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Joe Carpenter Obituary
GASTONIA – Joe Leonard Carpenter, 90 went home to be with his Lord on December 11, 2019 at his residence surrounded by his loving family.
He was born in Gaston County on November 9, 1929 to the late Julius Odell and Gracie Mae Small Carpenter. In addition to his parents he is preceded in death by siblings, Brenda Thompson, Howard Carpenter and Elzie Carpenter.
Joe retired as supervisor in Textiles.
Left to cherish his memories includes his loving wife of 71 years, Nancy Baucom Carpenter; his loving children, David (Cindy) Carpenter, Rusty (Teruyo) Carpenter and Cindy (Rodney) Self; his wonderful grandchildren Wendy, Robin, Lauren, Chastity and Shannon; two great granddaughters, Haley and Merissa; and his brothers, Ralph, James and Larry Carpenter.
The family will receive friends from 1:00p.m. until 2:00 p.m. Saturday prior to the Celebration of Life Service at 2:00 p.m., Saturday, December 14th at Fraley Memorial Baptist Church, 3025 Fraley Church Rd, Gastonia, NC 28054 with Dr. Warner Doles and Reverend Charles Keller officiating.
The family would like to send a heartfelt thank of Senior TLC and their special caregivers.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Fraley Memorial Baptist Church,
P.O. Box 775, Lowell, NC 28098
Online condolences may be made at: www.withersandwhisenantfuneral.com
Withers and Whisenant Funeral Home and Cremation Service, 2916 Union Road, Gastonia, NC (704) 864-5144 is serving the family.
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December 15, 2019
Angie edwards
Angie Edwards
December 15, 2019
I remember joe from years back he worked with some of my family in textiles. I went to church with his sister inlaw. My family knew him personally. He was a good kind hearted person. I will keep the family in my prayers and im so sorry for your loss.
Johnsie Price
December 14, 2019
R.I.P.
David Surrette
December 12, 2019
David I am so sorry for your family.I hope everyone can find peace knowing he is in a better place.
Pam Keller
December 12, 2019
Dear Nancy and family,
Our hearts are heavy with the loss of this precious friend. Nancy I know you have loved and served your husband well and that the days to come will be very hard to face. Your beautiful marriage is truly a celebration of life and love. We love you so much and will continue to bathe you in prayer.
May the Lord bless and keep you, may He make his face shine upon you and give you peace.
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