Roland L. Carpenter, 90, Ada, MN, passed away on Friday, April 29, 2022 at Benedictine Care Community in Ada under the care of hospice.

Roland Laverne Carpenter was born on October 6, 1931 in Fargo, ND to Andrew and Inga (Nelson) Carpenter of Moorhead, MN. He attended grade school in Moorhead and graduated from Moorhead High School. Roland attended Moorhead State University before joining the United States Air Force, serving as a Radar Operator from 1951-1955.

He was married to Betty Hoffman of Iona, MN on November 28, 1953. He attended NDSU until joining the US Postal Service. He was appointed Postmaster in Ada in 1974, retiring in 1989. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, Knights of Columbus, Lions, American Legion, and served on many boards in the community. He always expected the best of people.

Roland and Betty enjoyed time spent at their lake cabin on Trowbridge Lake, Vergas, MN. Roland enjoyed woodworking, and carving many Santa figures and walking sticks for family and friends.

Roland is survived by his wife of 69 years, Betty; children, Randall (Jaette), Minneapolis, MN, Stephen (Susan), Grand Forks, ND, and Mary of Omaha, NE; grandchildren, Meta (Ben) Rudolf, Siri Carpenter, and Andrew (Charlotte) Carpenter; great-grandchildren, Haven, June, Emma, and Iorek; sisters, Delores (Lynn) Olson, and Marlys (Duane) Carpenter; and many nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Andrew and Inga; brothers, Charles, Donald, and Floyd; and sister, Lorraine.

At Roland's request, no formal funeral will be held. A private family graveside service and interment will take place at Riverside Cemetery, Moorhead, MN.

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