David Charles Carpenter

Nov 30, 1938 - Oct 26th, 2021

Birth Date: Nov 30, 1938
Death Date: Oct 26, 2021
Funeral Date: Unknown
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Biography: David Charles Carpenter passed away peacefully at home  surrounded by family on October 26, 2021.  He was Born on November 30, 1938 to David Crockett Carpenter and Ina Warren Carpenter in Waldron, AR.  He was preceded in death by his parents and sisters Mazle Carpenter, Fern Cooksey, Carlean Smith, Dora Yarbrough and Virginia Parker.

Dave graduated from Waldron High School in 1957.  He served in the United States Air Force for 8 years reaching the rank of Staff Sargent.  During his service he was stationed in Okinawa, Korea, and several bases in the states.  He valued his time in the Air Force.   His time serving his country provided him with experiences that shaped is life and gave him a deeper understanding of the world. He then worked for the U.S. Postal Service in several capacities.  During retirement Dave enjoyed wood working,  gardening and a variety of artistic endeavors.

In 1979 he married his soul mate, Melinda Smith. Family was immensely important to Dave, together he and Melinda traveled life’s journey.  They were blessed with two sons, David and Michael and two grandsons, Cannon and Jasper.

He is survived by his wife, his sons, grandsons and a large loving extended family.

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Gina Bridges

Nov 1st, 2021 11:13 am

Please accept condolences on the Dave's passing from the staff at LifeQuest of Arkansas. It was a joy to see him in art classes.

Evans family

Nov 1st, 2021 3:22 am

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Continue to rely on God and know that he hears your prayers,
because he cares for you. Truly sorry for your loss.

Richard Carter (Rick)

Oct 30th, 2021 10:04 am

Dave and I came to work at the Little Rock Post Office on the same day, May 4 1970. We worked together unloading trucks and working mail at the Victory St Annex. We worked together at the MPO Window Service and other areas throughout our careers at the USPS. Dave was a good friend and I was very saddened to hear of his passing.

Judy Smithey

Oct 29th, 2021 10:59 am

Dave was in my watercolor class at Life Quest. He was a fine artist and a very fine person.
Sincere condolences to his family.

Don applegarth

Oct 29th, 2021 9:21 am

I am very sorry to hear David’s passing. I grew up in Waldron, AR and DC, as I knew him, and I were good friends. I also knew his sister Virginia. I was a year ahead of David and I went to Ouachita Baptist Univ, where Virginia also
attended. I served in the army for 20 years and was in some of the places David served. Although never seeing David after high school, I attempted to keep up with him. I will keep his family in my prayers

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