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William Vester Carpenter

October 17, 1932 - May 5, 2023
Visitation
Martin's Funeral Home
100 South Morgan Street
Granbury, Texas 76048
Tuesday 5/9, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Lie in State

Service
Granbury Church of God
1106 Weatherford Highway
Granbury, TX 76048
Wednesday 5/10, 11:00 am
Cemetery
Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery
2000 Mountain Creek Parkway
Dallas, Texas 75211
214-467-3374 |
Thursday 5/11, 9:30 am

William Vester Carpenter was born in Bruce, Mississippi on October 17th, 1932, and went to be with the Lord on May 5, 2023. He is survived by his wife, Sherrilyn Carpenter, his sister Jane Walker, his children, Billy Carpenter (Marcia), Tommy Carpenter (Jennifer), Cindy Carpenter (John), Trudie Carpenter, Tracie (Randy) Shearin and Melanie (Daniel) Halterman), Brett Quillin (Shelena) and Brad Quillin, as well as 17 Grandchildren, and 24 Great Grandchildren and 3 Great-Great Grandchildren, as well as many nieces and nephews.

He was in the Army from 1950 to 1953 and then served in the Air Force until December 1966. He served a total of 16 yrs. He was ordained in the ministry and served in several churches while in the military. His first church as a civilian pastor was Blue Lake Baptist church in Crowder, Mississippi. He loved serving his country and loved serving the Lord even more.

He received the soldiers medal while in the service for saving multiple children out of a fire in a children’s home. He was blessed while serving in that children’s home, to see one of the young men assigned to him receive salvation, leave that home, and go into the ministry. He was influential in several young men making the decision to go into the ministry. He loved witnessing whether behind the pulpit or on the streets.

He was also a family man in every way one can be, with his love, understanding, guidance, and much much patience. His desire was always for every one of his children to know and serve the Lord. That desire filtered down to the Grandchildren and beyond. He wanted to leave that kind of legacy. Always with a big smile and a great sense of humor, and a super positive attitude, he went through life following the leading of the Lord and looking forward to the day he would be with him forever.

 

Viewing: Martins Funeral Home Granbury, Texas,   Tuesday May 9th 5-7pm

Funeral Services:  Granbury Church of God,    Wednesday, May 10th 11am

Burial: Dallas Fort Worth National Cemetery,   Thursday May 11th 9:15

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Visitation
Martin's Funeral Home
100 South Morgan Street
Granbury, Texas 76048
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Tuesday 5/9, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Lie in State

Service
Granbury Church of God
1106 Weatherford Highway
Granbury, TX 76048
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Wednesday 5/10, 11:00 am
Cemetery
Dallas-Fort Worth National Cemetery
2000 Mountain Creek Parkway
Dallas, Texas 75211
214-467-3374 | Map
Thursday 5/11, 9:30 am

William Vester Carpenter was born in Bruce, Mississippi on October 17th, 1932, and went to be with the Lord on May 5, 2023. He is survived by his wife, Sherrilyn Carpenter, his sister Jane Walker, his children, Billy Carpenter (Marcia), Tommy Carpenter (Jennifer), Cindy Carpenter (John), Trudie Carpenter, Tracie (Randy) Shearin and Melanie (Daniel) Halterman),Continue Reading

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Brooklyn Bennett left a message on May 10, 2023:
My heart and prayers go out to the family, such a beautiful kindhearted soul of a man and he will be dearly missed! My love and condolences.
Chuck and Jana Burt left a message on May 10, 2023:
Praying for you Pastor Brett and your family. Sending our love during this difficult time.
Jerry Smith left a message on May 8, 2023:
Billy ,Cindy ,Tommy ,Trudeau & Tracy, Melody, I'm so sorry , the memories of uncle Bill are so many that I don't have space to write it all I loved uncle Bill as a father he took over as a father figure when my dad Disappeared I'm ashamed that I kinda dropped out of the picture for the last 5 years but you guys was always in my thoughts I'm going to try to make it in for the services my thoughts and prayers are with you all in this time loved you all Jerry
Melanie Carpenter left a message on May 7, 2023:
I love you Dad
Sheila (Smith) Davis left a message on May 7, 2023:
I will forever have nothing but loving memories of my Uncle Bill, he was a good man and loved his family dearly. He will be missed by all. Say hello to “Ma” and my dad for me.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Sandra Askew left a message on May 7, 2023:
I just want everyone to know my heart and prayers are with you all God bless my sweet family
Randy Hamilton left a message on May 7, 2023:
The Almighty God has come to take him home to be by his side. His work here on earth is done. The memories he gave us will be remembered forever. I will see you one day in heaven. Tell mamma I miss her and love her for me. You will be missed and we we love you❤️❤️❤️
Tasha Garrett - Legend Hospice left a message on May 7, 2023:
In memory of William Vester Carpenter, Tasha Garrett - Legend Hospice lit a candle
Randy Hamilton left a message on May 7, 2023:
The Almighty God has took a great man home. Uncle Bill was like a GOD FATHER to me my mom used to send us to his house in the summer and Uncle Bill would take me to work with him and show me what a great man he was. I am so glad I got to see him before he passed. His work on earth was done now God needs him by his side to help heal man kind. I love you Uncle Bill say hello to mama for me and I will see you in heaven one day.
Billy Carpenter left a message on May 7, 2023:
In memory of William Vester Carpenter, Billy Carpenter lit a candle
Tasha left a message on May 7, 2023:
Sweet Blue Eyes you are finally soaring in those cotton field clouds ⛅️ 💙 You were are still are an extremely loved and worshiped man! I'm so very blessed I got the honor and privilege to meet you in your final weeks and be a vessel for the Lord to love you through my hands! You have a wonderful family you have built and your legacy of love and faith and that beautiful smile will live forever! We will see you in that beautiful blue sky you paint for us.
Cynthia Carpenter left a message on May 7, 2023:
In memory of William Vester Carpenter, Cynthia Carpenter lit a candle
Phillip Hamilton left a message on May 7, 2023:
So sorry for y'all's loss. Uncle Bill will be surely missed. Y'all are in our prayers ❤🙏
Trudie S Carpenter left a message on May 7, 2023:
In memory of William Vester Carpenter, Trudie S Carpenter lit a candle
Martin's Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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