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Ms. Dawan Deshay Carter

03/17/1979 - 08/01/2021

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Obituary For Ms. Dawan Deshay Carter

Ms. Dawan Deshay Carter, 42, formerly of Stockton, CA, left this earthly home on Sunday, August 1, 2021.

The daughter of Darrell Carter of Beckley, WV and the late Troy Sargent of Oakland, CA. Shortly after her birth, Dawan and her mother would relocate to Stockton, CA, where she was loved and celebrated by a large extended family to include the Howell, Sargent and Kelley families.

Dawan excelled in math and high school basketball and track. She participated and enjoyed many high school club activities and completed her high school education at Edison High School in Stockton, CA.

Dawan’s smile and laughter were endearing and as a result she was loved by many friends. Dawan leaves to cherish her memories her sons, Darius and DaShaun of Stockton, CA; father, Darrell Carter and aunt, Debbra Carter, both of Beckley, WV; aunt and uncle, Clara and Bennie Wilbon of Stockton, CA, along with a large extended family that will miss her dearly.

As per her request, she has been cremated.

Celebration of Life will be 11:00AM Saturday, September 11, 2021 at Reach Power Ministry 1610 N Sierra Nevada St Stockton, CA 95205

Email condolences to ritchie-johnson@suddenlinkmail.com.

Arrangements entrusted to Ritchie & Johnson Funeral Parlor, Beckley.

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08/09/2021

Eileen Washington

Our deepest condolences and prayers to the Carter family during this difficult time. May God continue to bless and keep you. Sincerely Clifford &Eileen Washington
08/09/2021

Rose Shepherd Stevenson

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Deepest condolences. Rose Shepherd (Ohio) Verlene Gore
08/08/2021

Kenneth and Vertia Wilbon

We are so sad...sending our prayers and condolences.
08/06/2021

Jynette Oji

I'm so sorry for your loss. Thank you so much for sharing her with so many of us. She was a good friend to me and many, many others. She wore her heart on her sleeve which is rare these days and it's one of the things that made her so special. So sad to see her go. You guys are in my prayers. Jynette Oji
08/06/2021

Essence

Dawan was my good friend. Her light shined everywhere wr went. She had a heart of gold and helped anybody who needed her. I going to miss her laugh and smile. May her soul be at rest. Sending my heart felt condolences to her Family.🙏🙏
08/05/2021

Latisha McNeal

Dawan was a very dear friend to me. We spent a great deal of time together most of our high school years. She was loved by so many and will be truly missed. I will forever cherish the memories I had with her. May God comfort your hearts during this difficult time. Love Latisha M. RIH my dear friend. I love you!
08/05/2021

Simonee Davis

Dawan my bestfriend, my sister I will cherish our memories. My prayers and condolences go out to all those who love you. You will be miss you dearly. Rest easy sis until we meet again. Love Simonee & Eric Alexander
08/05/2021

Talisha Mitchell

My condolences to the Carter family. Dawan was a dear friend of mine. She always brought joy into my life. The laughter that was shared between us will never be forgotten. She was not only my teammate, she was family. You will be truly missed my friend!
08/04/2021

clara

To the Carter family May fond memories of Dawan bring you comfort during this difficult time. Our heart and prayers go out to the family and friends of Dawan.
08/04/2021

Angela Carter Pascual

Dawan was my younger cousin.Her smile and laughter could light up a room. I along with my sisters and cousins miss her dearly. It is my prayer that she find peace.