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Lafayette - William "Bill" Carmichael, 73, of Lafayette passed away Wednesday, October 21, 2020 at Mulberry Healthcare.
He was born December 28, 1946 in Crawfordsville, IN, to the late Lloyd and Elizabeth (Peffley) Carmichael. Bill graduated from Ladoga High School before attending Indiana University where he obtained his Bachelors degree and later his Masters in Social Work. He was a licensed clinical social worker in 1993. He worked for the Wabash Center in Lafayette for more than 34 years. He proudly served in the United States Marine Corps from 1964-1965.
On June 26, 1982 he married Barbara Powell in West Lafayette and she survives.
Bill loved his job and was often recognized for the work he did in the community. He was voted Social Worker of the year in 1995. He received the Distinguished Citizen Award from Tony Roswarski in 2011, he was recognized with the Wabash Center by John Dennis in 2011 and the Governor's Distinguished Service Medal from Governor Mitch Daniels in 2011.
He was very active in the Lafayette community. He was a member of Family Services, NAMI Association, LARA, AND THE NASW. He was also a member of the American Legion. He enjoyed woodworking, reading and playing Santa at the Wabash Center. He was an avid sports person and enjoyed NASCAR.
Along with his wife, Barbara, he is survived by his children: Patrick Elliott, Wendy Stansbury and Susanne (Jeff) Bulington. He is also survived by five grandchildren.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
Private family service to take place. In lieu of usual remembrances, contributions may be directed to the Mulberry Health and Rehabilitation Center - 502 W Jackson St, Mulberry, IN 46058. Share memories and condolences online at www.hippensteelfuneralservice.com
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Pat Georges
October 25, 2020
Barb, I am so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. I have many good memories of our time at WC. I appreciate having known you both.
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Mike Bullis
October 24, 2020
I have not lived in the Lafayette area for 40 years but check the JC monthly to keep up on my old home town. I was surprised when I saw Bill's obituary and want to add my condolences and a memory him.
I had the privilege of working with Bill in my role as a VR counselor for several years before I left the area. As his record attests, he was excellent as a social worker, but what I always appreciated was his pleasant and personal manner when addressing issues that were all too often difficult.
I hadn't seen or heard from Bill in some time when in 2004 I was contracted by Indiana University to return to conduct workshops on job placement for adolescents with high risk behaviors. Bill contacted me before that trip that he would attend and could we meet. We had lunch together and caught up on former acquaintances and our history. I left that day thinking how fortunate I was to have worked with and known such a fine human being.
I and so very sorry for your loss and hope you will find solace in your own memories of this special man.
Pat Kepler
October 23, 2020
So sorry for your loss. I shall remember Bill’s smiling face and helpful attitude, good neighbor.
Hippensteel Funeral Home, Inc.
October 22, 2020
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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