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Karen M. Carpenter

07/19/1959 - 08/19/2023

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Obituary For Karen M. Carpenter

Karen Marie Carpenter, 64, of Rapid City, SD, passed away on August 19, 2023 in Rapid City after battling cancer.

Karen was born in Wagner, SD to Kenneth and Olga (Haeuszer) Peterson on July 19, 1959. She went to school at Wagner, SD. She graduated from Wagner High School in 1977. She married Richard Carpenter on March 19, 1978 in Wagner, SD. They had two children Christopher and Chad. Throughout her life Karen worked in various roles. She enjoyed her career in the meat department the most. Her hobbies were planting flowers, watching NASCAR, playing cards, and spoiling her pets. Her most cherished time being spent with her grandchildren.

Karen is survived by Joe McDonald (life partner) of Rapid City, SD; children Chris Carpenter (Destiny Whittington), of Mitchell, SD, Chad (Jess) Carpenter, of Harrisburg, SD. Grandchildren Lily, Kendra, and Keenan Carpenter. Siblings Patricia Thompson of Yankton, SD; Kenneth (Deb) Peterson of Sturgis, SD. Karen is also survived by cousins, nieces, nephews, and great nieces, and great nephews. Karen is preceded in death by her parents, Kenneth and Olga Peterson; and father to Chris and Chad, Richard Carpenter.

The family of Karen Carpenter wish to extend our sincere thanks to all those who have impacted Karen’s life with memories, love, and friendship throughout the years.

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28 Aug

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Behrens Wilson Funeral Home Rapid City, SD 57701 Get Directions »
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  • 04/09/2024

    Saddened to hear of Karen's passing. Our prayers and thoughts are for the family. Wish we could share this time with you. However travel has become an activity no longer possible. - Posted by Floyd & Lois Haeuszer on August 23, 2023

  • 04/09/2024

    So very sorry to hear about Karen's passing. She will forever be my Janis Joplin! We became friends the moment we met having so many things in common. She's at peace and pain-free. I am certain my dad, Mr. Dave Staton greeted her with a cold one. While we miss you here on earth, we find peace you are no longer suffering. Thinking about Karen's family!!! Love you ALL!!!! Your friend, Tootsie - Posted by Tootsie on August 24, 2023

  • 04/09/2024

    So sorry to hear of Karen's passing. We went to school together and visited each other homes many times. - Posted by Sharon hyde on August 24, 2023

  • 04/09/2024

    My sympathy goes out to the family. You have all included me into your family for many, many years! Karen was a special friend in my life, it's hard to say goodbye. We had so many good times,made wonderful memories. So, I won't say goodbye, just see ya later. Tell everybody hi up there❤️ - Posted by Karen Petrik on August 26, 2023

  • 04/09/2024

    We are so very sorry for the loss of Karen. Our hearts go out to all of you. We have many wonderful memories that will be forever cherished. Kim, Cathy (Jussel), Kara & Sean Durham - Posted by Cathy Durham on August 28, 2023

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