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Dorothy Carpenter Obituary

Carpenter, Dorothy A. "Dot" 9BC30090 age 92, longtime resident of Park Ridge, passed away September 10th in her home. Beloved wife of the late Alfred Barrett Carpenter Sr., to whom she was married for 54 years. She is survived by 57 offspring including her loving children, Bea (Duane Barnes) Young, Alfred Barrett Jr. (Ann), Dotti Ellis, Richard (Kim), Barbara (Matthew) Rezmer and Jack (Lynne), devoted grandmother of Charles Young, Elizabeth Dusik, Theresa Ellis Tillinghast, Laura Ellis, Kathleen Ellis Negrete, Debbie Grant, Richard and Jay Carpenter, Rachel and Michelle Carpenter, Stephen and Chris Rezmer, Eva Lyon, Gina Ward, Patricia Harris, Richard, Barrett, Melinda, Jaclynne, Mary and Dorothy Carpenter, dearest great- grandmother of 30, fond sister of John Buzby. Memorial Service Saturday, September 14, 3 p.m. at St. Mary's Episcopal Church, 306 S. Prospect Ave., Park Ridge. Family members will receive friends in the church library from 2 p.m. until time of service. Please omit flowers. Memorials to St. Mary's Episcopal Church or the charity or your choice appreciated. Arrangements by Ryan-Parke Funeral Home, 847-823-1171 www.ryan-parke.com Visit Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Sep. 13 to Sep. 14, 2002.
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Dotti, my deepest sympathy to you and your family. I was saddened to hear of your Mother's passing when Terri let me know. You will have many wonderful memories to hold in your hearts.

Robin Clark

September 16, 2002

Bea & Duane,

Please count Donna and me among the friends to surround you at this time.

Ben & Donna Williams

September 14, 2002

To Bea and DuBois,

You and all of the Carpenter family

are in our thoughts and prayers.

We love you both,

Tena, Bennett(Stacey and Kennedy),

and Miss Kitt.

M. Tena Williams

September 13, 2002

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.



Deanna, Brooks & Lance Rezmer

Deanna Rezmer

September 13, 2002

Offering our deepest sympathies during this time.

The Staff of Ryan-Parke Funeral Home

September 13, 2002

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