Carthel Ray “C.R.” Watters
Feb 8, 1948 - Feb 1st, 2023- Birth Date: Feb 8, 1948
- Death Date: Feb 1, 2023
- Funeral Date: Unknown
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Biography:
Carthel Ray “C.R.” Watters, born in Heber Springs, AR on Feb. 8, 1948 to Verna Mae (Bishop) and Lloyd William Watters, passed away Feb 1, 2023 in Little Rock, AR.
C.R. held an associate degree from UALR and proudly served the City of Little Rock on the Police Department from 1969 to 1992, attaining the rank of Captain. He was a graduate of the 119th Class of the FBI Academy, and was Chief of Police in Benton, Ark from 1995-2003. He was a board member of the Boys and Girls Club and an adjunct professor of Criminal Justice at UALR.
Carthel loved to fish and hunt, was an expert marksman, an Advanced Class ham radio operator, and enjoyed playing guitar, singing, dancing, visiting with friends and family and had the world’s best smile.
He is survived by his sons, Jeff of Higden, AR and Nick (Kristen) of Collinsville, CT. Grandchildren, Brooke Fortenberry (Noah), Austin and Seth Watters, Teagan and Dax Watters, Great grandchildren, Briar and Brazen Fortenberry. He is also survived by his sister, Sharon Jennings (Don) of Ft Walton, FL, and many family members. He is predeceased by his parents and an infant son. Also left to mourn his loss is his fiancée and partner of many years, Lee Holt.
To paradise now may the angels lead you.
Memorial services to be held at a later date.
Condolences(08)
Rodney Kathy and Thomas Larch
#7
Feb 14th, 2023 10:24 pm
Jeff and Nick, We are going to miss Uncle Carthel. Please know that both of you are in our thoughts and prayers. He will be truly missed. We Love you Uncle Carthel. The Larch Family
Rodney Kathy and Thomas Larch
#6
Feb 14th, 2023 10:21 pm
Jeff and Nick, We are going to miss Uncle Carthel. Please know that both of you are in our thoughts and prayers. He will be truly missed. We Love you Uncle Carthel. The Larch Family
Missy Solomon
#5
Feb 14th, 2023 8:57 am
Lee, he was such a kind, caring handsome man! He loved you to the moon and back. I will miss him and his beautiful smile. You were so caring to him during his illness! I know you will miss him!
Kathy Browning
#4
Feb 11th, 2023 11:02 pm
Decades ago C.R. Provided on site security for an Apartment Complex I managed. He was kind and supportive. The residents and staff loves and respected him. RIP, job well done.
Molly Satterfield
#3
Feb 11th, 2023 5:10 pm
Lee,
My heartfelt condolences to you Lee.
Molly
My heartfelt condolences to you Lee.
Molly
Helen Holt
#2
Feb 10th, 2023 6:01 pm
We will miss you so much.
Shirley Harrell
#1
Feb 10th, 2023 5:29 pm
Rest in peace my dear cousin. I have many memories with you and Sharon as children. Our Mothers we're almost inseparable. I was always proud of your many accomplishments. I know the last several years were difficult for you but now I pray you are smiling because you are receiving God's rewards in heaven. Love forever, Shirley Harrell
Love you , my dear, lifelong friend!
Love & Hugs, Beth