Wanda R. Carpenter, 85, of Poseyville, IN passed away April 28, 2018.

She was born in Princeton, IN July 14, 1932 to the late Eddie and Flora (White) Hays.

Wanda graduated from Owensville High School in 1950. She worked as a LPN and Homemaker for several years. Wanda was a member of the Owensville Christian Church plus attend the Poseyville Christian Church. 

Including her parents Wanda was preceded in death by her husband of 41 years Robert L. Carpenter (who passed away 8 Oct1993); brothers, Willard, James, and Haven; sisters, Irene Dyson, Martha Taylor, Edna Hays, and Fannie Hix

She is survived by her sons, Gary (Diana) Carpenter and Larry Carpenter (Donna Schmitt); grandchildren Patrick (Denise) Carpenter and Angela (Danny) Hyatt; great grandchildren Selena, Alexus, Colton, and Dylan Carpenter, Austin and Katelyn Hyatt; sister Deloris Hill of Sugarland, Texas. 

The family would like to thank West River Health Campus caregivers Mark K., Janet J., Sarah P., Megan W., Stephen S., and Tricia M. for their compassionate care and the staff of Kindred Hospice. 


Holder’s Funeral Home is honored and privileged to be entrusted with the care of Mrs. Carpenter. Private family services were held Thursday, May 3, 2018. Burial was held at Owensville Cemetery.