Lee Edward Cater

Lee Edward Cater, 83, of Manila, passed from this life Monday, July 8, 2024, at his home. A lifelong resident of Manila, he was son of the late W.H. and Ruby Kendrix Cater and a 1959 graduate of Manila High School. Lee was a self-employed trucker and a member of Westside Baptist Church in Manila. He enjoyed fishing and was an avid race car enthusiast. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers, William Cater Jr., Johnny Franklin Cater and Butch Cater, and two sisters, Bessie Jewell Stutts and Mary Sue Malloy.

He is survived by his son, Tim Cater (Dawnna) of Manila; his daughter, Tonia Eubanks (Brad) of Manila; a brother, Bobby Cater of Jonesboro; two sisters, Becky Wilkey of Heber Springs and Karen Wilkerson of Jonesboro; four grandchildren, Michelle Schwartz (Jeff), Scott Eubanks (Alexis), Callie Cater and Cade Cater; and three great-grandchildren. Lee also leaves his companion of 20 years, Donna McCormick.

A graveside service will be 2 p.m. Saturday, July 13, in Manila Cemetery with Rev. Ray Dill officiating. Burial will be under the direction of Howard Funeral Service of Manila. Family and friends may sign the online guest register at www.howardfuneralservice.com.