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Rev. Kevin Lee Carpenter

04/16/1960 - 12/31/2023

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Obituary For Rev. Kevin Lee Carpenter

Rev. Kevin Lee Carpenter, 63, of White Sulphur Springs WV passed Sunday, December 31, 2023 in The Peyton Hospice House after a short battle with cancer.

Kevin was born on April 16, 1960 in New Haven CT. He attended Richard Lee High School, New Haven CT. He graduated from Liberty University with a degree in Christian ministry. He worked at The Greenbrier Resort as a server for 26 years. During this time, he had retail stores in W.S.S., Lewisburg, and Covington Va. Kevin was pastor at Mt. Zion Baptist Church and continued pastoring at Who So Ever Will Let Them Come Missionary Baptist Church until he passed.

Kevin was preceded in death by his parent’s mother, Evangelist Bertha Carpenter; father, Audrey Woodson; sister, Zona Carpenter; nephew, Dwayne Carpenter; maternal grandfather, Deacon Otis L. Carpenter; maternal grandmother, Pastor Irene M. Carpenter; uncles, Otis L. Carpenter, Harold Carpenter, Charles Carpenter, and Herman Carpenter and aunt, Ethel Council.

Kevin is survived by daughters, Charron Carpenter and Carla Baxter; grandkids, Makayla Hickman & Makell Hickman all of White Sulphur Springs, WV; aunt, Sherbdean Woodson Clark of Beckley, WV and a host of cousins, other relatives and friends.

Funeral service will be 12:00PM Saturday, January 13, 2024 at Rhema Christian Center 3584 Davis Stuart Rd Lewisburg with Rev. Greg E. Scott officiating. Burial will follow in Rosewood Cemetery, Lewisburg.

Friends, while wearing masks and observing social distancing, may view and visit with the family one-hour prior.

Email condolences to ritchiejohnsonfuneralparlor@gmail.com.

Arrangements entrusted to Ritchie & Johnson Funeral Parlor, Beckley.

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  • 01/16/2024

    To the Family of Rev. Kevin Carpenter, please accept my heartfelt condolences. There are no words that can bring you the comfort you need at this time, but I pray that you will find solace in the Lord. In the coming days and years, I pray that the precious memories of your loved one will sustain you. May God give you strength, comfort, and peace, With Love and Sympathy, Rev. Antonio S. Franklin, Sr.

  • 01/13/2024

    With great sadness, I send sympathies to all of the family. My connection with Kevin began with the grandchildren at the elementary school where I taught. I always received pleasantries and hugs when we'd reconnect. He was a hard worker, a good man. So sorry we had to lose his example of living. Prayers for the Family. Michelle (Mikki Rose) Dixon

  • 01/12/2024

    Kevin, We little knew that day that God was going to call your name, In life we loved you dearly, in death we do the same. It broke our hearts to lose you, you did not go alone, For part of us went with you, the day God called you home. You left us peaceful memories, your love is still our guide, And though we cannot see you, you are always at our side. Our family chain is broken, and nothing seems the same, But as God calls us one by one, the chain will link again. We enjoyed our special times together at Family Reunion, the fun and laughter that only you could provide. You will truly be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your daughters and all of the family.

  • 01/12/2024

    to the family of REV Kevin Carpenter this is your friend Clifford curry I want to send my heartfelt condolence wen i visit you in hospice house I knew Jesus and God was there i felt your peace with him a real hero and a man of God who rember the 23rd PS , he had a Shepherd whom took him though the valley of death he fear no evil for the lord was with him and anoint his head with oil and in John 14 Jesus was his way truth and life and in 2nd Timonthy 4: 6-9 he had ran his race and a crown of righteousness was for him as his faith was find he mad this man a MVP of heaven dress in white for his words of witness and faith shine upon the throne he is setting with Jesus and God so God sent a Golden chariot to pick him up bought this man back home to be with the father and he preach a word of truth life and grace and mercy and God said well done my faithful servant well done welcome home Clifford curry Certified Rural chaplain of the Rural chaplain Association of America and the world and certified Lay Minister of the WV Annual Conference of the united methodist church

  • 01/10/2024

  • 01/10/2024

    Kevin was a good friend of the family. He sometimes would be with us during holidays, family reunions and church events. He had a special connection with my youngest brother, Chub and always managed to ruffle his feathers. Lol!! They just really understood one another. Rest In Peace, Kevin.

  • 01/08/2024

    Precious and the sight of the Lord is the death of his saints may the Lord and give you peace that passes all understanding if you keep your heart in mind stayed upon him sleep understanding keep your heart and mind stayed up on him family wanted to let you know that we care First, Baptist, Church White, Sulphur Springs are Greg E Scott pastor the song often lead and sing Lord, help me to hold out

  • 01/08/2024

    My heart goes out to his daughters and family. I've know Kevin for most of my life. He was such a good person. Always talk to me no matter where he saw him. I'm going to miss our chats, I'm going to miss you Kevin. Fly high buddy.

  • 01/07/2024

    Kevin was my late husband's cousin (Nalley Family). We were friends for many. He fought a good fight and now rests with the Lord. My prayers and condolences to his Family ⚘️🕊❤️🙏

  • 01/03/2024

  • 01/03/2024

    To the family..Kevin was a longtime friend that I was fond of..we were so sorry to hear of his passing and send our prayers and condolences to the family

  • 01/02/2024

    A man after GOD'S OWN HEART ❤️ TAKE YOUR REST REV. CARPENTER! LOVE THE CARSON'S 😥💔

  • 01/02/2024

    God bless to Rev. Kevin Carpenter, he was a good Man of God and a good friend while we were at Mt. Zion together. God bless his family. Rev Steven J Lewis

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  • Celestial Love

    Lillian King sent Celestial Love for Rev. Kevin Lee Carpenter - 01/12/2024

    Bre, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. - Mack Brice & Your Dobbs Equipment Family

  • Beautiful Dreams

    Nathaniel Nalley sent Beautiful Dreams for Rev. Kevin Lee Carpenter - 01/10/2024

    Rev. Kevin Carpenter. Rest in peace brother. Nathaniel and Joann

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