Clifton “Mitch” Mitchell Carter Obituary (1992 - 2022)

Clifton Mitchell Carter, 30, of La Grande, Oregon, and formerly of Halfway, Oregon, passed away on December 16, 2022. A private memorial service will be held at his family's ranch in Halfway, Oregon. Mitch, sometimes referred to as Mitchy, was born on December 14, 1992, in Ontario, Oregon, to Thomas Carter and Kari Joseph. He attended La Grande High School for three years before moving to Halfway, Oregon, and finishing high school at Pine Eagle High School. In his senior year at Pine Eagle, Mitch earned a letter in baseball; he graduated in 2011. As a child and off and on throughout his life, he worked at the Lazy J Ranch in Halfway, Oregon, with his grandfather, Paul Joseph. Mitch also worked as a laborer at Boise Cascade and Blue Mountain Seeds; he loved any job that let him be outdoors. Mitch was a great kid; he was kind, had an infectious smile, and had a great sense of humor. He loved hunting and fishing with his grandfather, Paul. Mitch also loved animals and his black lab, Gunner, was his best friend for 15 years. He loved taking Gunner on long walks and swimming. He will always be known for being very loyal, kind, and helpful to his friends and family. Mitch will be missed greatly by everyone who had the opportunity to get to know him. Mitch is survived by his mother, Kari Joseph; father, Thomas Carter; siblings, Brian Larison and Brieonna Larison; grandmother, Linda Joseph; Aunt and Uncle, William and Maureen Joseph; and many other relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his grandfathers, Paul Joseph and Tom Carter. In honor of Mitch, contributions may be made to any animal charity of your choice through Gray's West & Co. Pioneer Chapel at 1500 Dewey Ave., Baker City, OR 97814.