William Atkins Carpenter

William A. Carpenter, 88 years old, passed away Sunday, June 21, 2020 leaving behind his wife Helen, after 70 years of marriage; two daughters, Ginger Louke (Tommy), and Ann Summerford (Kenneth); three grandchildren, Jeffrey Louke (Meredith), Christine Abbott (Mark), and Scott Summerford (Rebecca). He also leaves behind four great-grandchildren, Wyatt Louke, Morgan Louke, Mark W. Abbott Jr., and Katelyn Abbott. William spent 20 years in the US Air Force for the country he loved. He also will rest in peace beside his loyal chocolate Labrador Blue Bear. Services will be held at Nelsen Funeral Home, 3785 Strawberry Plains Rd., Williamsburg on Monday, June 29 at 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Wounded Warrior Project, PO BOX 758516, Topeka, KS 66675 or Heritage Humane Society, 430 Waller Mill Rd., Williamsburg, VA 23185. Online condolences may be shared at www.nelsenwilliamsburg.com.