Carol I. Carpenter

Carol I. Carpenter, age 81, of Adams, Wisconsin passed away unexpectedly Thursday, July 13, 2017 with family present at her side.

A Memorial gathering will be from 2 to 5 p.m. on Sunday, July 16th, 2017 at Roseberry’s Funeral Home in Friendship, Wisconsin. Interment will be at a later date.

Carol was born in Ladysmith, Wisconsin to Kenneth and Billie (Hamilton) Ewald. She spent most of her adult life in Adams, Wisconsin where she made many wonderful friends and memories. She was well known for her fashion sense, almost always found wearing sweatshirts, sweatpants, and comfortable slippers.

Carol enjoyed many years of bowling, her flower gardens, reading books, solving crossword and sudoku puzzles, as well as reminiscing about the drive-in and telling people about the accomplishments of her fur-covered grandbabies.

Carol was preceded in death by her parents, Kenneth & Billie Ewald.

Survivors:
Son: Brian Carpenter of Birmingham, Alabama
Daughter: Denise Carpenter of Adams, Wisconsin
Sister: Lyn (Gerald) Hazel of Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin
Sister: Lois (Darrell) Holman of Bruce, Wisconsin
Further survived by many nieces, nephews, and dear friends.

Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family. Visit www.roseberrys.com for online condolences and further information.

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Condolences

  1. Evelyn(York) & Larry Johnston says:

    To Carol’s Family, Am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Carol at Villa, & bowled on the same team. Always had that smile, that said “I think you’re full of it”. Had a lot of good times .

  2. Karen Murphy (Rank) says:

    So sorry for your loss, sending prayers

  3. Rich Burik says:

    Sorry to hear of Carole’s passing. Prayers to her family. I pumped gas at the Pure station for
    e her and Jim on weekend nights when I was in college. Then across the street at the drive in I remember all the great times we enjoyed there. created a new fad for a hot dog sandwich minus the hot dog with just the condiments on the bun. She got a big kick out of that as many of us kids would order that with a root beer. She was a kind and loving person and will surely be missed.

  4. Mary jefferson Olson says:

    I have such wonderful memories of working for Carol at the drive-in in Adams. She was my first boss. I learned much from her. I car hopped first and then was the cook for several years when I was in college. She employed so many young people in their first job. She was firm and fair.
    She gave up her drivers license so her husband could not send her for parts. I certainly remembered that when i married a farmer.

  5. Jo Ann (Ribbke) Hiller says:

    Brian and Denise.
    I am so very sorry for your loss. Please know that you are not alone. Prayers are with you.

  6. A-F Ladies "A" League (Thursday night) says:

    So sorry for your loss. We all enjoyed many years of bowling with Carol, she will be missed.

  7. Carol Graske says:

    Brian and Denise, So very sorry for your loss. May God wrap his arms around both of you during this difficult time. Your mom was a wonderful lady and always loved to chat when I would stop by. She was loved and will be missed by many.

  8. Ruth Check says:

    Dear Denise and Brian, I was so sorry to hear about your mother’s passing last night from Kevin. She was always so very proud of both of you and I know her life was filled with joy because of you. My deepest sympathies to you and your family. Love, Ruth Check

  9. Gordon and Marie Whitemarsh says:

    Denise & Brian; We are very sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom, she was really a great neighbor & friend for many years, she will certainly be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you

  10. Cindy Mickelson says:

    Denise I am so sorry for your loss. Your mother was such a warm caring person. She always had a smile and a story. I will miss her.

  11. Nancy (Rank) Sorensen says:

    So sorry for your loss. I have known her since I was a little girl. Loved the drive-in barbecue. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

  12. Jim & Mary Ann Pease says:

    So sorry for your loss. She was a kind, caring person. She never judged anyone. We are currently in California, so just found out. Many wonderful memories. Jim working at the drive in, Villa Pines bowling team, Etc. Our thoughts are with you Denise and Brian.

  13. Dave and Jane Grabarski says:

    Our sincere condolences on the passing of Carol – thoughts and prayers to the entire family.

  14. Bruce and Pat Lindholm (cousin) says:

    Our thoughts and prayers and with the entire family. We enjoyed seeing and talking to Carol at the family reunion last month. Sorry we weren’t able to join you today for her memorial.

  15. Ross and Tammy Hammond says:

    I just saw her out talking to a neighbor last week. I am so sorry Brian and Denise for your loss. I pray GOD wrap his arms around you all and comfort you

  16. Joan Danowski Zeglin says:

    So sorry for the families loss. Prayers.

  17. Harry Davis says:

    So sad to hear of Carol’s passing. My sympathies to Denise, the family and everyone who knew her. I always remember how, when she had the drive-in and I was a young college kid, she would somehow make the drive-in feel like a home for everyone.

  18. Alice Parks says:

    Brian and Denise, i’m so sorry for your loss. I’m so Grateful that I recently got to sit and visit with her. She will be missed.

  19. Margaret Myers says:

    Denise and Brian, sorry for the loss of your Mom and sending prayers your way.

  20. Lori and Roger Hall Jr. says:

    Denise so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. Deepest sympathy for you and your family.

  21. Jeannette Woodruff Batko says:

    Brian and Denise and Deanne Davis and family and Jani Zanders and family: I am so sorry. What precious memories of our “old” neighborhood! Loved the bits of humor in the obituary and she would have too.

  22. Lindsay says:

    Denise sorry for the loss. Carol was a great neighbor n friend the girls n i will miss her dearly. Miss the talks we had

    Carol rest in peace. Ull never b forgotten
    Love Lindsay lea prez vana n jerzie

  23. Linda & John Stone says:

    Denise and Brian, although you don’t know us, we are friends/classmates of your Aunt Lois. I (Linda) have known your Mom for a long time. We are very sorry for your loss. May your memories bring you comfort during this very difficult time.

  24. Chuck and Barb (Larson) Dehmlow says:

    To Carols family and friends you have my deepest sympathy. I first met Carol when I worked at VPLC. She always had a smile on her face and a kind word. She will be missed by many. Barb Dehmlow

  25. Sue Anderson says:

    Denise, so sorry for your loss. My sympathy to your family. I always enjoyed talking with Carol when I ran into her at the Post Office. She was a wonderful lady and will be missed. You are all in my thoughts.

  26. Monica arndt says:

    Our deepest sympathy. I loved your mom from the first day I met her at villa pines. God bless you for taking care of her.

  27. Joyce Moore says:

    Love and prayers for all of the family,Denise and Brian. Also for her oldest dearest friend DeAnn Davis. She will be missed by many

  28. Kathy Morley says:

    I’m so very sorry for your lost! God Bless your family!

  29. Peggy and Buck Sleeman says:

    So sorry for your families loss. RIP Carol.

  30. Cheryl Wolf says:

    So sorry for your loss .

  31. Mary Lee and Gordon Klaus says:

    To Carol’s Family……Prayers and condolences to all of you. Carol will be missed by all who knew her. She was my boss at the first real job I had at the root beer stand in Adams (now Country Skillet). I learned many important life lessons from her and I am very thankful to her. Just remember the good times…..

  32. Linda Weiher says:

    Lois, Lyn, Brian, and Denise, I am so sorry for the loss of your sister and mother. May your many memories fill the void and she’ll remain with you forever.
    Linda Hamilton Weiher (cousin)

  33. Sandy Fusaro Renner says:

    So sorry for your loss.

  34. Don and Karen Rathke Hartwig says:

    Deepest Sympathy to the family

  35. Ronald and Myrna Klaus. says:

    So sorry to hear of Carol’s passing. I worked for her in drive in and cleaners. We had fun. She was a nice lady.

  36. Bev Ward says:

    Sorry to hear of Carol’s passing. My Sympathy to the family – remember all the good times.

  37. Coral Klein Smith says:

    So sorry Lyn and all the family. Carol always had that ready smile..for as long as I knew her, from a kid, to working at Villa Pines years ago. My mom especially, always mentioned her in a few fun fun stories. She will be fondly remembered.

  38. Catherine Fell says:

    Our deepest sympathy to the Family! Carol was a wonderful lady. We will definitely keep her in our hearts. She was the best friend! May God hold you in the palm of his hand n comfort you!

  39. Jodi Helgeson and Jim Grabarski says:

    Our sympathy to the family.

  40. Charles & Dawn Page says:

    Our Thoughts and Prayers go out to all who have been blessed to have this wonderful lady in their lives. Denise & Family, please let us know if there is anything that you may need during this time of need. May God Bless you and Keep you in this time of sorrow.

  41. Tammy Exner says:

    Denise, sorry for your loss. Cherish your memories, she will always be forever in your heart.

  42. Kim Peterson says:

    She was always such a happy person and fun to be around. So sorry for your families loss!

  43. Susan Moran says:

    Denise and Brian, so sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom.
    RIP, Carol.

  44. Lou Ann Schmitz says:

    So sorry for the loss of your sister…remember all the good times.

  45. Judy Alderman says:

    So sorry for your families loss

  46. Lori & Mike Banovec says:

    Will miss you Aunt Carol… You will forever be in our hearts & will remember you fondly every time I make BBQ and “fingerlings”!!! And Mike says he’ll miss your rhubarb pie! RIP my dear! Denise & Brian, Mom & Aunt Lois, so sorry for the loss of your mother and sister! Love you all!❤️

  47. Shawna Gruber says:

    So sorry for your loss

  48. Curt and Michelle Pollex says:

    Sorry for your family’s loss. God comfort your hearts and mind. Peace be with y’all~

  49. Sara Ricci says:

    Deepest Sympathy to the family .
    Sara Ricci

  50. Melody McFarlane says:

    So sad to hear this…she was always happy to see me and I to see her. Condolences to Lyn and the family.

  51. Valerie Mecklenurg-Holland says:

    Prayers to her family. Blessings