Lillian Gordy Carter
Lillian Gordy Carter | |
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Carter in 1979 | |
| Born | Bessie Lillian Gordy August 15, 1898 Richland, Georgia, U.S. |
| Died | October 30, 1983 (aged 85) Americus, Georgia, U.S. |
| Occupation | Nurse |
| Political party | Democratic |
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| Relatives | Jack Carter (grandson) Amy Carter (granddaughter) Jason Carter (great-grandson) |
Bessie Lillian Gordy Carter (née Gordy; August 15, 1898 – October 30, 1983) was an American nurse. She is most known as the mother of Jimmy Carter, who served as the 39th president of the United States from 1977 to 1981. She was also known for her contributions as a Peace Corps volunteer in India and for writing two books during her son’s presidency.