Donald W. Carpenter Jr, 75 of Belleville, IL born September 25, 1932 in E. St. Louis, IL died Thursday, May 15, 2008 at St. Elizabeth's Hospital, Belleville, IL.
Mr. Carpenter was a retired iron worker for Local #392 where he was known as "Magoo."
He was a member of Knights of Columbus #596, Sugar Loaf Sportsman's Club, and past president of Little Knights Football League.

Preceded in death by his parents, Donald W. and Marie nee Gallagher Carpenter, Sr.

Survived by his Wife - Joan "Toni" nee Smith Carpenter
Children - Colleen Carpenter of Alton, IL
Maureen (Bruce McMurray) Carpenter of New Lenox, IL
Donald S. (Lisa) Carpenter of Millstadt, IL
Brothers - Carey (Joyce) Carpenter of Maryville, IL
John (Nancy) Carpenter of Millstadt ,IL
Sister - Mary Jane Milner of St. Louis, MO
7 Grandchildren
2 Great Grandchildren

Memorials: Memorials may be given to Hospice of Southern Illinois.

Visitation: Friends may call from 4-6 pm on Monday, May 19, 2008 at Kurrus Funeral Home in Belleville, IL.

Funeral: Funeral service will be held at 6 pm on Monday, May 19, 2008 at Kurrus Funeral Home with Father Clyde Grogan officiating. By his request, cremation was held.