Delores Ann Carter, 79, of Laurel, Mississippi, also known as Odores, passed away Saturday, October 31, 2026, surrounded by her loving family at Asbury Hospice House in Hattiesburg, MS. She was born August 11, 1947, in Laurel, Mississippi.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert Wiley Carter and Metta Ree Landrum Carter.

Survivors include her sister, Janie Ree Ward (Richard), special friend, Farris Shows. Nephews, John Robert (Brooke) Ward and Justin Carter Ward, great nephews, Keagan Austin Ward and Garrett Cole Ward and a host of relatives and friends.

She spent 46 years at Merchants and Marine Bank in Pascagoula, Ms where she made lasting friendships and touched countless people by helping everyone.

Delores was known for her sweet personality, kind heart and the love she shared for everyone around her. She had a special way of making people feel welcome and cared for and she will be remembered fondly by all who had the pleasure of knowing her.

Pallbearers will be Mark Lewis, John Robert Ward, Justin Carter Ward, Keagan Austin Ward, Garrett Cole Ward and David Livingston.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 9:30AM until 11:00AM at Antioch United Methodist Church in Laurel, Mississippi. Funeral Services will follow at 11:00AM at Antioch United Methodist Church of Laurel and burial in Antioch United Methodist Church in Laurel, Mississippi.

Bro Glen Freeman will officiate. Ellisville Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. (601) 477.3797.