Photo courtesy of Woodfin Funeral Chapel - Murfreesboro
Murfreesboro, Tennessee
1948 - 2020 (Age 71)
Roger William Carpenter, age 71 of LaVergne died Friday January 3, 2020. He was a native of Whitney Point, NY. He was preceded in death by son, Mark Carpenter, and parents, Everett Carpenter and Rena Whitney Carpenter.
Mr. Carpenter was a veteran of the United States Army. He served two tours of duty in Vietnam, in 1969 and 1970. He was retried from DCI as a facilities maintenance supervisor.
A musician at heart, he was the quintessential performer.
Mr. Carpenter is survived by his wife, of 49 years, Marline Carpenter; daughters, Cerrise Carpenter and Ann Lewis and husband William; daughter-in-law, Allison Carpenter, and granddaughter, Layla Carpenter.
Visitation will be 2:00PM to 4:00PM Saturday January 11, 2019 at Woodfin Chapel, Smyrna. Military Honors and celebration of life will be at 4:00PM Saturday January 11, 2019 at Woodfin Chapel, Smyrna. www.woodfinchapel.com
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3 years later,I found out about Roger passing. I'm a former bartender that worked in clarksville tn bar scene back in the 80s and 90s. Thank you Roger for rocking the house many times where I was working. Always was smiling and a voice that could shatter a wine glass!! Great memories of seeing you and marline in the club. RIP Roger
Beverly Mckee
April 21, 2023 | Springfield, MO | Acquaintance
Woke up this morning to learn that one of my very special friends, Roger Carpenter, had passed away on Friday. Roger and I became friends while working on various projects at Camp-O. Together...with his knowledge and my elbow grease...we completed a number of projects for the Camp. He was one of my rock and roll stars. Haven't seen him since he "retired" from DCI, but we stayed in touch via private texts and Facebook post. He was a few days older than me and we were both Geminis....might be...
Larry Wert
January 06, 2020 | Charlotte, TN | Friend
To all the family and friends: Prayers to all going thru this hard time. We got to know Roger and all the band members thru gigs that Louie played with the band at Hogfest. Your Michigan fan base is with all of you.
From: Louie Kiel, Earlaine Kiel. Jan Furman
Janet Furman
January 05, 2020 | Muskegon, MI | Friend
Roger was a dear friend of mine and I know to so many people., He would give the shirt off his back if he needed to. He was a super talented singer and musician. I am proud to say I was the drummer for several of his bands and especially... his last band, EKO. Roger got me started on keeping honey bees. He helped me get started and answered so many questions I had. For so many reasons, I will never forget Roger and his wonderful wife Marline. I love you bro!! I know Heaven is rejoicing to...
Tim Skoropat
January 05, 2020 | Murfreesboro, TN | Friend
