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John Carpenter Obituary
June 5, 1924 - January 14, 2025
Raleigh, North Carolina - At 100 years young, John embarked on his glorious final trip to Heaven on January 14, ready to deliver heavenly mail and fix anything in need of repair. After a long life of service to his God, his country, his family, and to a multitude of work and church colleagues, he was called home.
Our family celebrates his life and its impact on all of us. John is survived by his two grown children, Van and Cindi and their spouses Deborah and Lee. Also surviving are his three grandsons, Adam, Jared, and Zane and two great granddaughters Margaux and Maren. We all wish him joy and peace on his final adventure. We fully expect him to have a great reunion with Fran, his recently departed wife of 77 years. While we will miss his humorous and engaging physical presence here, we will always lovingly remember his spirit in our hearts.
Bottom line – John Carpenter lived a life of service to others in the name of God. He was quick to engage with others and tell a joke or two You could depend on John always to help you and do what he said he would. He was a great Father and teacher to his children and grandchildren.
There will be a Memorial Service held for John on Saturday, January 25th, 2025, at Unity Church of the Triangle located at 5570 Mumford Road, Raleigh, NC 27612. Visitation will be held for the family immediately prior to the service from 1pm to 2pm. John's Memorial Service and Celebration will begin at 2pm until concluded.
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Eugene Radford
January 23, 2025
I developed a friendship with John and Fran while they were residents of the same assisted living facility as my mom. My mom had limited mobility for the last couple of years of her life so John and Fran would visit my mom every day and talk with her. They will be missed because they truly made this world a better place.
Debbie Mitchell
January 22, 2025
To the Carpenter Family: Worked with Fran at Cooper Tools for 19 Years.
Loved her, enjoyed seeing John come in over the years. He always brought lunch, and always a smile and brightened my day. So sorry for your loss.
One day we will meet them soon,
Randy Jones
January 19, 2025
Van and Cindy. I am sorry for your loss. But always remember the good in the life you shared with and from your parents.
Kayla Moore
January 19, 2025
Papa was always the sweetest man.. he knew how to make everyone laugh and had the most contagious smile ... he prayed over my belly at work until he finally got to meet the baby he prayed over ... I love him and he will be very missed. Sending my condolences to the family
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