John D. Carpenter, 82, of Shunk, passed away unexpectedly at home on Wednesday, March 15, 2017. John was born February 16, 1935 in Sullivan County, Fox Twp., a son of the late Ralph L. and Agnes L. (Morgan) Carpenter. He attended the Shunk Schools before enlisting in the U.S. Army. John was a proud veteran, serving during the Korean War.
John enjoyed his life’s work as a truck driver. He was an owner/operator for a time, drove over the road for several years and later hauled for Parry’s Trucking in Tunkhannock. He was a member of Canton’s VFW Post 714 and American Legion Post 303. John will be remembered as a witty conversationalist and a kind person, always there to help anyone in need. He was an avid outdoorsman who was interested in nature and farming, he also collected and sold honey throughout the area. In earlier years, he enjoyed hunting and fishing. Beloved “Johnny Paw” to his grandchildren and great grandchildren, John especially loved spending time with his family.
Surviving are: his son, Lonnie Carpenter (Brenda Halligan) of Canton; daughter-in-law, Wendy Carpenter of Shunk; five grandchildren, Mariah (Shane) Castle, Melissa and Mindy Carpenter, Mercedes and Noah Carpenter; step-children, Skip, Brad, Brenda, Renee, Carol and Brent Ransom; several great grandchildren and step-great grandchildren; a sister, Phyllis Molyneux of Shunk; dear friend, Kate Carpenter of Shunk, several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
John enjoyed his life’s work as a truck driver. He was an owner/operator for a time, drove over the road for several years and later hauled for Parry’s Trucking in Tunkhannock. He was a member of Canton’s VFW Post 714 and American Legion Post 303. John will be remembered as a witty conversationalist and a kind person, always there to help anyone in need. He was an avid outdoorsman who was interested in nature and farming, he also collected and sold honey throughout the area. In earlier years, he enjoyed hunting and fishing. Beloved “Johnny Paw” to his grandchildren and great grandchildren, John especially loved spending time with his family.
Surviving are: his son, Lonnie Carpenter (Brenda Halligan) of Canton; daughter-in-law, Wendy Carpenter of Shunk; five grandchildren, Mariah (Shane) Castle, Melissa and Mindy Carpenter, Mercedes and Noah Carpenter; step-children, Skip, Brad, Brenda, Renee, Carol and Brent Ransom; several great grandchildren and step-great grandchildren; a sister, Phyllis Molyneux of Shunk; dear friend, Kate Carpenter of Shunk, several nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
John was predeceased by his wife, Joan Carpenter; son Marvin “Bear Claw” Carpenter and three siblings; Alfreda Higley, Floyd and Milford Carpenter.
In keeping with John’s wishes, services will be private. Pepper Funeral Home, 578 Springbrook Dr. Canton is assisting his family with arrangements.
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In keeping with John’s wishes, services will be private. Pepper Funeral Home, 578 Springbrook Dr. Canton is assisting his family with arrangements.
Share memories and condolences at www.pepperfuneralhomes.com
