Joan Ames Carpenter, 92, of Newport, VT passed away on February 7, 2024 in Newport, VT.

Joan was born on January 20, 1932 in Derby, VT, the daughter of Roy and Alice (Vinton) Ames.

She graduated from Derby Academy in 1950. On October 17, 1953 Joan married Carroll D. Carpenter who predeceased her in June 1974. Surviving are children Sue Carpenter and Robert Carpenter and daughter-in-law Julie Carpenter, also grandchildren Holly Jo Maniatty and Colton Carpenter and nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her sister Jessie Hamblett and brother Lyndol Ames.

Joan and her husband had their own business for 15 years, then Joan worked for R.F. Hamblett Inc., Rice-Whipple Inc. and retiring in 1999 from Orleans Essex VNA.

Additionally, Joan's family would like to express their unending gratitude for the stellar care she received at North Country Hospital, specifically the nursing staff on the third floor and Dr. Hayati.

There will be no calling hours. A celebration of life will be held at the convenience of the family. Donations may be made to the Pope Memorial Frontier Animal Society, 243 Woods Farm Road, Newport, VT 05855. Online condolences may be made at curtis-britch.com. Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Curtis-Britch & Bouffard Funeral Home & Cremation Service, locally family owned and operated.