Kayla Carter Obituary, Death Eden, NC – The community of Eden, North Carolina is mourning the heartbreaking loss of 24-year-old Kayla Nicole Carter, who tragically died in a car accident on Friday, April 11, 2025. The young woman’s untimely passing has left family, friends, and coworkers grieving and reflecting on a life taken far too soon. Kayla was born on August 25, 2000, in Eden.
She worked as a bartender and waitress at Outback Steakhouse in Danville, Virginia, where she was well-loved by coworkers and patrons alike for her warm smile and friendly spirit. Described as her father’s “Pumpkin” and her mother’s “Sunshine,” Kayla brought light into the lives of those around her. She is survived by her parents, Randy Taylor Snody and Jennifer Slaughter Snody, and a large family that includes her siblings, grandparents, great-grandmother, and many extended relatives.
Kayla’s impact stretched across generations, with numerous siblings and cousins remembering her as a joyful, loving presence in their lives. A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at Boone & Cooke Funeral Home Chapel. Interment will follow at Goodwill Baptist Church Cemetery in Ridgeway, Virginia. The family will receive friends at the funeral home two hours prior to the service, from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Kayla’s passing has deeply affected her community, and support continues to pour in for her loved ones. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that memorial contributions be made directly to **Boone & Cooke Funeral Home** to help with funeral expenses. Her sudden death is a painful reminder of how fragile life can be. As her family prepares to say goodbye, Kayla Carter will be remembered for the joy, warmth, and love she shared during her 24 years of life.
