Portland, ME - Norven Wayne Carter, 84, long-time resident of Windham passed away Sunday April 28, 2024 at the Heron House in Cumberland Foreside with his family by his side. Wayne was born in Roanoke Rapids, NC August 30, 1939 the son of John and Verlie (Walker) Carter. He joined the US Army in 1958, leaving in 1968. He also worked for GTE Sylvania in Standish and for the US Postal Service in South Windham until his retirement. Wayne was a big fan of a lot of sports, but loved NASCAR. He also loved boating, fishing, traveling and spending time with family and friends. He was also very involved with the VFW Post # 10643 Windham. Members of his family include his wife of 51 years, Jackie (Robinson) Carter of Portland; his children Michelle Oakes of Portland, Ann Dyer and her husband Danny of Scarborough, Alan Carter and his girlfriend Mary of Westbrook and David Carter of Colorado; 3 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; two sisters Judy Treadway of Stuart, VA and Linda Bowen and her husband Thomas of Virgilina, VA; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his son Duaine Carter, brother Vernon Walker and his son-in-law John Oakes. Services for Wayne will be private and held at the convenience of the family. If desired, memorials in his name may be made the VFW Post #10643, P.O. Box 1776, Windham, ME 04062-1776