Carlton Lee Bethea, Sr. entered eternal rest on Wednesday, August 23, 2023 in the comfort of his residence with his loving wife by his side.  Viewing will be held from 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, August 29, 2023 at Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel.  A Celebration of Life service will be held 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 30, 2023 at Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel.  Interment will be in Albert G. Horton, Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery at a later date.