David Carpenter

David Carpenter obituary, Columbus, OH

David Carpenter

David Carpenter Obituary

Visit the Leaf Cremation - Columbus website to view the full obituary.

David Warren Carpenter 56, of Roseville, Oh. Went to be with the lord at 12:28 pm on Monday May 26, 2025 at the home of his brother.

David was born March 21,1969 to his Parents Ronald Eugene Carpenter (Boots) of Lancaster, Oh and the late Lois Jane Hall. He was a loving son, father, brother, uncle and grandfather. Surviving are his children Ashleigh Young of Baltimore, Oh. Nathanial Downour of Columbus, Oh. Nicholas Carpenter (Kaitlyn) of Racine, Oh. Casey Carpenter of Logan, Oh. 13 grandchildren, Three brothers Shawn Smith (Kathy) of Roseville, Oh. Ronnie Carpenter of Lancaster, Oh. Dayton (DJ) Smith of Roseville, Oh. One sister Desira Moxley (Trace) Lake wales, Fl. Many nieces and nephews including a very special nephew Christian Downour and very special niece Aditeya Summers. Many aunts and uncles.

In addition to his mother he was preceded in death by his grandparents Wilbert (Happy) Mary Hall.

David loved his family and he had the kindest and most loving heart. The kids who knew him called him Candy man as he always had candy for them. His smile/grin was contagious. He loved being outdoors by the fire sharing memories with everyone. He will be missed by many.

Private Services will be observed.

Leaf Cremation of Columbus, OH is entrusted with the arrangements.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Leaf Cremation - Columbus

1970 Alum Creek Drive, Columbus, OH 43207

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