Allen Karpinsky

Allen Robert Karpinsky Jr, age 64 of Leland, NC passed away Tuesday October 2, 2018, at Lower Cape Fear Hospice with his family by his side. Mr. Karpinsky was born in Wilmington, NC on November 24, 1954. He was the son of the late Allen and Peggy Karpinsky.

Survivors are daughter Jennifer Coppersmith and fiancé TJ Tabor of Leland, NC along with son Allen Robert Karpinsky III and fiancé Crystal Holliday of Wilmington, NC. Also left to share his memories are his two grandchildren Kaitlyn Coppersmith and Ronald Coppersmith III. Surviving sisters Diane Kennedy and husband Richard of Apex, NC along with Vicky Simmons and husband Greg of Leland, NC. He will also be remembered and missed by his nieces and nephew, Alise Walker, Kristy Smith, Keith Karpinsky and his great nephews Tanner Blue, Jaylon Karpinsky and Jace Karpinsky

He was also known to many of us as Bimbo, with a smile that was so infectious that it would light up a room along with his laugh. He was employed by Coating & Adhesives Corporation of Leland and also worked many years with GLF Construction of Wilmington. He had a love for all types of racing including go-carts and attending many Nascar races. He was the most avid Duke fan of all time with a passion for sitting around telling old stories and his great memories. He leaves behind many good friends old and new along with his grand-dog, Molly.

A memorial service will be held at Coble Ward-Smith Funeral & Cremation Service 3915 Oleander Drive in Wilmington on Saturday October 6, 2018 with visitation from 1-2 PM and following with the memorial service at 2PM

The family would like to also give a special thanks to the Staff of Lower Cape Fear Hospice.

After the service, the family will receive friends and loved ones at the home of Jimmy and Kristy Smith, 8213 Lantana Lane, Wilmington, NC 28411.