Mark Carpenter

1962 - 2026

Mark Carpenter, born October 17, 1962, to Loyal and Lavinia Carpenter, and started his journey in Pico Rivera, California, with his siblings: Alan, Vernon and Angela. Eventually the family made their home in Marysville, where Mark graduated in 1982
A proud Elder of Tulalip Tribes, he worked for Quil Ceda Creek Casino in the Maintenance Department, as a deck hand as needed. Always quiet and unassuming but ready with a smile and greeting. People enjoyed his dry sense of humor by stating the obvious and reminding them they were taking themselves or the situation too seriously. (Yep!! It's a family trait.)
Always caring, thoughtful and respectful. Bringing his mother candy and flowers every time he came by to visit. If no one was home he would walk around the house to see if anything was needed, once seeing the screens had holes from little ones, just took the screens out and replaced the screening. Another time he took it upon himself to remove the moss from the roof and cleaned her gutters. Just another day for him. His family and friends were important to him.
Mark liked watching old westerns: Gunsmoke, Bonanza, The Rifleman etc. Perhaps because it was part of his childhood and represented a simpler time. He enjoyed the challenge of assembling model cars and ships. Both require patience and attention to detail. Another pastime he liked was thrift shopping and sharing his finds. One prized find was an antique pocket watch.
A lifes journey that consisted of savoring moments, smoking a cigarette, having cold beer, sharing a hot meal, taking pride a job well done, and laughing with family and friends. A leisurely walk instead of foot race.

A recitation of the Rosary will be held Monday, Jan. 26, 2026 at 6 PM at Schaefer-Shipman Funeral Home. A funeral will be held Tuesday, Jan. 27, 2026 at 10 AM at the Tulalip Gathering Hall will burial to follow at Mission Beach Cemetery.