Carlisle, Douglas,

Douglas "Mr. C." Louis Carlisle, 64, of Louisville, passed away Wednesday, August 17, 2016. He was a retired High School Teacher having taught at Nineth & O, Evangel, Highview & Restoration/Rock Creek Academy. He was a member of Valley View Church.

Preceded in death by his parents, Louis & Clara Carlisle and daughter Brandy Mitchell.

He is survived by his wife, Minnie of 32 years, daughter, Niki Christiansen (Paul), son, Justin Mitchell (April), grandchildren; Katy, Alex, Eliana, Johana, Levi, Moriah, Brandyn & Mackenzie and a great granddaughter, Adelaide.

Visitation will be Saturday 3-8PM and Sunday 1-3 & 5-8PM at Fairdale-McDaniel Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 411 Fairdale Road. A celebration of his life will be 11 AM Monday at Valley View, 8911 3rd Street Road, with visitation after10 AM at the church until time of service. Burial in Mt. Holly Cemetery.

In memory of "Mr. C." donations may be made to Fresenius Kidney Care, Portland Christian or Valley View Church.

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Published by Courier-Journal on Aug. 20, 2016.

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Jimmy Katchur

November 23, 2016

My deepest sympathies to Mrs. Carlisle and the family.
Mr. Carlisle was my P.A.D teacher at Southwest Christian H.S.
I recall many days my wrist hurting from taking notes and keeping my binders organized. He always had a great personality and his jokes hillarious. Making class not just educational yet fun as well. He was a treasure chest full of Knowledge and he inspired many of his students as well myself to not complain about issues but how to figure out solutions and research. He is the one man who changed my life and planted the seed for my LOVE of History and Gov't that continues still this day. You will be Greatly missed sir and YOUR legacy remains in ALL our hearts Forever. -Jimmy Katchur (Cpl. U.S.M.C. 1995-1999)

Phillip Jenkins

August 30, 2016

This man taught me to be an adult. Amazing man.

Tammi McClure Terry

August 22, 2016

I remember so many wonderful things about Mr. C - where do I begin. Southwest Christian School my junior year U. S. History 1984. It was our first year in our "real" school building and I walked into his class and I clearly remember there were three full sized chalkboards EACH full of notes! I could not believe it and yet he started class with a chuckle and said "begin taking notes" - we only had a few minutes until he would erase one board and begin filling it up again! That went on the entire class period. I thought this cannot go on all year and yet it did! We did not have "advanced" labeled classes then but I guarantee this U. S. History course would have made an AP class look easy! I told him after I went to college that I did not have any teacher more challenging than him for my first two years. He LOVED that compliment. As a high school educator myself for 24 years, I am thankful for the sacrifices that he and Mrs. Carlisle made for students like myself to have a great Christian education to start me off ready for adulthood. YOU my friend Mr. C will always be one of my favorite teachers!

Becky VanCleave

August 20, 2016

Minnie I am very sorry about your loss. I pray you will take comfort in the difference he made in the lives of others and in yours.

May God bless you and your family at this time of sorrow.

Alexis Collins

August 20, 2016

Offering my deepest sympathy to the Carlisle family. May you find comfort in the love of family and friends during your time sorrow. " May the God who gives peace be with all of YOU. Amen."

Julie (Maynard) Garcia

August 20, 2016

Mr. Carlisle was one of my favorite teachers. He had a way of making Problems of America Democracy class very interesting. I have many good memories of being in his class.
May God bless his family.

Andrea Hicks

August 20, 2016

Mr. Carlisle was by far one of my favorite teachers in high school. I have never been pushed so hard by a teacher to believe in myself and to not give up. He gave us the tools to succeed in school and great life lessons. His passion for teaching was evident and he genuinely cared about every student that walked through his classroom. I never knew that class trips could be so educational and fun all at the same time. He will be greatly missed and he leaves a great legacy behind!

Johnny Brandenburg

August 19, 2016

Doug Carlisle was very influential in my life. He taught me from 7th grade until I was a senior. He was my favorite teacher and a good friend. Rest in peace Mr. C.

Kim Murdough

August 19, 2016

Keeping you all in our prayers for peace and comfort as you remember.

Beckie Buskill

August 19, 2016

We will miss you very much!! You were a great brother-in-law!! Love, Beckie

Beckie Buskill

August 19, 2016

He was a great brother-in-law. I will miss him a lot and all his crazy jokes!! Love, Beckie

Kem Hargrove

August 19, 2016

Mr. Carlisle was one of my favorite teachers at Ninth & O and he's the reason I continue to love history. We all had to take pages and pages of notes, but he made it so interesting. I finally threw away all those notes 10+ years after graduation. I will miss you, but I will cherish those high school memories.

Julie (Harris) Waterbury

August 19, 2016

Mr "C" was my favorite high school teacher. He always kept his classes lively with his silly antics. He cared for all his students and was a very gentle and loving man. I'm know he will be sorely missed. My deepest sympathies to Minnie and the entire family.

Bonnie Roades

August 19, 2016

Mr. C was a great teacher. I enjoyed his classes because of his kind and witty personality. He was there for you when you needed it. Prayers for Minnie and the family.

Rebecca Church

August 19, 2016

So sad to hear this news! I have fond memories of him from 9th and O days. May God comfort and keep you!

Elizabeth Carver

August 19, 2016

So very sorry to hear this. I'm praying for the family. He was such a great teacher my children really enjoyed his classes and field trips. He will be greatly missed.

Michelle Clark

August 18, 2016

Mr. Carlisle was a teacher of mine at Restoration Christian. I have fond memories of him. He was such a smart man and you could tell he loved to teach! And he was good at it! Rest in Peace. Prayers for the family ~ Michelle

DARRELL FLEMING

August 18, 2016

Doug was such a fine Christian gentleman, a great friend & a gifted teacher. It has been one of the high honors of my life to have known him & worked with him. May God bless & comfort Minnie & all the family at this time. Doug was certainly much loved & will be greatly missed.

Janice Ferguson-Poston

August 18, 2016

Mr. Carlisle was my favorite teacher at 9th & 0. I received an award at graduation from him for having the highest social studies GPA throughout high school. Such a kind and dedicated teacher he inspired me to become an educator. His unwavering faith in God despite his illness was also inspiring. The last time I saw him was at my doctors office where he told me he had recently been in the hospital. There was such a weariness in his voice. I am so sorry he had to leave us so soon, but I know where he is and that he will never be sick again. RIP Mr. Carlisle. You were one in a million.

Rachelle Payton

August 18, 2016

I am so sorry to hear about this. Mr.Carlisle was a great teacher. He was my favorite teacher in high school. My senior year I got to go to Washington DC, Williamsburg Virginia, Monticello, and Baltimore for a U.S History and Government trip. It was very educational and won't be forgotten. Trips like that are only possible when a teacher truly educates. He also taught Economics and really equipped his students to be informed and to stand on their own two feet when it came to finances. Mr. Carlisle will truly be missed but never forgotten. I'm just hoping that more educators will be like him in really teaching their students to be ready for the world.

Marion Winslow

August 18, 2016

Minnie, Alex and other family,

We are so saddened to hear of Doug's death, but rejoice in the knowledge of his eternity with our Lord. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We are grateful for good memories of better days, moments and connections shared and special school events, especially fabulous trips with the absolute BEST and most knowledgeable tour guide ever. I'm very thankful for and proud of Doug's lasting legacy in the lives of untold numbers of young people and fellow educators whose lives he touched over the years. Love, Caroll and Marion Winslow

Wanda Trimnal

August 18, 2016

My deepest sympathies to Minnie and her whole family. May God give you strength to make it through this time of grief and sorrow. Doug is in Our Father's hands, suffering no more and enjoying eternal peace.

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