Obituary: David Marion Carpenter

Longtime Batesville resident and landscaper dies at 64

Published on Feb. 18, 2026

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David Marion Carpenter, a 64-year-old resident of Bethesda, Arkansas, passed away on Saturday, February 14, 2026. Carpenter was born in Batesville, Arkansas in 1961 to Dixie and Barbara (Dowell) Carpenter and grew up working in his father's store on Central Avenue. He was a landscaper who loved flowers and gardening, and briefly worked as a model for Dillard's.

Why it matters

Carpenter's passing marks the loss of a longtime Batesville community member who was known for his love of gardening and landscaping. His family has deep roots in the area, with several surviving aunts, uncles, and first cousins.

The details

Carpenter is survived by his parents, Dixie and Barbara (Dowell) Carpenter, as well as his spouse Clint Callahan. He is preceded in death by his grandparents and an aunt. Graveside services will be held at a later date at Campground Cemetery.

  • Carpenter was born on May 22, 1961 in Batesville, Arkansas.
  • Carpenter passed away on Saturday, February 14, 2026.

The players

David Marion Carpenter

A 64-year-old resident of Bethesda, Arkansas who worked as a landscaper and loved flowers and gardening. He grew up in Batesville, Arkansas working in his father's store.

Dixie and Barbara (Dowell) Carpenter

Carpenter's parents, who he is survived by.

Clint Callahan

Carpenter's spouse.

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The takeaway

Carpenter's life and work as a landscaper and gardener left a lasting impact on the Batesville community, where his family has deep roots. His passing marks the end of an era for a longtime local resident.