Qualeen Joan Carpenter, age 88, of Gladstone, passed away Sunday afternoon, July 25, 2021, at Christian Park Health Care Facility, in Escanaba.
Qualeen was born on November 03, 1932, in Garden, the daughter of George Pepin and Ruth DuRoy. She was raised in Gladstone and was a 1951 graduate of Gladstone High School.
Following graduation, Qualeen enlisted in the United States Air Force where she served until her honorable discharge. Following her enlistment, Qualeen raised her family throughout the world before returning to Gladstone where she was employed as a foreman at Northern Michigan Veneers. Qualeen went on to own and operate C&C Market in Bark River until her retirement. She will be deeply missed.
Survivors include:
Sons: Vallar Carpenter, Kerry Carpenter,
Sister: Pam Holmes
Grandchildren: Karli Jenshak, Kristi Carpenter
Great Grandchildren: Adam, Kaden, Kyan, Kayda, Karter, Kenzi, Kyla, Kaileanna, Kymber, Ma’lik.
Daughter in law: Stephanie Carpenter
In addition to her parents, Ruth DuRoy and George Pepin, Qualeen was preceded in death by:
Son: Steve Carpenter
Daughter: Judell Carpenter
Sister: Darleen Pepin
Funeral services for Qualeen will be held at the convenience of her family.
The Skradski Family Funeral Homes of Delta County are assisting with arrangements.
Tammi Camps - Kaukauna, WI
I am so sorry for the loss of Qualeen, she was a great lady and i have many memories of her being our family neighbor. I remember her little saying she would say is, “Who dat say that last hew dat?” She was a loving mother to her children that i grew up with. She will be sadly missed and again my thoughts and prayers go out to her family.
Ann Christiansen - Gladstone, MI
So sorry to hear of Qualeen’s passing. She was one of a kind. She and Judell are tearing it up! Praying for you all.
Love,
Sue
Robin Godfrey Boudreau - Gladstone, Mi
My condolences to the family.
Mary Madden=Malnor - Rapid River, MI
Val so very sorry for your loss…blessings and condolences….Mary and Mark