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Albert Carmichael Obituary
Palm Desert - Albert Reinhold Carmichael (aka Al "Hoagy" Carmichael) died on September 7, 2019. He lived in Palm Desert, California, with his loving wife Barbara Durkee Carmichael at the time of his death. Carmichael was born on November 10, 1928.
A member of the Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame, Carmichael held a National Football League (NFL) record for over 50 years for the longest kickoff return — 106-yards — until It was broken in 2007.
Carmichael holds the distinction for having scored the first touchdown in American Football League (AFL) history and in Denver Broncos history, a 59-yard pass reception from Frank Tripucka for the Broncos against the Boston Patriots (now New England Patriots) on September 9, 1960.
Prior to turning pro, Carmichael proudly served his country by enlisting in the United States Marine Corps. It was at Marine Corps Air Station El Toro where he discovered his love for the game while playing for the base's team.
He played for the University of Southern California (USC) in the early 1950's in the 1953 Rose Bowl.
Carmichael is survived by his wife Barbara Durkee Carmichael, two daughters Pam and Stacy Carmichael from his late wife Jan Carmichael, and two stepsons Darin Durkee and Bruce Durkee, and he Is preceded In death by his son Chris. Carmichael is also survived by his devoted grandchildren and great grandchildren. A memorial service for Al Carmichael wilt be held at Shadow Rock Church, 79390 Highway 111, La Quinta, CA. on September 28, 2019 at 11:00 am. The public Is welcome. www.shadowrockchurch.com
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January 2, 2020
Al was a Green Bay Packer before I was born in 1957 but I did write him letters that he responded back with wonderful insights of his playing time with GB. What a full life he had even his college career playing against Wisconsin in the Rose Bowl. Glad to be able to converse with him and share his life. Andy Parker, Davenport, Iowa.
September 27, 2019
Please accept our deepest and most heartfelt condolences; our prayers go to you and your family.
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