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1963

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2024

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Rex Carmichael Obituary

CARMICHAEL, Rex A., a retired veteran of the U.S. Navy, aged 60, passed away on March 25, 2024, in New Kent, Virginia. He was born on June 23, 1963, in Dodge City, Kansas, to Paul and Darlene Carmichael. He is survived by his children, Leah Carmichael (Robert Mayton) and Alexander P. Carmichael (Duyen Phan); his granddaughter, Violet Mayton; his partner, Sharon Andre; by his siblings, Brian Carmichael (Norman, OK), Donna Dray (Norman, OK), Mark Carmichael (Guthrie, OK), and Lee Carmichael (Wichita, KS); and many beloved nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Rex graduated from University of Alaska with an associate degree and was an Electrician's Mate, retiring as a Chief Petty Officer in the Navy. He was deployed to Afghanistan and Kuwait during his long military career. Rex served his country proudly. He loved working on cars, restoring antique vehicles, and enjoyed attending car shows. His family and traveling were some of his biggest passions.

Family, friends, and others are invited to Bliley's Funeral Home, Augusta Avenue, Richmond, Virginia, at 4 p.m. on April 7, 2024, to honor the life of Rex.

If you would like to send flowers, you may do so through the Bliley's Funeral Home website, or donations may be made to Stop Soldier Suicide.
Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch on Apr. 5, 2024.

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Shane

May 6, 2025

We will miss you brother.

Ruth Adams

April 7, 2024

So sorry to hear of Rex's death. I went to church with him and saw him at the dentist office in Providence Forge, Va. I liked Rex so much.

Joan Thomas YN1

April 7, 2024

Rest well. Shipmate!

Wilma and John Simmons

April 5, 2024

Thank you for your service dear cousin. Prayers for you and your family. Remembering your mother and father whom you join in Paradise.

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