Leanore Maxine Carpenter

So sorry to hear about the passing of Max and also her son so soon after.

She was certainly one of a kind. I have many fond memories of my times around Max and JLC that definitely make me smile.

Thinking of you all.

Mrs. Carpenter was my sociology teacher at Central high. She had powerful effect on my life, as only a few teachers did. I recall her as small in stature but with a ferocious intelligence and a great laugh. Her intellectual rigor cut through that teenage fog and inspired. I am thankful to have crossed her path.

I was also saddened to find out that her son John passed away shortly after she did. John was four years older, but we worked together as lifeguards for the City Parks Dept....

I recently learned of the passing of "Mrs. Carpenter". We loved her family dearly; have many fond memories of flying down the Black Canyon freeway to swim meets, going to dance class and camp outs in the front yard! I"ve never forgotten how she taught me to make a camp cooktop with a juice and tuna can. She was an amazing woman who touch my life in a very good way.

Today it is one year since mom passed. I miss her everyday and am grateful to have heard from so many people she touched. For everyone in the universe who told me how much alike we were, thank you.

I will also fondly remember Maxine. I spent many happy hours at her home and she carted me to memorable YMCA swim functions. Maxine bought me my first candy bar from a candy bar machine :>). I loved being around her and her family, especially Carole. We shared lots of fun times together. Maxine, you will be missed by all who knew you.
? Joanie Gissel Colavito