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Michael Carpenter Obituary
Michael was born August 15, 1988 in Raleigh, North Carolina. He was an Eagle Scout with Troop 213. He graduated from the North Carolina School of Science and Math in 2007. He was in the environmental engineering program at North Carolina State University. Mike was a lifeguard and instructor at the YMCA and previously worked at the Eaton Corporation in Middlesex, NC. An avid backpacker and outdoor enthusiast, Michael never got to hike the Appalachian Trail like he had hoped. With his intellectual capabilities and his passionate nature, Michael was driven to make a difference in the world.
Michael is survived by his parents, Vince and Theresa Carpenter as well as his siblings, Kelley (27), Colleen (24) and Nolan (19.)
There will be a mass at Saint Michael the Archangel Catholic Church in Cary celebrating his life to be held Tuesday, March 16, 2010 at 4:00 p.m.
Michael was grateful to the Wake County Crisis and Assessment Services Center for the great work they do in maintaining the mental health of the public and of the Occoneechee Council Boy Scouts of America for the experience and education they provide for growing young men.
In Memory of Michael please contribute or volunteer with one of the above causes in some way and remember to enjoy the natural beauty around you and within you.
The address for Wake County Crisis and Assessment Services Center is 3000 Flagstaff Rd, Raleigh 27610 and the Occoneechee Council Boy Scouts of America can be reached at (919) 872-4884.
Arrangements made by the Cremation Society of the Carolinas.
On-line condolences at www.cremnc.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Carpenter
April 3, 2010
Dear Theresa, Vince, Kelley, Colleen, and Nolan,
We were out of town when the news of Michael's death must have been published in the paper and the Church bulletin. We saw Kelley last night and she told us about your loss. We are so sorry we could not share in the funeral Mass with all of you. I know that your strong family ties will somehow help you cope during this most difficult time. Our prayers are with you all. I will always remember how Michael was so full of energy and such a great little friend to Nathan when they were preschoolers. God Bless you all.
Dorothy and Bob Overby
Sandy Moore-Furneaux
March 23, 2010
My heart goes out to you and your family as you cope with this devastating loss. I pray for peace and strength for you all,
Sandy Moore-Furneaux, LLLLeader in LLL of AR/OK, AAR, ALLE, ACC
March 23, 2010
Theresa and Vince,
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and the children in this most difficult time. I can't even imagine what you are going through right now. I was shocked to hear via our LLL Alumnae chat list; I will share this with our Eastern PA active and retired Leaders. We will keep Michael in our prayers.
Judy and Chuck Polley, Exton, PA (LLL of EPA)
Sam Daughtry
March 20, 2010
Mike was a good friend of mine while attending N.C. State. We had great times together and good laughs. Those memories are something I find truly valuable. I will surely miss him.
Cami & Chris Preti
March 18, 2010
May God help to bring your family peace during this extremely difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
March 16, 2010
Vince, Theresa, Kelley, Colleen, and Nolan,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Megan had so much fun with Michael, Nolan, Vince, Don and Ellen last Easter. Michael was a very caring and sweet young man. I'm sure Granny and Pap Carpenter are in heaven taking care of him and watching over you all.
Brad, Connie, and Megan Burrough
Friends and Godchild of Don and Ellen
March 16, 2010
Theresa,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Lisa Malmberg
Former LLL Leader in Raleigh
Eaton Corporation
March 16, 2010
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Donna Gilbert
March 16, 2010
I did not know Michael. It sounds like he was a wonderful young man. Theresa, I cannot find the words to express my deepest sympathy. My brother lost his son this summer and I know how difficult this is. Please know we(your fellow LLL Leaders) are thinking of you and your family.
Erin Moore
March 16, 2010
Theresa and family...we're thinking of you in your time of loss. I'm so sorry to hear about this.
Erin Moore, LLLL
Barbara Corbin
March 15, 2010
Theresa & Vince,
I was shocked and saddened to see the notice of Michael's death. Though we have not talked for many years, I will always treasure your friendship and the wonderful family you raised. You and the children are in my prayers.
Barbara
David and Beth McCormick
March 15, 2010
Vince and Theresa,
Donny relayed the sad news about Michael. Please accept our sincere condolences upon his passing. May your sense of family carry you through these difficult times. You are all in our prayers. God bless you all.
March 15, 2010
Farewell Backpack Dude:
You inspired us to be better people with your infectious energy, your playful and outgoing personality, and your zest for life. You loved the outdoors and passed that along to others including me. You found that helping others was its own reward. You were great with adults and small children alike, a true reflection of your personality and your upbringing.
I'll miss your bright smile and outstretched hand ready to to greet whoever was around.
I feel so fortunate to spend as much time as I did with you. You will always have special place in my heart.
Please look down and pray for us poor souls on earth, especially for your loving and wonderful parents (Vince & Theresa) and your siblings (Kelley, Colleen and Nolan).
Be at peace!
Captain Chemist
March 15, 2010
Dear Vinnie and Theresa, I'm with you in prayer...and in Love...Ann Weller
Sandi Payne
March 15, 2010
Mike was my chemistry work service student at NCSSM. I remember his smile and kind soul. He will be greatly missed.
March 15, 2010
We are so sorry to hear of your great loss. Michael was a wonderful, kind and loving young man. He was a pleasure to have as our dental patient over the years. You are all in our thougts and prayers during this most difficult time. Love the staff of Godwin Family Dentistry
Joe Finnegan
March 15, 2010
Vince & Theresa,
We're praying for you. It's now Mike's turn to look out over us.
Patricia Sutyla
March 14, 2010
We were so saddened to hear of your tremendous loss. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Jacqueline's Aunt Trish and family
Gabriela Stefan
March 14, 2010
Mike will be still living in our souls. His joy of living, his smile and the look in his eyes are not easy to forget. A gifted and intelligent young man, with a caring and sensitive heart, well mannered and considerate, Mike defined himself as a person and made his family and teachers proud of him. I was fortunate to get to know him as my "Physics with Topics" student. He shared with me memories about his summer backpack trips, I was happy to witness both his academic successes and him falling in love at NCSSM. He did not get to go visit Brazil, as he intended to... Still in shock and regretful that we have lost him ...
Janine & Philip Maves and Barner
March 14, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of Michael's loss. Thinking of you.
Nelson & Neusa Bellon
March 14, 2010
Mike was a joy to know and to have him in our home.
We are very sorry for your loss.
He will be greatly missed by everyone that knew him.
Chris Schwartz
March 14, 2010
Backpack dude, we will miss you more than you could know. May your soul find solace and peace with God.
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