Obituary of M. Laverne Carpenter

M. Laverne Carpenter, 81, of Manheim, PA, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday morning, October 8, 2015, with her children by her side. Born in Foster Falls, VA, she was the daughter of the late Virgil K. and Opal Gallimore Ogle. She was the wife of Carl E. "Gene" Carpenter, Sr, for 53 years prior to his passing in 2008. Laverne was an active member of Conestoga Valley Church of Christ in Lancaster where she cooked for many church events and provided child care for young families. She was a graduate of Manheim High School. Prior to retiring, she was employed by Armstrong World Industries for 10 years. In addition to reading and sewing, she enjoyed helping her family with household chores and doing kind things for others. Laverne's greatest joy came from spending time with her children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren, especially these last few days, and having them all together as she hosted holiday gatherings in her home. She is survived by three children, Dawn L., wife of Edwin F. Motter, of Stevens, Beth A., wife of Bradley B. Ulrich, of Ephrata, and Carl E., husband of Davonna J. Miller Carpenter, of Manheim; seven grandchildren, Jason, Justin, Jeremy, Zachary, Chelsea, Joshua, Madalyne; 11 great grandchildren; and three siblings, Joy Shaffer of Manheim, Thelma Haddad of Lititz, and Dale Ogle of Lancaster. Additionally, she was preceded in death by a brother, V. Kermit Ogle. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Sunday afternoon at 5:00 PM at Conestoga Valley Church of Christ, 2045 Horseshoe Road, Lancaster, PA 17602 with her son, Carl E. Carpenter, officiating. Private interment will be in Penryn Cemetery. There will be no public viewing. The family will receive guests during a time of refreshments at the church immediately following the service. Please omit flowers. If desired, contributions may be made to Conestoga Valley Church of Christ earmarked for Celebrate Recovery. To express a condolence with the family or for additional information, visit www.spencefuneralservices.com.