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Doug Carpenter Obituary
HUBBARDSTON - Doug Carpenter, 68 of Hubbardston, went home to be with the Lord on Friday, March 28, 2014, after a short but aggressive illness. He was the beloved husband of Carol Carpenter for 47 years.
Doug is also survived by his son, Brian Carpenter and his wife, Jody of Paxton; his daughter, Jennifer Lepore and her husband, Tony of Hubbardston; ten grandchildren; his sister, Sally Pennoyer and her husband, Ray of Trumbull, CT; his brother, Gary Carpenter and his wife, Joan of Milton, DE; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.
He worked in corporate information management for many years at Digital Equipment Corporation and recently worked for Geist Global. Doug was an avid golfer and water skier. Doug loved his Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ and lived the life he professed.
The family wishes to thank the nursing, support staff and physicians at Mass General Hospital for the excellent compassionate care given to Doug.
A funeral service honoring Doug's life will be held at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 5 at Heritage Bible Chapel, 182 Brooks Station Road, Princeton. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Doug's name to Mass General Hospital, c/o MGH Development Office, 100 Cambridge Street, Suite 1310, Boston, MA 02114, designating 9th Floor, Lunder Cancer Center, on the check memo line. Miles Funeral Home, 1158 Main St., Holden, is assisting the family with arrangements. To share a memory of Doug or leave an online condolence for his family, please visit
www.milesfuneralhome.com
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Jean Coyne
April 16, 2014
Carpenter Family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Doug, was certainly a man of God and loved by many including us. May God comfort you. Jean and Pat Coyne
Kathie Whitesel
April 11, 2014
Don and I just found out about Doug's passing. We are distraught that we didn't hear about it and missed the service. Our prayers are with the whole family.
Paul Brundage
April 11, 2014
Doug, we grew up together at Black Rock Congregational Church in Black Rock (Bridgeport), Connecticut. So thankful to read of your lifelong faith in our Lord Jesus, and pray for comfort during this time of loss for your brother, Gary, sister Sally, and for your widow and children.
Don Colligan
April 2, 2014
Carol, Brian and Jennifer – we shall always keep our shared memories of our time in Phoenix close to our hearts.
Doug was truly one of the best, we are blessed to have had the opportunity to have him as a friend. Our lives are better for having known Doug.
Please know that caring thoughts and heartfelt sympathy are with you in your sorrow.
Our Deepest Sympathy,
With Love and Friendship,
we share your loss,
Barbara and don
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Ruth
March 30, 2014
I'm sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. May our Heavenly Father provide strength and comfort to the family during this time of grief. "For he is near to those broken at heart ". Ps 34:17,18.
Marty & Marie Anderson
March 30, 2014
Carol, Brian, Jen, Tony & grandkids, we are praying for you all during this difficult time. Love, Marty and Marie
Marty & Marie Anderson
March 30, 2014
We were blessed to be able to worship with Doug and Carol. He was a very sweet man who loved the Lord Jesus Christ. We will miss him, and we are praying for the family.
Tom & Tara Flynn
March 30, 2014
Brian, Jenn, Mrs Carpenter and extended family & friends, We are so sorry and shocked by the loss of Mr Carpenter. He was such a nice man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
March 30, 2014
I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. Please find peace and comfort in Psalms 65:2.
Donna & Stephan Arseneault
March 29, 2014
Sending our love to Carol and family. Doug will be missed by many.
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