Robert Pratt "Bob" Carter

Robert Pratt “Bob” Carter of Halifax passed away on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, at the age of 69.  Mr. Carter was born on February 22, 1957, in Martinsville, VA to the late Nancie Pratt Carter and Thomas Glenn Carter.

He graduated from Martinsville High School in 1975, where he proudly served as drum major of the high school band. Following graduation, Robert served four years in the United States Air Force. He later earned degrees from Radford University and New River Community College, where he studied Instrumentation.

In 1994, Robert and his family moved to Halifax County with Dominion Energy. He dedicated 29 years of service to the company before retiring.

He is survived by his loving wife, Donna Walker Carter; his children, Deanna Carter Perkins (Steve Bliss) and Scott Thomas Carter; his cherished grandchildren, Alana, Tucker, Abbagale, and Chevy; and his sister, Glenda Carter Massey.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, John Carter of Martinsville.

A memorial service will be held on Friday, June 5, 2026 at 2:00 P.M. at Powell Funeral Home Chapel with Steve Bliss officiating.

The family will receive friends on Friday, one hour prior to the service at Powell Funeral Home.

For memorials, please consider a charity of your choice.

Online condolences may be directed to www.powellfuneralinc.com or by visiting their website.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Powell Funeral Home, 1603 Wilborn Ave., South Boston, VA 24592