Kenneth L. Carpenter

Kenneth Carpenter, 22 of Westernport was killed in action at Cisterna Di Littoria, Italy on May 23, 1944. Pfc. Kenneth Carpenter’s earthy body arrived home to Westernport on August 14, 2026.

Born February 4, 1922, he was the son of the late George and Nellie (VanPelt) Carpenter. At the time of his death, he was survived by his siblings, Kathleen “Toots”, Charles, William “Bill”, Lawrence “Cap”, Richard “Dick”, Ronald “Bud”, and Delores “Dot”, whom have since passed away.

Kenneth is survived by many nieces, nephews and extended family.

Kenneth’s family invites the community to an open house at the Boal Funeral Home, Westernport on Thursday, October 22nd from10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Visitors are welcome to stop in and learn about Kenneth’s journey from his hometown of Westernport to Italy during World War II, and his long-awaited return home.

On October 22nd at 6:00 p.m. the Frostburg State University Chorale will honor Kenneth with a selection of patriotic songs, followed by a brief presentation by Kenneth’s family who will be sharing the story of Kenneth’s service during World War II and the journey that ultimately brought him home.

On Friday, October 23rd at 11:00 a.m. Pfc. Kenneth Carpenter will be laid to rest with full military honors at the Maryland Veteran’s Cemetery at Rocky Gap, Flintstone. The funeral procession will leave the funeral home at 10:00 a.m. and go along Route 135 and Route 220 to the cemetery.