Charles “Russ” Carpenter, 89, of Rogers, AR passed away Wednesday, October 11, 2023 in Bentonville. He was born August 5, 1934 in Wayland, New York to Earl and Nina Dann Carpenter.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife Patsy Carpenter; three brothers, Earl Carpenter, Elbert Carpenter and Leon “Skip” Carpenter; two sisters, Wanetta Philbrick and Pauline Carpenter; and two grandsons, Marshall Beeson and Bobby Way.
Russ retired from the military. He served 24 years in the Air Force. During his service he was a recipient of the Purple Heart, Combat Infantryman Badge and the Master Guidance Missile Technician Badge. He was a Master Instructor in the USAF and received the USAF commendation four times. After retirement, he moved to northwest Arkansas in 1974. He taught high school students electronics in the VICA program for 4 years. He then taught Industrial Maintenance at Northwest Institute for 16 years.
He is survived by his children, Jo Lynn Sharp of Rogers, Darryl Gene Carpenter and wife Terry of Fayetteville, and Robin Lea Carpenter of Bentonville; a sister Mitzi Barcomb and husband Gary of Port Charlotte, FL; 5 grandchildren; and 7 great-grandchildren.
A Celebration of Life service will be held at 10:00 AM Friday, October 20, 2023 at Beard’s Funeral Chapel with military honors.
Cremation arrangements by Beard’s Funeral Chapel.
I enjoyed EVERY single moment with him…I loved his stories and the sharing of his life ..how he loved his daughters …he was a joy ….I fell in love with his sweet nature …he was such a great man …I’ll miss him greatly ..every time I think of him I smile…fly high sir ..thank you for your service ! And thank you kind sir for sharing the last year with me … love you , Cathi
We enjoyed their family get to gethers of sing and playing, Sundays. Rusty was so proud of his family and their musical talent. Skipper an Rusty where very close brothers. Now they are both running around in heaven to gather again. Have fun boys.
What an honor to hear Jacen talk about his Great Grandpa. I could tell immediately how much “Russ” was loved by his family. I loved reading about him with Jacen and talking about the Purple Heart. I am sorry for your loss but so honored to get a glimpse of the legacy that this man left.
Karla Long, School Counselor Bob Folsom Elementary