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Jack Carmack Obituary
Jack was born, raised and lived his life in La Plata County. Born August 28, 1923 in Bayfield, Colorado- son of Oscar Walter and Mary Lena (Darnall) Carmack. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He spent most of his life as an entrepreneur and business owner, selling everything from IH tractors to Edsel Automobiles and Case tractors.
He married June Brown in Durango in 1946. To that marriage were born 4 children: Judy Green (Darrell), Jacque Langford (Steve), Jill Richards (Jerel), & Jon Carmack (Susie), 7 grandchildren & 16 grandchildren. He married Helen Davis Campbell in 1991 - Stepchildren from this union are: Carol, Louella, Pam, and Pat, & 3 step-grandchildren. His current wife is Dorothea Sponsel Wielang. To this union there are stepchildren: Linda, Carol & Mark, 5 step-grandchildren, & several step-great-grandchildren. He is well loved by numerous nieces & nephews.
Jack served on a number of local boards: La Plata Electric and Tri State G&T. He was also a life member of Elks Lodge #507. Jack especially loved square-dancing and western dancing. He enjoyed travel, water skiing, and picnicking. He adored his grandchildren, great-grandchildren, extended family and great friends.
He is also survived by a brother, Dick Carmack (Verna).
He was preceded in death by 2 spouses, 3 grandchildren, 10 brothers & sisters.
In lieu of flowers, please send contributions to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312.
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Sponsored by Hood Mortuary - Durango.
December 12, 2014
So sorry to hear the news of your Dads passing. Loved him so much, sorry time has separated us in our different paths. Love to all of you.
Deb McCoy George (Kenneth and Joan's daughter)
Jim Bryce
December 4, 2014
My condolences to the entire Carmack family on your loss. It was indeed a pleasure to have known Jack, and I will always relish our friendship which spanned over the past 45 plus years. Rest in peace my friend, you will be sorely missed.
December 4, 2014
So sorry for you loss and the fact that I can not be there with you today. You are all in our prayers and we pray comfort and peace for you today. Love to all, Ron and Paula(Davis) Walstrom
Lou and Kay Morris
December 1, 2014
Jacque, we know your father as a wonderful man through your eyes. May our Father comfort and sustain you and your family through the days ahead.
Donna Knickerbocker Malone
December 1, 2014
Judy, Jacque, Jill and Jon, so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Although I was young when we lived in Durango, I remember him well. He was always a ton of fun to be around. And when I returned as an adult, he was always happy to see me and to know what we were all doing. He will be missed by many, but I know you have many memories to sustain you as you grieve. You're all in my thoughts and prayers.
November 30, 2014
Jack was the perfect Uncle-always there when we needed him. His happy presence will be missed greatly. Deep condolences to his four children and extendend family. I loved him very much. His neice Gwen
Terese Lopez
November 30, 2014
Having Jack as my grandpa for the last 15 years has been a blessing to myself and my children. He will be missed by our family, especially by his wife Dorothea.
November 30, 2014
May family and friends find comfort in knowing Almighty God cares about you and will help you during this difficult time.
1 Peter 5:6,7
November 29, 2014
Jill,
We haven't spoken in so many years but know your father isn't gone he's only resting, waiting to see his family again.
Mike Blacker
November 29, 2014
Dear Judy and all your family,
Sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. He surely had a long and great life. I wish I could seat down and talk to you, maybe see you at next reunion. Love to you all, Jene Klatt
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