Charlie Carpenter, Jr.

Charlie Isaac Carpenter, Jr., 80, of Sanford, passed away on Tuesday, February 24, 2026 at his home. A Celebration of Life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at Turner’s Chapel Church, where he was a member, with Pastor Patrick Neal and Pastor Steve Johnson presiding. The family will receive friends in the fellowship hall following the service.

Charlie was born in Lee County on July 28, 1945 to Charlie Isaac Carpenter, Sr. and Elsie Douglas Carpenter. He was a lifelong master mechanic, specializing in auto racing. Charlie was known for his honesty and integrity in business. He enjoyed his horses and fishing. He adored and cherished each moment with his family.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his grandson, Tucker.

Charlie is survived by his wife of 60 years, Bettie Sineath Carpenter; daughter, Robin C. Gatten (Loren), of Sanford; sons, Glenn Keith Carpenter (JoAnn), of Sanford; Frank Chance Carpenter (Meagan), of Sanford; sisters, Elizabeth Kelly, of Sanford and Lynda Donovan (Billy), of Sanford; ten grandchildren; twelve great-grandchildren and a host of family and friends.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Turner’s Chapel Cemetery Fund, 1344 Colon Rd., Sanford, NC 27330.

Condolences may be offered online at www.joycebradychapel.com.

Joyce-Brady Chapel is honored to serve the Carpenter family.