Mariam (Micki) Carmichiel's Obituary
Mariam Wilson Carmichiel, affectionately known as Micki or Granny, passed away on July 28, 2024, in Collierville, Tennessee.
Born June 3, 1936, in Ripley, Mississippi, Micki was the cherished daughter of the late Emily Richardson Carmichiel and the late Lewis Carmichiel.
Micki's resilience was evident early in her life as she overcame polio during her teenage years. She went on to enjoy a long and fulfilling career with Sears, retiring after more than 35 years of dedicated service. Her spirit of adventure was reflected in her love for traveling with friends, an activity that brought her much joy.
As the seventh child of the seventh child, Micki was part of a large and loving family. Micki's love and nurturing extended deeply to her five children: Cathie (Donnie) Henry, Connie Wilson, Leslie Matlock, Emily Carmichiel. She was preceded in death by her son, Richard Wilson, her children's father Buddy Wilson, four sisters and two brothers. She also leaves six grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family.
Micki will be remembered for her kind spirit, quick wit, and always ready with a comforting word or an engaging story. Her legacy of kindness and joy will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.
The family and friends will gather to honor and remember a remarkable woman whose impact was as profound as her love was deep with a visitation on Friday, August 9 at 1:00 p.m., followed by a funeral service at 2:00 p.m. all in the Fireside Chapel of Memorial Park Funeral Home. Entombment to follow at Memorial Park Cemetery Mausoleum
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to The Alzheimer's Association in Micki's memory.
Memorial Park Funeral Home and Cemetery, 5668 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN, 38119. (901) 767-8930
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