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Carolyn Carpenter Obituary
Mrs. Carpenter was born in Homerville, GA and was the daughter of the late Cyril B. Busbee, Sr. and the late Thelma Ecord Busbee. Mrs. Carpenter was a member of Saint John's United Methodist Church and a graduate of University of South Carolina. She was VP of Community & Government Relations at Piedmont Medical Center for 28 years. Other achievements included 2003 Lifetime Business Achievement Award from Rock Hill Chamber of Commerce, 2003 Community Service Award from S. C. Hospital Association, Chairman of the York County Council on Aging, Board member of York Technical College, Pilgrim's Inn, Rock Hill Chapter Red Cross, Founder's Federal Credit Union, and York County Community Health Board. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Carpenter was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Reid Carpenter, Sr.
A Celebration of Life service will be schedule at a later date.
Mrs. Carpenter is survived by her children, Lyn C. Garris and Laurie Carpenter, both of York, SC; Robert Reid Carpenter, Jr. of Rock Hill, SC, and Liza C. Fennelly of Athens, GA; her grandchildren, Matt, Christopher, and Jonathan Fennelly, Micah Dodds, Courtney and Gabriella Carpenter, and Eliza Foster; and her brother, Cyril B. Bushee, Jr. of Greenville, SC. She is also survived by three great-grandchildren, Brayden Foster, Avi Dodds, and McKenzie Fennelly.
Memorial may be made to Saint John's United Methodist Church, 321 S. Oakland Avenue, Rock Hill, SC 29730 or York County Council of Aging, 917 Standard Street, Rock Hill, SC 29730.
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Sybil Huskey and Michael Lavine
July 1, 2020
Carolyn was the perfect next-door neighbor, great role model as a professional woman and the best collie-loving, daily walker ever! We have enjoyed knowing her adult children and we send our sympathy to them. Carolyn always said she wanted to stay in the house where she raised her family and we are so glad she was able to breathe her last in her Pinewood Lane home.
Jennifer Vickery
June 2, 2020
When I joined DHEC many years ago Carolyn was one of the first health professionals I met. She taught me so much over the years. Her wisdom of community development principles and building Pärtner relationships were lessons that served me well during my career. Carolyn mentored so many ... I consider myself privileged to be In that group. Prayers for her family.
Paul Walker
May 27, 2020
While it has been some time since I have seen Carolyn (21 years), I am saddened to hear of her passing, though she lived a blessed and wonderful life with Bob and her children. She gave of herself to so many people to make the world better. I was her CEO at Piedmont Medical Center for 13 years and valued her energy, her connections, her instincts, and her love for the hospital. She was invaluable to me in building the hospital, and we had fun in the process. My sincerest best to her family. You will find Carolyn organizing some function in heaven, no doubt. May peace be with you all.......Paul and Rosemary Walker
Natalie Jeter
May 26, 2020
Laurie I so sorry for the loss of your mother. Praying for you Liza Lyn & Reid.
Helen Guinness
May 25, 2020
My memories of Carolyn go back to our days in The Junior Women's Club and the time our husbands were members of Toastmasters. Your dad surely did come up with some fantastic, humorous topics for his speeches! At a later time, we were in a group made up of an interesting assortment of couples that delved into some of the deeper meanings of life. All in all, your mom was a very special lady!
Bob Thompson
May 25, 2020
Lyn and Laurie, I have missed Carolyn so much. She was a treat as a friend and as an occasional co-conspirator! So pleasant, so bright, so willing to help. You can recall, and surely be proud of, her accomplishments in so many roles!
Benny Edwards
May 22, 2020
Laurie and Lynn, Prayers for comfort but also joy. Ran the race. fought the good fight and kept the faith. You are the proof of her life well lived. Remember the joy.
Carol Harvey
May 22, 2020
Lynn and family you are in my thoughts and prayers .
Lisa Catoe-Davis
May 22, 2020
Laurie, I pray you find comfort at this time. Thinking of you and while I am sad for her passing, I pray you find happiness looking back over the years you had with her. Love you always.
Cassie Monroe Gebhardt
May 22, 2020
Laurie and Larry, so very sorry for your loss. Sending you my love and prayers.
Jean Wrenn Roach
May 22, 2020
I am thankful for the childhood memories of her driving us as we rode in the back of her station wagon.Such fun! She was a true southern lady and an asset to this community. May you find comfort in her faith in Jesus.
Croom Coward
May 22, 2020
Although I left Rock Hill 40 years ago, I hold Carolyn close to my heart. Her energy, kindness, curiosity and good cheer were always a beacon to all.
Rita St Clair
May 22, 2020
She was one of the sweetest, caring women that I have known. Prayers for comfort for the family.
Pansy Yates
May 22, 2020
So sorry for your loss. Loved working with Carolyn, my mentor. Learned so much from her. A very special lady.
May 22, 2020
Laurie and family, we are sorry to hear of your mother passing. Paulette and Tommy Ballard
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