Burt W. Carpenter

Birth date: Aug 20, 1927 Death date: Aug 26, 2016

Burt W. Carpenter, age 89, passed away quietly on August 26, 2016. Burt was born on August 20, 1927 in Rock Springs, WY to Charles and Helen Carpenter. He was a Korean War Veteran, then worked for Pierce County Public Works. After Read Obituary

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Pamela Wise

478w ago

I am so sorry to learn of Burt's passing. I met him through his son, David, over 15 years ago. Burt's daughter, Dyanna, and her late husband, Robert, graciously had numerous barbecues at their home in Graham, WA. It was there that snowbirds Burt and his wife, Marian, welcomed me with open arms to enjoy the company of their family and share in their victuals much of which came from Burt's garden. I remember him as a man of grace and kindness that never deliberately hurt anyone. As a birthday gift for me, he made a wooden plate in his woodshop which I still proudly have on display in my home. Please accept my condolences in the loss of this dear man. May God's presence be with you during this time and ever after.

Krista Sheehy

479w ago

I am so sorry to hear of Burt's passing. He was a wonderful man and I have really missed him since he left Pierce Transit. He was always supportive and helpful. RIP Burt.

Krista Sheehy

Mark And Debbie Johnson

479w ago

in honor of Burt.

Our hearts go out to Marion and the family. It is always difficult to lose a loved one. Burt was a special man. Debbie and I appreciated him when he was a supervisor at Pierce Transit. He always had a smile, kind words and was easy to talk to. he will be missed.

Mark and Debbie Johnson

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Cherie Durham

479w ago

Not only did Burt and My Dad watch over us here on earth, I can feel them watching over us from above. I love and miss you both but can only imagine the catching up you two are sharing.
I send a special prayer to the Carpenter family during this difficult time. Marion thank you for being by his side and showing us how to take care of, enjoy, and be in love.
Cherie

Richard Z. Mace

479w ago

I am Richard Mace, and I would like to say how sorry I am that Burt has passed away. I remember him as a very kind and friendly man at P.T. I can't say I knew him as a bus supervisor, but I do remember him as a dispatcher. One day in particular though, he called me at home and was wondering why I wasn't at work yet. I told him I wasn't supposed to be there for about another hour. He said to me that I am supposed to be at P.T. in 20 minutes; I responded, I was on my way. I wasn't even in uniform yet. When I got to work he had my bus at the gate from headquarters to the bus yard already warmed up and running. I don't know if I ever came close to the late board or not. I believe he may have also saved a few other drivers by helping them out.
May God Bless his memory
Richard Z. Mace
9-1-16

Scott Evanger

479w ago

in honor of Burt.

My heart is saddened the world has lost a wonderful man.Was privileged to have been trained by Burt when I started Pierce Transit in 1979. Also remember the time closest to retirement because he said "My wife and I are buying a custom made motor home, sell everything and see the world."
Our prayers are with the family,

Respectfully,

Scott E and Barbara Evanger

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