Tyrone Carter was born on February 17, 1970. He was one of three children born to the late Chrissy Hale of Philadelphia, PA and Eugene Carter of Philadelphia, PA.

Tyrone was educated in the Catholic school system in Philadelphia, PA. He attended The Most Precious Blood of Our Lord Elementary School and graduated from John W. Hallahan High School. He started his career as a direct care worker, where he helped and monitored many young men for many years. Tyrone departed this life suddenly on January 7, 2018.

He leaves to mourn his loss his wife, Darniece Carter; his three children, Shaquetta Carter, Tyrone Carter Jr., and Tyeasha Carter; his brother and sister, Terell Carter and Tanya Carter; his six grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.