On the evening of November 5, 2014, Kim passed away after a valiant battle with brain cancer. Kim was 44 years old. Even with her illness, the smile she was well known for still often graced her face.
Kim White was born in Bend, OR, on September 25, 1970. She was the first of two children to proud parents William and Carla Carpenter.
Kim spent her early years in Bend before moving to Grangeville, ID with her family. A studious girl, Kim graduated from Grangeville High School with honors. After high school, Kim went on to study with colleges in Idaho and Montana.
Kim married husband Dana White in 2000. She had three kids, Ashley Carpenter, Demetrius White, and Kenzie White. Kim spent her most recent years as a homemaker and it was by far her favorite job.
Kim loved the outdoors, especially camping, hunting, and fishing with family. She enjoyed picking wildflowers and taking family photos. Kim also loved to attend rodeos and holiday festivals. She got joy from traveling, including her trips to various national parks, the Oregon coast, and Hawaii. Kim also delighted in playing Bunco with friends and collecting moose memorabilia. She was a member of Our Redeemers Lutheran Church.
Kim is survived by her husband of 14 years Dana White; daughters Ashley Carpenter and Kenzie White, son Demetrius White; parents William and Carla Carpenter; brother Kristian and his wife Candita Carpenter; great grandmother Grace Carpenter; “grandfather” Jim Stevens; beloved nieces, nephews, and many other friends and family.
Kim is preceded in death by her grandfather Erwin Carpenter; grandfather and grandmother Willie and Bernice Smith; “grandmother” Alice Stevens; and uncle Bill & aunt Mary Talbott.
A public viewing will be held Sunday, November 9, 2014, 11:00-7:00 at Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home, 3750 N Montana Ave, Helena, MT. Family will greet friends Sunday 5:00-7:00pm at Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home. The celebration of Kim’s life will commence at 11:00am Monday at Our Redeemers Lutheran Church, on 3580 N Benton Ave. The service will be followed by a luncheon, and then Kim will be laid to rest at Forestvale cemetery, 490 Forestvale Road. A memorial fund has been established by friends at Valley Bank in Kim’s name.
The family would like to thank Jess and Jolene Peavey, Zach Worth, Our Redeemers Lutheran Church, and the many friends, family, and neighbors who have offered a myriad of support and prayers over this difficult time.
Service Schedule
Visitation
11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Sunday November 9, 2014
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Family Receiving Friends
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Sunday November 9, 2014
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Monday November 10, 2014
Our Redeemer'e Lutheran Church
3580 Benton Ave
Helena, Montana 59601
Reception
Following the memorial service
Monday November 10, 2014
Our Redeemers Lutheran Church
3850 Benton Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Burial
Following the Reception
Monday November 10, 2014
Forestvale Cemetery
Helena, Montana 59602
Service Schedule
Visitation
11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Sunday November 9, 2014
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Family Receiving Friends
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Sunday November 9, 2014
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Monday November 10, 2014
Our Redeemer'e Lutheran Church
3580 Benton Ave
Helena, Montana 59601
Reception
Following the memorial service
Monday November 10, 2014
Our Redeemers Lutheran Church
3850 Benton Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Burial
Following the Reception
Monday November 10, 2014
Forestvale Cemetery
Helena, Montana 59602
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Kristian Carpenter says
I am going to miss you sis. I promise to soak up as much time and love with your sweet kids and Dana as possible. I am at peace knowing you’re with Grandpa, uncle bill, great grandma, aunt june and all the rest some of wich i am sure you just met. Love you, miss you, your brother.
Angie Lang says
Your kind heart and wonderful smile will be remembered always.
With Love- Aaron, Angie and the Kids
Jeannine Spencer says
I will always remember our younger years and Kim’s laugh and smile. She always made me laugh. She had a fun loving personality and I think
She served as a great reminder to always look for the joy in life and appreciate the life that surrounds us. I feel blessed I was able to see her earlier this year and all I could think was, what a fearless, free spirit. I will always honor her in the deepest parts of my heart and remember to laugh and enjoy what life offers. Thank you Kim, I will always love you cousin, and I know you will always be close by.
Price Family says
I never would have guessed Kim was fighting this awful disease. I did not know her well but have kiddos around the same age. I am so sorry to read this. My heart is saddened for those she has left behind, young precious children, her husband and others. May Gods presence give you peace and comfort.
Kenzie White says
I miss you so much mom even tho its been 4 years,you will always be in my heart. You were the best mom ever, even tho I don’t remember much I know that you were kind, sweet, caring, and a whole bunch more. I love you so much and miss you.