Kenneth Lee Carpenter

Kenneth Lee Carpenter, age 72, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 9th,2026 after multiple years of declining health. He was Born on May 1st, 1954, in Charlotte, NC. Ken was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He spent his life devoted to his family, his faith, and his passions.

Ken spent many years working at Hoechst Celanese in Mt. Holly, NC in the engineering department where he gained the respect of his colleagues and made many life long friends. Outside of his professional life, Ken was a devoted member of the Anchor of Hope Church in Dallas, NC, where he loved and served the Lord wholeheartedly.

In his free time Ken enjoyed a passion for NASCAR and automobiles, as well as camping and woodworking. He loved spending time in the company of his dear friends, Eddie and Sherry Fink, with whom he shared many adventures and cherished memories.

He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years Kay Laughlin Carpenter, his sons Brian Carpenter (Jennifer) and Brent Carpenter (Lyssa), and his dear sister Debbie Crisp(Michael).  Ken was also a proud grandfather to Garrison Carpenter, Gavin Carpenter, Owen Carpenter, and Kaylee Carpenter, who brought immense joy and pride to his life.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Dempsey Moore Carpenter and Violet Ray Carpenter, and by his infant son, Jonathan Lee Carpenter.

The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to all who have expressed their condolences and shared their love and memories.

Funeral services will be held on Sunday, September 13th, 2026, at Woodlawn Funeral Home Chapel in Mount Holly, NC, from 2:30 pm to 3:00 pm. A visitation will precede the service from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm, offering family and friends the opportunity to gather in remembrance and celebration of Ken’s life.  An interment will follow the service at Hillcrest Gardens in Mt. Holly NC.  Arrangements have been entrusted to Woodlawn Funeral Home.

Serving as pallbearers are Brian Carpenter, Brent Carpenter, Garrison Carpenter, Gavin Carpenter, Owen Carpenter, Eddie Fink and honorary pallbearer Scott Moss. Rev. Michael Crisp will be officiating the service. Condolence messages may be sent to the family by visiting www.woodlawnfuneral.org.

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