Gene Carpenter

Earnest Gene Carpenter, age 69, of Elkhart, Texas, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones on Saturday, the 27th day of May 2023.  He was born on the 23rd day of March 1954 in Jacksonville, Texas to parents Cecil “Buddy” Carpenter and Thelma Stokes Carpenter.

Mr. Carpenter dedicated 35 years of his life to working at Parkland Hospital as a carpenter. His exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail were admired by his colleagues and appreciated by the countless patients and staff who benefited from his work.

Outside of work, Mr. Carpenter was an avid outdoorsman who loved hunting and fishing. He cherished the time spent in nature, whether it was sitting in a deer stand waiting for the perfect shot or casting a line into a tranquil lake. His love for the outdoors was infectious, and he often shared his passion with friends and family, whom he loved dearly.

Mr. Carpenter's love for working with his hands extended beyond his professional life. He was known for his ability to fix anything and was always willing to help others with their home improvement projects. Those who knew Mr. Carpenter will remember him for his loving nature, quick wit, and friendly demeanor. His laughter was contagious, and his sense of humor brought joy to all who were fortunate enough to know him.

As we say goodbye to Mr. Carpenter, we celebrate the life of a man who made a lasting impact on the lives of those around him. His legacy will live on through the countless lives he touched, the beautiful work he created, and the memories shared by all who knew him. May he rest in peace, surrounded by the beauty of the great outdoors he so dearly loved.

Mr. Carpenter is preceded in death by his parents Buddy and Thelma Carpenter; son, Travis Carpenter; and his two brothers, Lee Carpenter, and Donnie Carpenter.

He will be greatly missed by all who knew him, as he touched the lives of many with his warm heart and welcoming smile. Gene was a wonderful husband of 47 years, who loved his wife, his family, and was always supportive and always there for them. He leaves behind his wife, Lisa Carpenter; daughters, Ashley Guerra and husband Guillermo, of Mesquite, Texas, Courtney Pittenger and husband Brandon, of Wylie, Texas; sister, Jackie Bristow and husband Billy; brother, Ricky Carpenter and wife Pam; half-brothers, Earnest Carpenter and wife Debra, and Cecil Carpenter; sisters-in-law, Denise Saunders, and Carolyn Carpenter; grandchildren, Alyssa Gonzalez, Adysen Gonzalez, and Ellie Jean Pittenger. Also left to cherish the good memories are his numerous nieces, nephews, other family members and friends.  

A funeral service to celebrate Gene Carpenter’s life is to be conducted at one o’clock in the afternoon on Monday, the 5th day of June 2023 in the Rhone Memorial Chapel with Bro. Robert Palmer officiating the service.

Friends may gather and visit with the family from Noon until time of service on Monday at Rhone Funeral Home.

Those honored to serve as pallbearers are Brandon Saunders, Jeremy Saunders, Brandon Pittenger, Neal Wayne Mayo, Ricky Carpenter, and Guillermo Guerra.  Honorary pallbearers include his Parkland Hospital family.

Immediately following, all are invited to greet the family during a reception at Gene and Lisa’s home.

Services for Earnest Gene Carpenter are in care of Rhone Funeral Home, 3900 S. State Highway 19, Palestine, Texas. We invite you to take a moment to share fond memories and words of comfort and condolences with his family by selecting the "Share a Memory" icon below.

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