Garey Carpenter

Richard Garrett “Garey” Carpenter, most recently of Big Elm Retirement Center in Kannapolis, but for most of his life a resident of Concord, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 1, 2023.

Garey was born on September 17, 1957 at Cabarrus Memorial Hospital in Concord. He was the son of Grady Sherdale Carpenter and Isolee Goode Carpenter, both deceased. Also preceding Garey in death was a sister Isolee Gile Carpenter Ellis. Garey is survived by brothers Grady S. “Dale” Carpenter, Jr. (wife Kathy), Jeffery “Jeff” Crawford Carpenter (wife Kelley) and nephews and nieces Tripp, Becca, Casie and Jeffery.

Garey grew up as a member of First Presbyterian Church in Concord and later became a member of First Baptist Church in Concord. His faith was most important to him!

Garey was a graduate of Concord Senior High, attended Duke University (a family tradition) and later graduated at UNC – Charlotte.

Throughout his life he enjoyed playing golf and other sports. He particularly enjoyed the many friendships he made through playing golf and was well known to many.

The family would like to thank Jackie, Raven and all the staff of Big Elm Retirement Center. They were compassionate and most understanding of Garey’s needs.

A memorial service is scheduled for 11 AM Tuesday at Wilkinson Funeral Home Chapel officiated by Rev. Aaron Edwards. The family will receive friends beginning at 10 AM prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to First Baptist Church, PO Box 643, Concord, NC 28026 or to Cooperative Christian Ministry, 246 Country Club Dr NE, Concord, NC 28025.