Irma Lois Carpenter “Gangan”, age 79, passed away on January 24, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on November 24, 1946, to Amie “Hambone” Warrick and Mabel Eugene Warrick.
Irma was a faithful member of Elam Baptist Church and an active member of the WMU. She faithfully served the Lord as a Sunday School teacher and was deeply devoted to her church family. Irma was a graduate of Louisville High School, where she proudly served as a cheerleader. Alongside her husband, she co-owned and operated Dixie Imports in Ozark for many years. She was known for her strong work ethic, kind heart, and unwavering dedication to her family.
Irma was a devoted wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend to many. She found great joy in cooking and caring for others, always opening her home and heart to those around her. Her kindness and warm spirit could light up any room the moment she entered.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Amie “Hambone” and Mabel Eugene Warrick; her husband, James Melvin “Jimmy” Carpenter; and her daughter, Donna Lois Carpenter.
She is survived by her daughter, Traci Carpenter (Scott Myers) of Clio; three sisters, Joann Brown (Donnie) of Eufaula, Joyce Medley of Talladega, and Marie Price (Carl) of Clio; brother-in-law, Ricky Carpenter (Tim McKinney) and their son, Timmy Jr., of Delray Beach, Florida; grandchildren, Karson Gavanditt (Tyler Livingston), Matthew Davis (Shelley-Ann) of Dothan, and Zach Shipes (Jasmine) of Abbeville; and her great-granddaughter, Mila Shipes.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at the Keahey Funeral Home Chapel in Clio with Bro. Bill Hovey officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to assist with final expenses.
Keahey Funeral Home of Clio is entrusted with arrangements.
