Born in Petersburg, VA, William moved to Charlotte with his mother and stepfather in 1982. He was creative and artistic, possessed a wonderful sense of humor, and loved camping, gardening, and all outdoors.
He is survived by his son, Jacob Elias Carnes; daughter, Ana Staff; and his longtime sweetheart, Laura Staff, all of Charlotte; his mother, Barbara Ritchie Scruggs of Charlotte; father, Bill Carnes of Richmond, VA; and brothers, Steven L. Hughes of Charlotte and Russell E. Hughes of Hopewell, VA; as well as several nieces and nephews.
A service to celebrate William’s life will be held at 3:30 PM Sunday, January 9th in the chapel of Forest Lawn West Funeral Home. His family will receive friends at the funeral home following the service.
William was a loving, kind spirit and a friend to all. He was a loving and supportive father, son and brother who demonstrated compassion to those in need and has touched many lives in his short life. He will be missed by all.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to First Citizens Bank, William Carnes Memorial for Jacob Carnes, 5541 E. Independence Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28212.
