I was friends with Debbie ((Carp!!)) in the 70s when my parents and I lived across the street from the Carpenters on Kendall Dr in Papillion.
Although I have a lot of memories from that time, the one that I remember most was, one night I was playing a board game with them and my mom called, very upset that I was late coming home (even though we lived across the street and she knew where I was!?) and Mrs Carpenter looked at me so sympathetically after trying to convince my mom it wasn't the huge deal my mom acted like it was, and said "I'm so sorry, dear, but I guess your mom wants you home now"
The whole family was very kind to me and I hope Deb and Todd are having wonderful lives ❤️❤️
Love, Ginnie (Hayford) TerLouw

Jean was a dear neighbor and friend. Her assuring presence, generosity, and humor will be sorely missed.

My big sister, just informed me you passed away. 

You were my favorite customer. My 11 o clock lunch. Number ten sometime a diet Pepsi and on occasion a 23 or sometimes you say surprise me. You were th only person I would ever save a table for. I may not be at the restaurant anymore, but they and I will miss you incredibly. 

A heart that big…the world will miss you! 

Love your friend from Mings,

Joshua Joseph

Jean was one of our favorite regulars at Ming's Restaurant for years.  We always looked forward to seeing her each week.  She had an energy about her that could make anyone smile.  It was contagious.  She would chat with us for a couple of minutes before sitting down at her favorite table in the corner (she would playfully scold us if her table was taken by somebody else.) She was such a thoughtful person--always bringing us yummy treats.  She always made sure to ask us about our families and what was going on in our lives.  We will miss her--her spunk, her feistiness, her laugh. Love you, Jean!

Jean was one of the greatest customers! There was never a time that she came in and there wasn't a dull time! She always cheered everyone up and so kind to everyone! She will be so missed by everyone! We will miss her alot! We will her kindness and everything about her! Thoughts and prayers are with her family and her! Miss you and rest in peace,

My condolences and prayers to Jean's family. She was a super person and neighbor for over 30 years.  A very outgoing independent person with a personality and laugh that will stay with me forever. My two daughters knew her as Grandma Jean across the street and still ask about her everytime they come to visit. She will be sadly missed by all.
  
Ann Kinder and family
Ann Kinder and family

Jean was one of our banks favorite customers, she always came in weekly and stayed and chatted with each and every one of us in the lobby. She shared many stories of her past and always talked about her neighbors, friends, and husband. Her smile and cheery self will definately be missed here, however I know she will still be walking around here watching us all. I have never seen someone so carefree and kind to others, always paying for others lunches and just wanting to make everyone else happy before herself. Jean you were someone everyone looked up to, and I hope you have an amazing time up in heaven with your husband! Miss you and Rest in Peace.

Jean, will be missed by her many friends at Burger King. It won't be the same on Tuesdays and Fridays, without her joining me at my table, and updating me about her week, before sitting at her favorite table, by the windows, and waiting for her lady friends.

Jean was our neighbor for over 20 years.  She had the spunk and moxie of someone half her age.  She was full of vim and vigor and was never shy about expressing her opinion !   We enjoyed many a lively conversation.  She was the first neighbor at our door with a plate of chicken when times were tough but would reluctantly accept any help we would offer when she was in need - which wasn't often.  She was fiercely independent!  She made many a summer day all the more enjoyable for my kids with an ice cream bar and was always interested in what they were up to.  

She recently told me that she was not afraid to die.  That she was ready to be with her husband.  "I'm enjoying every day" she told me as she stood in her backyard.  "but I'm alright with going" she said with that smile that I will always remember.

Our prayers are with her family.  She will be missed by many.

OBITUARY

Jean Carpenter

29 January, 1930 – 22 August, 2012

Kahler-Dolce Mortuary

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