Richard Duane Carpenter Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Richard Duane Carpenter (Austin, Texas), born in Oakland, California, who passed away on May 5, 2026, at the age of 84, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
As Richard departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Richard may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Richard leaves behind.
He was predeceased by: his parents, John Carpenter and Evelyn Carpenter. He is survived by: his wife Carol Carpenter; and his daughters, Kari Carpenter and Kelli Rhodes. He is also survived by brother Skip Carpenter, nephews, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
