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Mary Letia Carter away on May 16, 2026, and lived a life marked by intelligence, compassion, and deep faith. Born and raised in San Antonio to Bob and Mary Carter, Leita grew up at Christ Episcopal Church, where her lifelong love for her church community began. She later returned to serve faithfully in children’s ministry and Sunday school, sharing her warmth and faith with the next generation. Leita attended the San Antonio Christian School before transferring to Alamo Heights Junior School in sixth grade. She quickly became a beloved member of the community, serving as class president for three years while excelling academically in honors courses. She was admired not only for her intelligence, but for her vibrant spirit, kindness, and ability to make lasting friendships. After high school, Leita attended Tulane University, where she was a proud member of the Chi Omega sorority. She dreamed of becoming a doctor and pursued her passion for medicine and research with determination. During her studies, she worked alongside a physician involved in stem cell research and authored a paper that was later published in a medical journal. Following college, Leita spent time serving in an orphanage in Belize, reflecting her adventurous spirit and compassionate heart. In the years that followed, she faced many personal and health challenges with courage and resilience, always leaning on her faith, family, and lifelong friendships. Even during her most difficult days, Leita never lost her spark. She was always silly, made people laugh, and brightened every room with her smile and heart. Despite the challenges she faced, her joyful spirit and love for others continued to shine through. Leita is preceded in death by her father, Bob Carter. She is survived by her mother, Mary, with whom she shared an extraordinary bond, brothers Stuart and Bingo, and their wives, Kendra and Kelly. Nothing brought her greater happiness than being “Aunt Pickle” to her beloved niece, McClaine Carter and nephews, Brady, Henry and Callan Carter, all of whom she adored completely. She leaves behind treasured, lifelong friendships, a beloved Goddaughter and two dogs whom she loved equally as her humans. Her family finds comfort in knowing Leita is now at peace, free from pain, and surrounded by eternal love. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered.

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Mary Leita Carter

November 11, 1982 - May 16, 2026