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Michael Carbin Obituary

Carbin Michael A. Carbin, age 75, of Pickerington, peacefully passed away Thursday, October 30, 2014 at the Pickering House. Mike was born August 22, 1939 in Fostoria, OH to the late Paul J. and Uldene (Stephenson) Carbin. Mike graduated from Elyria High School and The Ohio State University. He taught health science in the Columbus Public Schools for 30 years, retiring in 1995. He is survived by daughters, Kelly and Molly; many loving friends; special teaching friends; and former students. Mike was a very giving person, who supported many philanthropic organizations. He wanted to acknowledge Dr. Gina Love-Walker for her loving professional care. A Celebration of Life and interment at Violet Cemetery will take place in April 2015, with the time and place to be announced. In lieu of flowers, friends may contribute to either the PCMA Food Pantry or Wounded Warriors in Mike's memory. Arrangements by DWAYNE R. SPENCE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, Pickerington. Online condolences at www.spencefuneralhome.com
Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Oct. 31 to Nov. 2, 2014.

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Margaret Lawson

November 7, 2014

Mike, three other friends and I spent a lovely afternoon in Barcelona on a group trip to Europe. We shared pitchers of sangria and platters of tapas along Las Ramblas. It's a fond remembrance of a kind man.

Vicky Duke

November 3, 2014

MAC was a great teacher and friend. Peace and Blessings to Mike as well as his girls, Molly and Kelly.

Janet Sparks Kocher

November 3, 2014

Thank you Mr Carbin for being a wonderful teacher. I had you both 8th and 9th grades for science/health. There should be more teachers like you in the world.

Danny Myers

November 3, 2014

Absolutely outstanding teacher--best of the best...friend...mentor...role model and MARINE...Mike inspired many of his students to move onward & upward--I know, as I was one of his 1st year students at Buckeye Jr HS--they simply don't make them like "MAC" any more...my deepest sympathy to his family--he will be missed!
Danny R. Myers, LtCol USAF (ret.)

Bob Grove

November 3, 2014

I taught with Mike at Buckeye Middle School for 8 years. I was fresh out of OSU and Mike was a mentor and friend. Any success I have had in my 36 years as a science teacher I owe partly to my association with Mike at the start of my career.

Peggy Hays

November 2, 2014

I came to Buckeye in the middle of the year replacing a beloved English teacher who was ill. Mike took me under his wing and the first week I was there he took me to Marge's diner over on high street to welcome me to the neighborhood.Unique experience and awesome food.He loved our Buckeye kids and was a great mentor to me. RIP MAC ;)
Condolences to his family. May you find comfort knowing how many lives were influenced by your dad.

Linda Hartman

November 2, 2014

Mike was my daughter's next door neighbor. One of the best neighbors you could have. He was a very kind and loving man to her and her family. He adored my grandchildren. He will never be forgotten. R I P

Dan Smith

November 2, 2014

In 1969, Mike was the first colleague to introduce himself to me, a scared 1st year health teacher at Buckeye JHS. 45 years later, his friendship still means the world to me. It always will.
We have lost a superb teacher and faithful friend. He will be missed.

Heather (Harris) Cook

November 2, 2014

I, too, had Mr. Carbin as my teacher and I cannot think of my time at Buckeye Middle without thinking of him and smiling. My heart is breaking for you as you deal with this lose. He may be physically gone, but he lives on in the thousands of us who where lucky enough to sit in his class. Thank you for sharing him with us.

Bob McFerin

November 2, 2014

I'm glad I had an opportunity to get to know Mike while I was the principal at the elementary school Molly and Kelly attended. My deepest sympathy to the family.

November 2, 2014

I can only say thank you for letting us borrow this wonderful man. He was a great teacher and friend to many. He will be sadly missed. Love and prayers to all.
Mary (Milam) Grubb

Darlene Messer

November 2, 2014

So sorry for your family's loss. He was one of my favorite teacher's at Buckeye. Always so kind.

Carlene Davis-Dale

November 2, 2014

one of the teachers and people in my life that made a great impact...

Jennifer Andrews (Daniels)

November 2, 2014

So sad to hear of the loss of one of my great teachers. Bless his family with many happy memories and love.

Dirk Neff

November 2, 2014

Mr. Carbin was one of the teachers that youll never forget. May he rest in peace. God bless his friends and family in this time of mourning.

jerry andrews

November 2, 2014

of all the health teachers i had, i remember him the most...the man believed in students taking notes, he always had 3 boards worth...lol...R.I.P. Mr Carbin...

Shanna Browning (Wellman)

November 2, 2014

I had Mr. Carbin as a teacher in 7th grade at Buckeye Middle School. He was a great, funny and loving teacher! I remember he loved Mariah Carey, he'd always talk about her! My thoughts are with his family and may he rest in peace!

Amy Fultz-Miller

November 2, 2014

He was a wonderful teacher... He helped me even after i left middle school and onto high school. its because of him i chose my profession.. He will be deeply missed..

Diana Obert Richardson

November 2, 2014

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

sherri cornett

November 2, 2014

He was a wonderful teacher who made a great impact on alot of lives! My prayers and thoughts go out to his family. Fly high with the angels

Amanda Sparks-Whittaker

November 2, 2014

I was in his class in 89/90. Even with all the yers between then and now I have never forgotten this great man. Mr. Carbin was my favorite teacher at Buckeye. He had a way of reaching you and making you want to be the best that you can be. This world has lost a truly inspiring man and he will be greatly missed! My thoughts and prayers for his family and loved ones.

November 1, 2014

Dear Family,
We are deeply sorry for your loss. May you find comfort during this most difficult time. Luke 1:78

October 31, 2014

Michael was a wonderful man that I will never forget. He was truly one of a kind. Until we meet again, friend.

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