James Ernest Carpenter Obituary
The memory of James Ernest Carpenter of Vancouver, Washington, born in Akron, Ohio, who passed away on October 13, 2025 at the age of 73, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the quiet moments of reflection, amidst the gentle rustle of leaves and the whispered song of the stars, we shall carry James Ernest's memory with us, a guiding light illuminating the path ahead. May James Ernest's journey be filled with peace and serenity, and may he find rest in the embrace of eternity.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Edwin Carpenter and Lois Carpenter Huey (Blythe); his wife Ardith Kay DePelsMaeker; and his granddaughter Lilith Baughman. He is survived by: his children, Lisa K. Beam of Grand Rapids, MI, Amy Carpenter of Vancouver, WA, Andrea Carpenter (William Stovall) of Columbus, IN, Bradley J. Beam (Maike) of Noblesville, IN, Steven J. Beam (Melanie) of Columbia and Shannon D. Beam (Christina) of Greensburg, IN; and his siblings, Joanne Corrigan of Northfork, VA, Shirley Ballantyne of Sunberry, OH and Larry Carpenter (Sandra) of Pataskala, OH. He is also survived by 13 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.
