Bob Carmack

April 14 , 1939 - August 19 , 2017

VISITATIONS:

Wednesday, August 23, 20171:00 ~ 8:00 PMMichigan Memorial Funeral Home

SERVICES:

Wednesday, August 23, 20177:00 PMMichigan Memorial Funeral Home Chapel

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Obituary

Bob was born in Livingston, Tennessee, 8th child to Hugh and Oma (Carter) Carmack. He moved to Detroit with his family in his teen years. On September 27, 1958, he married the love of his life Katherine Poole. He was a paratrooper in the US Army and later retired from Norfolk & Western Railroad. He opened Carmack Collision Shop on Michigan Avenue in Detroit. He owned a towing & storage company and a used car dealership. Bob had a passion for raising exotic and domestic animals till the end. He passed away at the age of 78 at the home he built in Ash Township, Michigan. He was the proud parent of Robert and Robin (Jennifer) Carmack, dear grandfather of Tammy, Desi, Cecilee, Sofia, Zack, Bobby Jr., Katie, Brady, Joseph, and Corey, and great-grandfather of Emma, Audrey, and Stoli. He is survived by his wife Kitty, his sons, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, brother Roland (Jackie), and his sister RoseAnna.

Condolences

So sorry for your loss.... I met him as a small child & thought he was so cool. He’d give me a dollars every time i’d come in his car lot. May his soul Rest In Peace. Penny M. BartlettS
I'm so sorry for your lost How much fun we had at the exotic sales Bob was such a greAt guy. Now he and my Bob will be together making deals. May all your great memories ease your pain thinking of you Candi Youtsey
Robin, Jen,Bobby and Kitty, My deepest sympathies go out to you and you family. May god give you the comfort and peace that you seek and may Bob's soul forever rest in peace. I have such fond memories of Bob. It is truly a sad day. All of my love Sheree Sheree Williamson
So sorry for your loss,, prayers to the family . Dennis said he has nice memories of him. From Dennis and Cheryl Broda Cheryl Broda
Very sorry to get this news on Sunday I enjoyed all the time we had together I will be there wensday Tom & Lisa graham
Bob & Kitty have been our neighbors for over 21 years, we have had some great times together. He will truly be missed. Our sincere condolences and our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. Michael & Stephanie Couch Michael & Stephanie Couch
To the man I have called ' Boss' for 39 years, I can't believe I won't hear you say " well your suppose to" or " baby" . I've witnessed your generosity, tinnasity in acquiring businesses, your achievements and accomplishments are an example nothing stopped you. Working for you was an adventure, full of surprise's- who else would bring a camel to Michigan Ave, but you Boss. Who else would share his Pepsi bottle with a bear , only you Boss. Through the decades, individuals on the avenue would still come into the bump shop asking just for you....You always made individuals feel they were getting the best deal. I regret Reality Television wasn't around back in 70's through 90's,. we would of been the number one show. So many experiences with you have shaped my life, you taught me well, Boss, but you made sure to let me know..... being at home with Ms. Kitty and the animals was what grounded you, family time was what it's all about. I have been blessed with truly knowing a humble man and sharing years in his wild adventures. I respect and admire you and Ms. Kitty, I love all of you as my own family. I know you are in heaven, your Pepsi bottle days have gone,,,,but I'm raising one up to you now Boss for the "Good Ol' Days"... With tears I send my love, Susann ( Woods) Odom Rev. Susann (Woods) Odom
I am truly sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of working for Bob at his towing business. I really cared for him. He will be missed. Fly high old man. Dance with the angels! ❤ Kathy Ocasio
My sincere condolences to the family Bob was a legend he was a very special humble man he was a hard worker and was an original he will be missed by many Michelle Spicer
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time. Pam and Bob Main, Las Vegas Pam and Bob
Dad, you will never leave our hearts and minds. Robin & Jen Carmack
Our heartfelt condolences go out to Kitty, Robin & Jenni, Bobby & all the grandkids. Bob was always a pleasure to talk to & to be with. He was fun & funny & always called me "baby". (I'm sure I wasn't the only one ;-) We will truly miss him. May God Be with you & comfort you with wonderful memories of your time together. We love you ❤️ Bonnie & Ray Poremba
Sorry to hear about Bob. I will try to be there for the service. Kelly Norris
Sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with your family. Blanche Carmack Stacy