Stacey Carpenter

Stacey M. Carpenter, 35, died unexpectedly on Saturday, May 2, 2026, at her residence.

The daughter of Jay Carpenter and Andrea Stevens, Stacey was born on October 12, 1990, in Connersville. She graduated from Connersville High School in 2009. Stacey was introduced to her significant other, Adam Wafford in 2018, and they have been inseparable since. She spent most of her time at home with her family. She enjoyed reading, working puzzles, and word searches. She also enjoyed listening to a variety of music. Most importantly, Stacey’s daughters were her pride and joy.

In addition to Adam, Stacey is survived by her mother: Andrea Stevens; daughters: Hope and Ava Wafford; siblings and their spouses: Robert and Morgan Shouse, Brittany and Ethan Frye; mother-in-law: Carolyn Wafford; brother-in-law: Matthew Wafford; sisters-in-law: Cassie Stewart, Charlotte Wafford; niece and nephews: Kairi Frye, Aedon Cornett, Carter Shouse; extended family members and friends.

Stacey is preceded in death by her father: Jay Carpenter.

A memorial service will be conducted at 12:00 p.m., on Wednesday June 3, 2026, at Showalter Blackwell Long Funeral Home, Myers Chapel, Connersville. Friends and family may gather at the funeral home from 11:00 a.m., until the time of service.