Carter Lee Underwood, 18, of Lexington, KY died Saturday, March 9, 2024. He was the son of Billy and MaryLee (Perry) Underwood of Lexington, KY.

With eyes like oceans, Carter had his own ways of making deep connections. He was a good listener and he loved to share jokes. He was always up for adventures, especially if it involved water. Some of his best days were swimming with friends and fishing with Mimi and Pa, and riding ocean waves with his dad.

Carter was an accomplished artist and loved sharing beauty with others. The artistic seed was planted by his Mamaw and watered by his caregivers and family, especially Renae Warner, Benita Jackie, Kenia Loeza, Ruth Ralph, and Ashley Perry. Last year, he presented three public exhibits and now has art on display in 8 states.

More than anything, Carter loved spending time with his family, friends, and special supporters. Oliva Miller and Conner DeZarn were the best BFFs a boy could have! Carter was loved by many and shared immense love in return.

SURVIVORS:

His parents: Billy & MaryLee (Perry) Underwood of Lexington

Grandparents: Larry & Gail Underwood of Campbellsville; Dr. Larry Perry of Whitley City; and Margaret Lambdin (deceased) of Corbin, KY

Great-grandparents: Flossie Perry and Dr. H.A. Perry of Whitley City

Step-great-grandmother: Genell Newton of Campbellsville

Aunts & uncles: Stephanie (and Joe) Raines of Corbin Melanie (and Mike) Casada of Whitley City

He was also blessed to know many great-grandparents who preceded him in death: Helen Lambdin, Peggie Price, and Garnet Newtown.

Funeral Service: Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at 3:00pmET at Parrott & Ramsey Funeral Home in Campbellsville, KY by Rev. J. Alvin Hardy

Burial: Good Hope Baptist Church Cemetery

Visitation: After 1:00pmET on Tuesday

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the Center for Courageous Kids (where Carter enjoyed many adventures).