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Bennie F. Carpenter, MD
CROWN POINT, IN - Bennie F. Carpenter, MD Passed away suddenly in his home on May 8, 2019. Born May 29, 1933 to Charles and Mary Gladys Carpenter in Stonington, IL.
Married Myrna Jean Gillian on August 11, 1956 and lived in Crown Point, IN raising five children, Kevin (Christy) Crown Point, IN, Karen (Steve) Weck Marshall, Michigan, Kent (Laura) Carpenter Empire, Colorado, Keith (Kathleen) Carpenter, Crown Point, IN, Kurt (Colleen) Carpenter Downers Grove, IL. Preceded in death by his loving wife and sister Peggy Pollock. Survived by his sister Alice (John) Curtin, dear friend Kathy Prater, five children, 16 grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
After high school he attended the University of Illinois receiving a pre-med degree. He continued his education into medical school, achieving a Medical Degree from the University of Illinois - Chicago class of 1960. He started his private career serving the Griffith community in Family Practice 1961-1964; and continued Family Practice in Crown Point starting in 1964. He was a Major in the US Army serving in Vietnam 1967-1969 where he was a physician with the 9th Division.
Dr. Ben was a dedicated, giving, and compassionate physician. He was devoted to the families of the community for over 40 years delivering over 3,000 babies. Generously donated his time to Crown Point HS sports performing athlete physicals and sideline care during Friday night football games. Member of the Rotary Club and Youche Country Club. He was an avid outdoorsman enjoying hunting, boating, fishing, golf, and travel. University of Illinois Alumni Association St. Anthony's Medical Center Staff President.He enjoyed life to the fullest and beamed with pride in his children and grandchildren. Always took the effort to sincerely converse with his patients and to make others laugh loudly. He was a shining example of someone who gave all to his community, and a physician who gave his all to his patients. He loved his family deeply and unconditionally. His sense of good times, fun and adventure were endless. He lived an amazing life.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, May 12, 2019 at GEISEN FUNERAL, CREMATION & RECEPTION CENTRE, 606 E. 113th Ave., Crown Point, IN 46307 from 2:00 to 6:00 PM. Additional visitation will be held on Monday, May 13, 2019 at GEISEN FUNERAL, CREMATION & RECEPTION CENTRE from 10:00 AM until the time of the Funeral Service at 11:00 AM with John Starr officiating. Interment to follow at Maplewood Memorial Cemetery in Crown Point, IN.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to: The Crown Point Community Foundation, P.O. Box 522, Crown Point, IN 46308. To view directions and/or sign Dr. Ben's guestbook, please visit www.GeisenFuneralHome.com. 219-663-2500.
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Memories and Condolences
for Bennie Carpenter
Megan Springman
May 3, 2021
Wow Doc it’s been a year! Time flies! You were a great physician you helped give my mom 6 precious years that she wouldn’t have had. I’ll always remember when I had my first baby and you came to check her, you just popped your head into my room and said she was perfect! Rest In Peace with the love of your life !
Carrie Gillian
June 3, 2019
To my Uncle Ben thank you for your sweet tender loving care. You were the best Uncle ever. And to my cousins my thoughts and prayers are with you all. I think of you often and miss you. Love Carrie
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June 2, 2019
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Noran Warot
May 23, 2019
Anthony just called me about uncle Ben. Wow so very incredibly sorry we did not know. I visited him last year and had an amazing conversation. Wanted him to meet my Virginia. We missed connecting last year and was hoping to next month. So glad he was not in hospital when he passed. Talked so lovely about all you my cousins and your families. Talked nonstop for 2 hours updating me on everyone, down to newest grandchild. Hugs to all of you. I always took great pride he delivered me. Also he precepted me in his medical office for a semester for my BSN. I got to ask him who him and Myrna met. About her and nursing school. About if some of Uncle Bill's y'all tales were true.
Hugs and love you all from me and my family
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May 23, 2019
We just found out about Dr. Carpenter's passing, he was our family doc from 1970 until he retired. He was the greatest, caring, compassionate, he always asked about the family when one of us went in for an office call. I was devastated when he retired and have yet to find a doctor to replace him. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and we know he has found the peace he so greatly deserves. He was an exceptional man.
Laura Fabian-Licari
May 17, 2019
Dear Carpenter family, I was a classmate and friend of Karen's and would like to express my heartfelt condolences on losing such an amazing man. He brought so much happiness and love to many lives. May he rest in peace.
June Sheets
May 17, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. He was my Doctor for many years, the best. If I felt bad he would cheer you up. I have missed him to.
Joyce Wolfe
May 17, 2019
Blessings to an amazing Professional and Friend!
Ryan Knight
May 17, 2019
Doc was a great guy and Doctor. May he rest in peace. Always a joy to be around.
Cheryl Brust Randall
May 16, 2019
Thoughts and prayers for the Carpenter family he delivered 2 of my 3 kids and his thoughtfulness and caring guided me through some difficult times. Have never found another MD that I trusted as much as him. God speed
Cheryle Fronczak
May 14, 2019
To the Carpenter family I am so sorry for your loss. May you find peace in the memories and loved that you shared with him.
Mike Schafer
May 13, 2019
On behalf of the Willard Schafer family, I would like to extend our deepest condolences to Dr. Carpenters family. He took care of all of us one time or another and was a very dedicated physician. Always good for a good story or two at the office. Rest In Peace.
May 13, 2019
I am sorry for your loss.
Vicki Frazee
May 12, 2019
My condolences go out to the Carpenter family at this time, he was my dr growing up & he truly cared about his patients & life, a wonderful man
Tom Knibbs
May 12, 2019
To the Carpenter Family, were so sorry for the loss of your dad. We all have great memories of your dad and were smiling when we talked of the good times our parents had together. We know its sad right now but we hope you can remember the good times and find comfort in knowing how much your dad touched others.
Barb, Tom, Ted and Michelle.
Michael Carden
May 12, 2019
Kevin, Karen, Kent, Keith, and Kurt,
Your dad took good of me and my whole family.
My heart goes out to you.
I can tell you the wonderful memories you have
will always put a smile on your face and a tear in
the corner of your eye. God bless!
Waite Ave
May 12, 2019
Doc, you will be missed. The Ave Family will always remember the wonderful times and memories.
Dan Burrell
May 12, 2019
My sincere sympathies to all of the Carpenter family. Ben was a great friend. We spent time together, going to the Golf outings in Key Biscayne, at the Country Club, playing craps in the Bahamas etc..... Ben was a fun loving guy. He lived his life to the fullest. A pillar of the community. I will miss Ben, RIP my friend.
May 12, 2019
My sincere sympathies to all of the Carpenter family. Ben will be greatly missed. You Dad and I were good friends. We did the Golf outings in Key Biscayne, played at the Country Club, played craps in the Bahamas, ect.... To say the least Ben was a great guy and friend, and a pillar of the community. I will miss Ben and his laughter. RIP my friend.
Loyal and Judy McDermott
May 11, 2019
Ben was a great doctor and delivered our two grandchildren. Our sympathy and prayers for all the family. He was a great man. Judy and Loyal McDermott, Crown Point, IN.
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Cherri Govert
May 11, 2019
My heart is broken...I truly loved Ben and Jean! They will always hold such a special spot in my heart. To all of their children, they left a fabulous legacy in each one of you. Please know that my heart is with all of you during this time. I love you all dearly and I will always cherish the time our families spent together. Hugs...
john halfman
May 11, 2019
To all of my old friends, your Dad will live forever in our hearts.
Megan Wirtz
May 11, 2019
Dear Carpenter family, I wanted to offer my sympathy for your loss! Your father wasn't only a great Dr but a wonderful person. My father up until two weeks ago would love talking to Bennie. He would make him his last job so they could talk for however long they wished. He was also the Dr that over 40 years ago gave me extra time with my mom who was diagnosed with cancer! Drs said 6 months, he took over and gave her and us 6 years! He was so funny and always recognized you. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Robert Edgington
May 10, 2019
I have such fond memories of the time I worked at Youche and the conversations we would have late at night. Dr. Ben would share many memories about his life. Hugs to the family.
Mary Allen
May 10, 2019
Heaven pulled a real live "Marcus Welby" from Crown Point. Just last week I talked to 2 of the 3000 babies from Griffith delivered by Dr. Carpenter, all grown and taking care of their mom .... and they laughed when they told me about one of the many Griffith-Crown Point?....in any case a football game Dr. Carpenter helped out. When he landed on his shoulder, he was attended by Dr. C with the slap on the back "you'll be fine"... He was, and some 40 years later it was a funny memory. I saw Dr. C hold many hands, and saw his touch diagnose without a CT MRI or lab. He was kind with his patients. He had instincts that can't be taught. He saw way too much pain. May he rest happy now, and have peace with Jean. He's earned his wings.
Lexa Schmitt Evans
May 10, 2019
was a good doctor, helped me and my family many a time so sorry for your loss.
Krista Brown
May 10, 2019
Dr. Carpenter was the absolute best. He was so sweet and kind, and always made you feel safe in his care. Wonderful man. Condolences to his family. I remember him talki g about them during each visit. Hugs.
Margaret Koscielniak
May 10, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jennifer Festa
May 10, 2019
Dear Karen and the Carpenter family, so sorry to read about your Dad's passing. He certainly was the patriarch of a wonderful family. What a great impact he had on the Crown Point community. My thoughts are with you. May the love of family and friends surround you during this difficult time.
Becky Shaw
May 10, 2019
Prayers for Bennie's family.
Keith Slade (Nam 66-68)
May 10, 2019
An extraordinary Man who served our country
saving lives in the worst possible
environment (Vietnam). I shall salute you &
remember your heroic & selfless deeds.
Pam Elick
May 10, 2019
Cousin Bennie will be greatly missed. You and Jean left a great legacy with your family. Ellery and I send hugs to all.
Philip Kellar M.D.
May 10, 2019
He served Crown Point faithfully, I'll will remember the times at staff meetings and lounge of a pleasant, friendly , and giving physician. Sorry for our loss.
Sandy Brunton
May 10, 2019
My deepest sympathy to the family. Dr. Carpenter was my doctor as a child, delivered my three children and continued taking care of my family until his retirement. He always had a smile for you!
May 10, 2019
my deepest sympathy to the family,,,Bennie was my doctor for most of my adult life and a wonderful doctor.
REST IN PEACE DR. CARPENTER,
W GERGELY
florida
robert pollock
May 9, 2019
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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