Susan Carpentino Obituary

Susan Diane Carpentino, 60, from North Pole, passed away of natural causes April 22, 2014, in St. George, Utah.
Born in Sacramento, California, to Richard and Alberta Gent on Dec. 9, 1953, Susan later moved with her family to North Pole and was raised there with her three sisters, Mary, Sandy and Patty.
She married James F. Carpentino on Dec. 19, 1973, and had her first of four children, Chris, just 9 months later. She had Theresa and James in '77 and Michael in '79. Susan was busy volunteering in their many activities and sports. She also loved to read, camp, fish and help others as often as she could. 
After working many years at the post office, Susan went back to school to further her education with her joy of learning. In 1998 she earned two associates degrees and achieved National Honor Society recognition.
Susan is survived by her husband, James "Jim" Carpentino; children, Christopher, Theresa McGrath, James and Michael Carpentino; grandchildren, Alexis Bisso, Wyatt, April and Kaylee McGrath and Shelley Carpentino; her father, Richard Gent; and sisters, Mary O'Neal, Sandy Carrigan and Patricia Gent.
She was predeceased by her mother, Alberta Gent, and nephews, Dennis O'Neal and Barry Powers.
A celebration of life will be held at 2 p.m. June 28 at the North Pole VFW. 

Published by Daily News-Miner on Jun. 18, 2014.
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Susan, we will miss you. Jimmy & family we are so sorry for your loss. I am so glad we were able to spend some time together while you were on your travels. Thank you for that. We have many, many happy memories of camping, going dancing & just hanging out together. Love you all Annette & Joey

Annette Schoener

July 11, 2014

To Jimmy and family our deepest sympathy in your time of loss please know our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Our memory of Susan is full of laughter and joy. Love Alan & Georgia Armbruster

Georgia & Alan Armbruster

June 25, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Psalm 34:18

June 24, 2014

It was fun growing up with Sue as part of the North Pole gang. I truly miss those days. My heart is with your family Susan, you will be missed by all who knew you. Rest in peace my friend.

Elbin Tompkins

June 23, 2014

susan is my sister and i will miss her forever. She has a wonderful family. God bless them

patricia gent

June 22, 2014

Rest in peace Aunt Susan. You will be greatly missed. I know your looking down on the whole family now.

Krystal Skinner

June 22, 2014

jimmy and Family I am so sorry for your loss. Susan was a great person. Take care of each other.

Marsha Dick

June 21, 2014

My sincere condolences to the family for the loss of your loved one. May prayers strengthen you and memories comfort you. May our Lord Jesus Christ and God our Father, who loves us, comfort your hearts and make you firm. (2 Thessalonians 2:16,17)

Jan

June 20, 2014

SUSAN may you rest in Peace & go to Heaven knowing your Family is Loved & Cared for here on Earth! Prayers * Heart-felt Love sent to all you Loved one! May God Bless & Protect you All!!

Laurie & Mike Walsh

June 19, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of Susan's family - Husband, children, grandchildren,sisters - she will be missed

Ramouna & Russ Sandbo

June 19, 2014

Thoughts and prayers for the family. It was a pleasure to have worked with Sue at the Post Office in the old Federal Building downtown...

Pat Gentz

June 19, 2014

Remembering Susan and Jim as hardworking employees of the postal service and a ready smile---gone way too soon!!
Elaine Larson

June 18, 2014

Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Deepest Condolences.

Dave & Liz Lemelin

June 18, 2014

My deepest condolences to Susan's family. Her love for learning was remarkable and only exceeded by her love for her husband, children, and grandchildren. God bless you all in this sad time.

Tanya Arvold

June 18, 2014

Our deepest condolences to all.
Lucy and Dave Martin
(cousins to Paul and Rita Patenaude)

June 18, 2014

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