Tuesday, March 30, 2021 at 12:00 a.m.
Carpenter, Doreen
It is with broken hearts we announce the loss of our mother, grandmother, and best friend, DOREEN CARPENTER of Lethbridge. Doreen passed away at Legacy Lodge, on Friday, March 26, 2021 at the age of 90 years. She was the forever love of the late Johnny Carpenter.
It is with broken hearts we announce the loss of our mother, grandmother, and best friend, DOREEN CARPENTER of Lethbridge. Doreen passed away at Legacy Lodge, on Friday, March 26, 2021 at the age of 90 years. She was the forever love of the late Johnny Carpenter.
Doreen and Johnny met when they were 17 years old, and married three years later. Together, they raised one daughter Lynda (Jim) Selman, and four "North Side" boys: Buzz (Wendy), David, Russell (Michele) and John (Pat).
She was such a proud grandmother of 13, and great-grandmother of 12. Each one of them knew when she came to visit, that there would be kisses and a hug that was just a little too tight. She loved them all so very much. She is also survived by one sister, Connie Jones, as well as numerous brother and sisters-in-law, cousins, nieces and nephews.
Doreen was predeceased by her parents, Mathew and Mary Bolokoski, one grandson Dana Carpenter, as well as five siblings: Trudy, Doris, Lawrence, Roy and Audrey.
Doreen was a fierce protector of her children and grandchildren. Although she was our lone parent for the past 48 years, we never felt deprived of love. We all respected Mom, not only because we loved her, but because she demanded it of us. She lovingly was given the name "the little general".
How Mom could make a gourmet meal out of next to nothing was amazing. Wow, could that woman cook, and cook she did. Three meals a day, even when she lived alone.
The achievement Mom was most proud of was her librarian certificate. With this, she was able to set up the New Picture Butte Library. Being the head librarian, she organized many activities including her favorite, the Art Shows. Mom often commented how she loved every moment of working there. After her retirement, she volunteered for the Lakeview School lunch program, and made many good friends there.
We wish to thank the staff of Legacy Lodge for all the loving care given to Mom during her stay.
Due to Covid restrictions, a private family service will be held.
In lieu of flowers, please give someone you love a hug, that might be, "just a little too tight."
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I miss you so much Momma......I miss you so much....
Too sad to read of your Moms' passing recently. Our most sincere condolences to all of the families left to mourn her. We had known her and your Dad for a number of years, and then of course got to raise our families in the same time frame. Lots of good memories there. We know that those memories will help you at this time of your lives. With affection---the Richards Clan (also Northside raised)
To all the Carpenter Families, My deepest condolences to all of you on the passing of your mom. She had to be a very special lady to put up with the parade of "Northsiders" she welcomed into your home. Betty (Sleightholm) Florence
Sorry to hear of Doreen's passing, We knew Doreen many years ago when we rented her house on the north side. We were there a year and had a good relationship with her.
To the Carpenter Family, so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom. Thinking of your Family and sending our deepest condolences.
Aunt Doreen Will alway's be in my thoughts and all the best to the family.
I'm so sorry about the death of your mom. She and my mom can have coffee in heaven and chat about the good old days.
Auntie Doreen has a huge heart. I love her and her big hugs. I really enjoyed visiting with her as she had a way of making you feel better. I am sorry for your loss, our prayers and our thoughts are with your family.
My thoughts and prayers are with your family.Your Mom was a special lady. Kathy Brooks
Carpenter family, Our deepest condolences on the loss of your mother.
So sorry to hear of your Moms passing. Our sincere deepest sympathy to all of you. Don, Nancy Moyer And Family xo
Sorry to hear about Doreen's passing.
She was a great Mother to all of us Brats of the North.
I have many wonderful memories of Doreen and John. She was a special person.
We wish to send condolences and love to the family of Doreen....I considered Doreen my second mom for a lot of years and will miss her dearly....love and hugs to you all.
Doreen will be remembered for her smiles and humor. The families will have many memories and stories to tell. Sending my love to all the families. Thinking of you and sorry for your loss. Gail Thompson
Sending heartfelt condolences to the Carpenter family at this difficult time. May her memory be eternal!
So sorry to hear about your mom. Sending my thoughts & prayers to all of you