Gary Daniel Carte

Gary Daniel Carte, 54, of Lorain , died Thursday, December 3, 2015 as the result of an automobile accident. He was born April 12, 1961 in Sutton, WV and had been a Lorain resident for a short time moving from Vermilion. Gary enjoyed hunting and had a love for animals. He was an excellent mechanic and enjoyed working on small engines and cars. He is survived by his sisters, Debra J. (Tony) Tahan of Elyria and Robin L. (Gary) Sanford of North Port, FL; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Dana Russell Carte and Lortetta Jewell (nee Waggoner) Tylosky; a niece, Laura Tahan; and his significant other that was with him in the automobile accident, Catherine M. Peterson. The family will receive friends on Wednesday, Dec. 9, 2015 from 2:00 pm until the time of the memorial service at 3:00 pm. at the Riddle Funeral Home, 5345 South Street, Vermilion, OH 4089. Pastor Larry Russ will officiate. The family suggests memorial contributions to Friendship Animal Protective League, 8303 Murray Ridge Road, Elyria, OH 44035. Online condolences may be made at www.riddlefuneralhome.com.