Paul Carpenter

Paul Carpenter, 82, of Shawnee, Oklahoma passed away Wednesday, April 17, 2024 in Tecumseh, Oklahoma.

He was born April 13, 1942 to Ross Carpenter, Sr. and Nedith Marie (Gibson) Carpenter in White Oak, Oklahoma.

Paul grew up around the White Oak area.  He attended Chilocco Indian School in Ponca City, Oklahoma where he graduated high school. 

After high school Paul proudly served his country for seven years in the Army National Guard.

Paul worked at Ball Pipe & Supply as a welder.

He was a proud member of the Cherokee Nation Tribe.  Paul loved his Sooner Football and softball.  

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Ross Carpenter, Jr., Anthony Carpenter, Johnny Carpenter and Ronnie Carpenter; grandson, Jeffery Lee Frye; and nephew, Brian Carpenter.

Survivors include his daughters, Cynthia Carpenter of Shawnee, OK and Jackie Denny Carpenter of Shawnee, OK and Laverne Carpenter-Stone of Tulsa, OK; granddaughter, Whitney Carpenter; grandson, Aaron Tiger; great-grandchildren, Gracie, Kort Lynn, Maelynn, Zachariah and Lillie; brother, Meredith Carpenter; and other extended family and friends.

Graveside Service will be 1:00 p.m., Monday, April 22, 2024 at Lewis Shawnee Cemetery, Chelsea, Oklahoma officiating under the direction of Cooper Funeral Home of Tecumseh.