Jack L. Carpenter, 90, passed away on Sunday, June 6, 2021 at St. Joseph Regional Hospital, Plymouth. Born on March 18, 1931 in South Bend, Indiana he was the son of Gerald and Elsie (Solbrig) Carpenter.
He attended Argos High School graduating with the class of 1949. After graduating from Argos, he attended Hanover College for 1 year and then joined the Air Force. He served for 4 years as a clerk’s typist obtaining the rank of Staff Sergeant.
On June 8, 1958 Jack married Patricia Pifer at Plymouth First United Church of Christ and they would have celebrated their 63rd wedding anniversary. Jack went to work for the Carpenter Insurance Agency in Argos before going to the State Exchange Insurance Agency. He then worked for the State Exchange Bank which became NorCen Bank where he became the Executive Vice President and Senior Loan Officer as well as a member of the Board of Directors. He would retire as a consultant for Lake City Bank.
Jack enjoyed trap shooting, in fact so much so, he taught all of his grandchildren how to trap shoot. He liked to hunt and fish with family and friends and spend time playing with his grandchildren whenever he had the chance. He was an avid photographer often taking photos, printing and matting all the wildlife and mills that he captured through his lens. Jack loved going to Ohio to the Air Force Museum to see the historical planes. He was a member of the Amateur Trapshooting Association, Plymouth Camera Club, Lions Club, Argos American Legion and the First United Church of Christ.
He is survived by his wife Patricia of Plymouth; children: David (Cathy) Carpenter of Plymouth; Karen (Bruce) Snyder of Culver; James Carpenter of Portage, MI; sister Jean Greenlee of Plymouth; brother Jerry (Doris) Carpenter of Plymouth; grandchildren: Matthew Snyder, Jennifer Snyder, Kimberly (Jacob) Lawyer, Tyler Carpenter and Chad Carpenter; great-grandchildren: Declan Lawyer, Emery Carpenter and Finnegan Jack Lawyer; as well as several nieces and nephews.
Jack is preceded in death by his parents
Visitation will be held on Saturday, June 12, 2021 from 11-1 pm at the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N Michigan Street, Plymouth. A memorial service will follow with Rev. Chuck Krieg officiating.
Burial will take place at a later date.
Memorial contributions can be made to the First United Church of Christ, 321 N Center St. Plymouth, IN 46563.
Kevin and Donna Chaney says
Offering our sincere condolences for your loss. May good memories of your father help you navigate this difficult time.
Laurie Reece Wilkinson says
Jim
I am sorry to hear about your dad. I will keep you and your family in my prayers.
Love,
Laurie Reece
Nelson Chipman says
A gentleman’s gentleman. Always professional. Deepest condolences to all.
Pam Mahler-Lee says
Jack was one of my first bosses right out of high school at NorCen bank. What a fabulous role model he was! Peace and grace to his family
Marymae Stephenson says
Sending you my love and sympathy. Such wonderful memories of playing bridge together, with the gang.
Marymae
LAWRENCE MILLER says
Dear PATRICIA and FAMILY. I am sorry to learn of Jack’s passing. I enjoyed working with Jack those many years at The State Exchange Bank and it’s successor banks. I am currently out of the country and will not be able to pay my condolences in person. Prayers to the family at this time.
Kim Maybee says
So sorry to here this. I didn’t know Jack but I did know his son David and heard of him speak of Jack. Our hearts Go out to your family. You all are in our prayers.
Sincerely Kim & Debbie Maybee
Larry & Jeanne ayer says
Dear Carpenter family,
So sorry to hear of Jack’s passing. We will keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you.
Larry & Jeanne Mayer
Norma Young says
So sorry Pat, just heard today of Jacks passing. You have my sincere sympathy and love. We go back a long ways don’t we Pat?
Suzanne Gibson says
THE MEMBERS OF THE VFW AUXILIARY 1162 IN PLYMOUTH INDIANA
ARE SADDENT TO HEAR OF JACK’S PASSING OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH HIS FAMILY MEMBERS AND MANY FRIENDS
GOD BE WITH YOU ALL AT THIS TIME OF SORROW
SUZANNE GIBSON
VFW AUXILIARY 1162 CHAPLAIN
606 LAKE AVE PLYMOUTH IN
46563
574-936-2245
vfwpost1162@gmail.com
Dale Cramer says
Jack was a great mentor when I started my career at The State Exchange Bank until I retired at Lake City Bank. Jack had a calming affect with people. Many good memories. Rest in peace my friend.
William L Fortin says
I worked with Jack for many years as legal counsel for the State Exchange Bank. I always enjoyed my association with him and with your family.
Marilyn and I are sincerely sorry for your loss.
William Fortin