Jerry Carpenter

Jerry Dean Carpenter, age 65, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family on September 25, 2021. Jerry was born October 24, 1955, to Cecil and Dorothy Carpenter. Jerry grew up in Waco with his parents and his brother, Tim Carpenter who he remained close with his entire life.
At a young age Jerry fell in love with restoring and driving antique cars. Jerry met Nancy Bryant, on a blind date, in April of 1984 and they married three months later. Jerry loved spending time with his children, going on cruises with Nancy and being a member and director of the H.O.T. Old Car Club. Jerry worked for Mars for over twenty-five years and later went into business with his brother and son. Jerry will be remembered as a loving husband, father and a fun “Poppa Bear” to his three grandchildren.
Left to celebrate his memory are his wife of 37 years, Nancy Carpenter; son, Scott Bryant and wife Jill; daughter Susan Zillmann and husband Ben; brother Tim Carpenter and wife Janet; grandchildren Hollyn Bryant, Anderson Bryant, and Bergen Zillmann; nephew Andrew Carpenter and family; extended family and many dear friends.
A visitation will be held Wednesday, September 29, from 5:00-7:00 pm at Pecan Grove Funeral Home. Graveside services are scheduled for Thursday, September 30, at 1:00 pm at Waco Memorial Park Cemetery.