Newell Carter Woods, 78, of El Dorado, Kansas; passed away Thursday, July 3, 2025, in Fort Knox, Kentucky. He was born Monday, October 28, 1946, in Dodge City, Kansas, to George Andrew and Thelma Lucille Coleman Woods.

Carter was a devoted father to four children, instilling in them a deep love for Christ, their country, and the joy of music. Whether strumming his guitar, picking his banjo, or simply tuning into the radio, Carter filled every space with the melodies of his warm generous heart. Carter was also known for filling spaces with wayward animals as well. In his children and grandchildren that legacy of music continues to echo along with his love of animals. He earned an Associate’s degree in Construction Science from Garden City Community College and went on to build a successful small business as a general contractor, combining his knowledge with a strong work ethic and passion for craftsmanship.

Carter is survived by his children, Shelly and Lance Porter of West Fork, Arkansas; Col Julie Hundertmark, MD and SFC (ret) Kevin Hundertmark of Fort Knox, Kentucky; Jason and Amanda Woods of High Rolls Mountain Park, New Mexico; and LTC (ret) Miranda Fowler, MD and Jeremy Fowler of Lawrence, Kansas; his grandchildren Dirk Porter of West Fork, Arkansas; Eric Porter, MD of Little Rock, Arkansas; Jack Ryan and Madeline Porter of Springdale, Arkansas; Jade Malave and LTC Bryan Malave, MD of Niceville, Florida; CPT Drew Hundertmark, MD and MAJ Victoria Hundertmark, MD of Neustadt, Germany; Quin Budd and SSG Joshua Budd of Valparaiso, Florida; Reed Hundermark of Fayetteville, Arkansas; Katelynn Woods of Emporia, Kansas; Hailey Woods of Las Vegas, Nevada; Cortanie Woods of Emporia, Kansas; Adam Gilbertson, Chloe, and Natalie Woods of High Rolls Mountain Park, New Mexico; and Peyton, Providence, Miles, and Meredith Fowler of Lawrence, Kansas; his great-grandchildren Iliana, Evangeline, Amedeo, Eloisa, Avonlea, Indigo, and Olive; his sister, Rosetta Hayes of Wichita, Kansas; his sister and brother-in-law, Jackie and Doug Aldrich of Olathe, Kansas; his sister-in-law, Sue Woods, of Scott City, Kansas; and many beloved nieces and nephews.

Carter was preceded in death by his parents, George and Lucille Woods, and his brothers and sister-in-law, Manley and Sharon Woods of Jetmore, Kansas; Daryl Woods of Pierceville, Kansas; and Denis Woods of Scott City, Kansas.

The family will receive loved ones and friends from 5:00 PM-7:00 PM, Thursday, July 17, 2025, at Brashears Funeral Home, 509 North Gaskill Street, Huntsville, AR 72740. Graveside services will be at 12:30 PM, Friday, July 18, 2025, at Fayetteville National Cemetery with Justin Risley officiating.