Ralph Carpenter

Ralph Edward Carpenter passed away on February 15, 2026, at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center in Waco.

Ralph was born on June 29, 1956, in Waco, Texas, to Frank Carpenter and Rose Blackwell Carpenter. A lifelong member of the Waco community, he graduated from University High School in 1975. He dedicated his professional life to serving others through his work as an office manager at Ascension Providence Hospital, where he faithfully served for 35 years.

Ralph was a man of faith and was a member of both Emanuel Baptist Church and Downsville Baptist Church. 

He was preceded in death by his parents. 

He is lovingly survived by his brother, Jimmie Carpenter and wife Nancy. Special friends, Cecil and Kathy Perry.

The family extends a special thank you to the doctors, nurses, and staff of Baylor Scott & White’s ICU and trauma care teams for their compassionate care and support.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a church or charity of your choice in Ralph’s memory.