Age 71

Beloved wife of LaVant William Carpenter for over 20 years but together for 45 years. Loving mother of Nathan. Dearest sister of Betty Lynn (Malcolm) Ramsay, Debbie (Jim) Adams, Bonnie (Richard) Craven and Wilma (Jim) Wells. Cherished aunt and great aunt of many nieces and nephews. She was very dearly loved and will be deeply missed by many cousins, family members and friends especially her beloved cats.

Visitation Saturday 3 pm - 8 pm with family share time at 6:30 pm at the John N. Santeiu & Son Funeral Home.  Family suggests memorials to the Dearborn Animal Shelter.