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David Carpenter Obituary
Graveside service: 10:30 a.m., Friday in Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery, Lane B, Dallas. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday at Moore Funeral Home.
David was born Sept. 30, 1949, in Paris, Texas, the only child of Grady and Oneta Carpenter. He moved to Arlington as a child, and graduated from Sam Houston High School. He then served in the U.S. Navy. Dave later returned to Texas, where he followed his father into the automobile business.
He was a loving husband and father whose number one priority was his family.
Survivors: Wife of 22 years, Kim; son, David Jr.; daughter, Alicia; granddaughter, Allison; many other family members and friends to cherish his memories; and his dog, Buddy.
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Memories and Condolences
for David Carpenter
Cindy Trask
November 2, 2007
Dear Kim, Alicia, and David -
I am so sorry for your loss. Dave was always very kind to me when I would visit, and I will always remember the camping trip I took with you guys. Dave taught me how to hook a worm. It was so gross! But we had such a fun time. Our prayer are with you.
Sincerely,
Diane Luttrell
November 2, 2007
Dear Kim, David, and Alicia,
Words fail me! I’ve sat here for 15 minutes and among all the thoughts and memories one thing keeps coming to mind, Dave’s quite strength, which often became the voice of reason… sometimes the only voice of reason. He was truly a remarkable person, a good neighbor and a good friend. May you find peace in our Lord’s promise.
My prayers are with you all…I’m here for you!
Much Love, Diane
chuck muench
November 2, 2007
I had the pleasure to work with Dave for several years. Dave was
a man of high integrity. He impressed me as a dedicated family
man and a especially proud grandparent. I know you will miss him as will his friends in the automobile business will.
Pat Kreis
November 1, 2007
Dear Kim,
I am so sorry for your loss. Thanks again for coming to my Dad's veiwing last year.
Take care,
Pat
BillyeSue Stephens
November 1, 2007
Dear Kim,
I know these last few years have been trying, with the loss of both your mother and your father, and now this.... You seem to be so strong. Remember that God is with you. Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you.
Love,
Tiffany Knighton
November 1, 2007
My prayers and thoughts are with the family. Dave was a wonderful man to work with. He smiled and said hello every day to us here at work. We would always share stories about his grandchildren and my boys. He loved to joke around with all of us at work. Please let us know if the family ever needs anything. We loved Dave so much here at Vandergriff Acura.
God Bless you all.
Becky Westerlage
November 1, 2007
I am so sorry for your loss. I hope God will give you comfort. We loved Dave at the dealership and will miss him.
Connie McGuire
November 1, 2007
Kim, David, Alicia, and Buddy , Iam so sorry. He was a great man and I know he loved you all! He just wanted everybody to be happy! I know he misses yall all so much! I wish I could be there with you all because you have all been there for me!!! I am so thankful for all of you! If there is anything you need please call me! I will keep you all in my prayers!! I love yall!
BROOK DENNIS
November 1, 2007
I HAD THE PLEASURE OF WORKING WITH
DAVID AT FRANK KENT MOTOR COMPANY.
HE WILL BE MISSED BY MANY PEOPLE OF
OUR DEALERSHIP.
Carolyn Kesler
November 1, 2007
Dear Kim and family,
Throughout the years our family became friends with your family through our association with the Oasis Swim Club. We all have many good memories of working and socializing at the pool with you and Dave, and your extended family. Dave was a great asset to the Club and also to his neighborhood. Over the years, he was very active in his neighborhood's Crime Watch Association, doing nightly patrols, etc. We'll miss him , especially his smile and wit. Just know that we're here for you.
Tom, Carolyn, Lori and Bob Kesler
Randy Rogers
November 1, 2007
A good, hard working and honest man that will be missed. Please accept my deepest sympathies
VICKI COOK
November 1, 2007
WE MISS DAVE SO MUCH, HE WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON.I MISS HIS SMILE AND HIM SAYING GOOD MORNING EVERY DAY.HE WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON,WE WILL MISS HIM SO MUCH HERE AT VANDERGRIFF ACURA.GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY.
Tammy Westerlage
November 1, 2007
To the entire family; I'm so so sorry for the loss of such a great man. I know how much he meant to every one of you. You are all in my contant prayers, and I ask that God grants you all of His peace and comfort during this impossible time.
Doug Luttrell
November 1, 2007
Dave was good neighbor and friend. Our neighborhood has been blessed with many good friends. Kim, David and Alicia your all in my prayers and I know Buddy will miss him too. Dave will be missed very much. Love to you all
Sharon Julch
November 1, 2007
Kim and family I know how much you will miss David. You have my deepest sympathy and you and your family will be in my prayers. God bless you all.
Ken Topham
October 31, 2007
A kind and gentle man who was a pleasure to know and work with. He will be missed. Our prayers and thoughts to the family.
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