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Alvin Carpenter Obituary



CARPENTER ALVIN W. CARPENTER On Tuesday, November 20, 2007. Father of Keidra (Khalif) Ba'th. Alvin is also survived by his granddaughters, Khalisa,twins Atiya and Naila; oldest brother, Armpie Carpenter, Jr.; nephews, nieces, other relatives and many friends. Family will receive friends on Tuesday, December 4 at Peoples Congregational Church, 4704 13th St., NW from 10 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. Arrangements by Jordan Funeral Service.

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Published by The Washington Post from Dec. 1 to Dec. 2, 2007.

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Christina Carroll

December 28, 2007

I knew Alvin for only a short time but was touched by his devotion to others and how quick he was to befriend people. Best wishes to the family during this difficult time.

Chris Erdmann

December 13, 2007

Alvin, my friend, you were an absolute joy to be around with an incredible sense of humor, kindness and generosity. You gave back to so many, including me. I'm sorry that I couldn't be there when you passed, but you and your family are in my prayers. Your memory will always live on with me with great love and respect.

Sameena K

December 11, 2007

Blessings to Alvin's family. Alvin has been so kind to me the last 4 years, even calling me every 2 weeks over the last 2 years to see how my mom was faring in her battle with cancer. My mom passed on Dec. 1st and was memorialized and buried at 11a.m. Dec. 4th, the same time as Alvin. Alvin, I hope you're greeting my "Moms" and showing her around! I miss you so much! Love, Sameena

Michele Grant

December 5, 2007

Dear Cousin Alvin,

May you rest in peace.

Laura Dugan

December 4, 2007

Bless you Alvin in the same way that you blessed all of us just by being who you are. While we will miss you, so many of us will continue to carry you in our hearts.

with love,

Jon Moten

December 4, 2007

Power, Peace and love to the Family....May the Lord bless you and keep you in your time of grief...Alvin was a true Champion!
Back in the day the Carpenters were one of the cornerstone families in our neighborhood!..Till we meet again Alvin.....peace.

Quita Remick

December 4, 2007

Alvin made a huge impact upon my life and the lives of others. He truly walked the walk - always ready to lend a helping hand and always ready to open his heart with a kind word and big bear hug.
He had a way of putting a smile on my face in the worst of days. I know that he is in wonderful hands today and will continue to help us all as we celebrate the wonderful memories he has left with us. My thoughts and prayers are with Alvin and his family. Alvin - Thanks for all that you have done. I Love you and will miss you! Quita

Adrienne Gillette

December 3, 2007

To the Carpenter Family,

God Bless you, Alvin was such a blessing to all that knew him he touched my life in more ways than one. I love you Alvin, Rest in Peace.

Love Bunny

Ashley Nellis

December 3, 2007

Alvin brought humor and hope to hundreds of lost souls. He will be missed. My deepest condolences for the Carpenter family.
Much love,
Ashley

Janice Day Saint-Louis

December 1, 2007

I remember Alvin when he was a teenager, his brother Armpie was married to my sister. My sincere condolences to Armpie and the Family.

Eugene Prophet

December 1, 2007

Rest in Peace, Alvin. You were a true soldier and fought the good fight. Condolences to Armpie and the Family.
Sincerely,
Eugene & Grafton Prophet

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