David George Carper

David Carper Obituary

SEYMOUR – David George Carper, 84, of Seymour passed Friday afternoon, Sept. 14, 2007. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 22, 2007, at Morgan Memorial Home, 1304 Regency Drive West, Savoy. Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 21, 2007, at the funeral home with Masonic rites accorded by the Mahomet Masonic Lodge 220 at 7 p.m. A private family graveside service will be held at Monticello Township Cemetery, with military rites accorded by the VFW Post 5520.

Dave was born June 24, 1923, and lived in the Seymour area most of his life. He was a son of Guy Edward and Nellie F. Cade Carper. He graduated from Champaign High School. He was in the U.S. Navy from 1943 to 1946, serving on the cruisers USS Omaha and USS Little Rock during World War II. His earlier years consisted of farming, well drilling and well repairs, and he was a licensed plumber since 1957. He was a husband to Patricia Ann Longstreth on Aug. 20, 1950, and was the father of Connie, Phil (Hilda), Diane and Jeff Carper. They survive. Also surviving are two grandchildren and one sister. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother and a sister.

He retired from the U of I as a plumber and was a member of Plumber and Steamfitters Local 149. He was a member of the American Legion Post 1256 for 50 years, a member of the Seymour Volunteer Fire Department for many years and a 56-year member of the Masons, with 50 years membership at the Mahomet Lodge 220.

Dave rarely missed a 5:30 a.m. breakfast at a local restaurant. He was always interested in a garage sale, disassembling something mechanical to view the inner workings and caring for his cat "Fuzzy." His sense of humor and strength prevailed throughout his 84 years, despite recent health issues. His family and friends will deeply miss him.

In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Seymour Volunteer Fire Department.

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

Published by The News-Gazette on Sep. 16, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for David Carper

7 Entries

MarySue(Phipps) Firchau

September 20, 2007

Connie, Phil, Diane and Jeff,

I have many happy memories of growing up in Seymour with you and your folks. My parents respected your Dad and always depended on him. He helped many people in our community in lots of different ways. I would like to offer you all my sympathy over the loss of your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Daniel Pogue

September 19, 2007

David Carper has been my uncle for 50 years. As a young kid visiting the farm with my parents and brother & sister, I always marveled at his knowledge of mechanics and his collection of treasures. I respected his sense of right and his courage to always "tell it like it is". It was a pleasure to see him last summer and catch up on things.

Barb Robbins

September 18, 2007

I want to express my sympathy to the whole Carper family. Dave was a good man and my parents and grandparents had high respects for Pat & Dave. Growing up in Seymour was really a fun time. Even 10 years ago everyone knew everyone and the Carpers had a long history if you every needed anything just go see Dave. I have not been in his garage for years but I bet it had not change much. My prayers are with you all during this time. Barb Robbins

Rhonda & Aaron Mayfield

September 17, 2007

Carper Family- We were saddened to hear about the loss of Dave. Growing up in Seymour my husband and I both had the chance to sit and talk with him on several occasions. Dave would always cruise town and hit our street the same time every evening like clock work..he would always wave. Although we no longer live in Seymour, I know the town will miss seeing him drive by..he will be missed!
Aaron & Rhonda Mayfield (Robbins)

Cristen Carper-Clark

September 17, 2007

I remember as a little girl you always having candy at your house for us, always offering a banana to take with us before we left, or letting us have half of that watermelon to take home with us. I will always remember going into the garage and seeing you with your cigar in mouth, sitting in your chair, watching the loud little black and white TV. I am so glad Bryan and I got to see you in March before we headed back to our homes. I remember you saying, "you want to live in those mountains huh?" a month before I got married. We will miss you Grandpa and to me the Carpers/Seymour will never be the same without you.

Kristen Watterson-Ortiz

September 17, 2007

Your family is in my prayers.

Katelyn Watterson

September 16, 2007

Dave Carper was always nice. He always waved and smiled when you passed him in the car.

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