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Mary Anne Carpenter
05/18/1944 — 03/21/2015
From Richland, WA | Born in LaGrande, OR
Mary Anne Carpenter
Mary Anne Townsend Carpenter
Passed away March 21, 2015 at her home in Richland, WA. She was born in La Grande, OR on May 18, 1944 to William E. and Ina F. (Scott) Townsend.
Mary Anne graduated from Elgin High School in 1962 as Class Salutatorian. She then attended Boise State University, receiving her degree in business.
Mary Anne married Woodrow “Buddy” Carpenter on September 7, 1971. She spent thirty years managing and performing in her husband’s band, Country Gold, while living in West Linn, OR. Mary Anne and Buddy lived in West Linn for 36 years before retiring in 2007 and moving to Richland, WA.
She was a member of the Church of Christ and enjoyed golf, bowling, shopping and fishing. She also loved spending time with her dog, Maggie.
Mary Anne is survived by her loving husband of 43 years, Buddy Carpenter of Richland, WA; sister, Nellie Taylor of Elgin, OR and brothers, Don (Mary Lynn) of Elgin, OR and Ronnie (Rhonda) Townsend of The Dalles, OR. She was preceded in death by her father, mother and brothers, David and Robert.
Memorial donations may be made to Doernbecher Children’s Hospital, 1121 S.W. Salmon Street, Suite 100, Portland, OR 97205. As to Mary Anne’s request, no services will be held. Express your thoughts and memories on our online Guestbook at www.einansatsunset.com
I was so blessed to have MaryAnne in my life. MaryAnne was a unique and special lady who loved life and was so giving and friendly to all, a one of kind. I will so miss her smile and laughter and all the fun and joy she shared with me. My husband, Tucker, did not know MaryAnne well but was so charmed by her outgoing personality as were so many. Buddy, our thoughts and sympathy go out to you at this difficult time. I hope and pray that you will find comfort and rest in all the wonderful memmories that you two shared. Love Chris
Please accept my sincere condolences to the family. May the God of all comfort give you the comfort you need to endure this difficult time and the days ahead (2 Corinthians 1:3,4)
Buddy, my thoughts and prayers are with you. It was such a jolt to see Mary Anne’s obituary in the Oregonian. Mary Anne’s wonderful smile and big genuine laugh will not be forgotten. Such a joyful person. I’m so sorry for your loss.
My best to you,
♪ Melody
We’re so sorry about the passing of Mary Anne. We will remember all the good times we had dancing to the wonderful music of “Country Gold”. She was always so nice with a generous heart.
We have so many pleasant memories and pictures of the great music and dancing.
I am so sad at her passing. I always looked forward to both of them coming to Beaverton Elks lodge to play. Country Gold was one of my favorite bands. My thoughts and prayers are with Buddy and the rest of their family. Rest in peace Mary Ann.
you will be remembered
Loved Maryanne a lot.
What a nice friend to have.
So sorry!
As a cousin of Buddy, I am so sorry that I never did meet Mary Anne. I am so thankful that she and Buddy had so many years of marriage and working together. She appears to be a remarkable person both in this life and on the other side.
Mary Anne was the most cheerful, smiling, friendly, persons to grace the Horn Rapids community. My the good Lord be as kind to her as she was to the rest of us.
My thoughts and prayers are with you Buddy & my heartelt sympathy . Mary Anne was a truly beautiful woman and touched my heart in more ways than I can say. We had a one of a kind special friendship and I will always love her & carry her in my heart. She meant the world to me and I will always treasure her sweet smiling face . I am very honored to have gotten to share a part of her life . Her smile and laughter was contagious and there was always a guarantee of a good time when she was around. I wish you peace and comfort during this difficult time Buddy . Love , Kathi
Mary Anne was one of the sweetest, most thoughtful person I have had the privilege of knowing. She will be missed by many!!!
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Mary Anne Carpenter