Leslie Carmichael Obituary (1953 - 2019)

Leslie Carmichael, 66 of Taylorville, died on Wednesday, July 24, 2019 at Memorial Medical Center in Springfield. Leslie was born on July 9, 1953 in Taylorville, the son of Gordon and Lorraine (Basil) Carmichael. He worked as a coal miner for many years, later becoming a plumber and finally retiring. Les enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his brothers and sisters and grandchildren. He is survived by his son, Aaron Carmichael of Florida; three grandchildren: Lillian Nicole, Tobias James, Penny Lane; siblings: John & Cathy Graham of Rochelle, IL; Tom & Sherry Graham of Florida; Ronny & Polly Graham of North Carolina; Jim Graham of Taylorville; Mary Crosby of Florida; Cheryl & Mike Drnjevic of Jeisyville; Del & Roberta Carmichael of Tennessee; Duane Carmichael of Florida; Terry & Sheryl Carmichael of Taylorville; several nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Rudy Carmichael. Following Leslies wishes, there will be no service and his family will have a private burial at Edinburg Cemetery where he will be laid to rest.