Herbert W. Carmichael, III
January 1, 1936 ~ June 18, 2016
South Portland Herbert W. Carmichael, III, died Saturday, June 18, 2016 at Sedgewood Commons, Falmouth. Born in Portland on January 1, 1936, Herb was the son of the late Herbert and Helen (Malloy) Carmichael. He was a graduate of Deering High School Class of 1954. Following high school, Herb attended University of Maine where he was a fraternity member of Kappa Sigma as well as playing on the football team. He attained his bachelors in business from Boston University. Herb played semi-pro football with the Portland Seahawks and helped his team win the championship in 1960. Herb was an amazing father to his two boys, coaching Casco Bay Hockey and Little League baseball. If not coaching, he could be found in the stands or on the sidelines actively supporting his boys. In addition, he took pride in teaching them the life lessons and skills that make for respectable citizens. Herb was the owner of Carmco Business Enterprises which operated Kaplan Vending, a real estate company and the Buoy Motel in Falmouth. During his lifetime, Herb was very involved in his community. As an active Rotarian he served as President; and was a board member of the Garys House and the YMCA. He had also been a member of the Maine Inn Keepers Association. Retiring in 1996, Herb stayed active by playing tennis and golf and enjoyed attending his granddaughters sporting events. He enjoyed time spent traveling with Sheila , some of the most memorable trips being, Alaska, Hilton Head, a Mediterranean Cruise and Ireland where his family maintained a home for many years. In addition to his parents, Herb is predeceased by his first wife of 25 years, Rebecca (Mitchell) Carmichael; infant sons, Ian and Ryan; sister, Patricia Sweat. He is survived by his wife of 16 years, Sheila (Millington) Carmichael of South Portland; sons, Herbert W. Mike Carmichael, IV, of Portland and Josh Carmichael of Scarborough; step-children, Mark Millington of NY, Scott Millington of South Portland, Kevin Millington of South Portland, and Sarah Millington of Portland; sisters, Nancy Dineen of Gardiner, Maureen Hall of Portland, and Candy Burgess of North Yarmouth. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Stone and Reade Carmichael; several nieces and nephews. Visiting Hours will be held on Thursday, June 23 from 4-7PM at the Conroy-Tully Walker South Portland Chapel, 1024 Broadway, South Portland. His Funeral Service will be held at the Funeral Home on Friday, June 24 at 10AM. Private burial will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Yarmouth. To view Herbs memorial page or to share an online condolence, please visit www.ConroyTullyWalker.com. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to the Rotary Club of Portland, PO Box 1755 Portland, ME 04104
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We are saddened at Herb’s passing and send our sympathy to his wife Sheila, sons, granddaughters, step-children and all his extended family as well as his many friends and colleagues made throughout his productive and giving life. Herb’s happy disposition and easy-going ways complemented his caring community spirit. We hope there is ice cream a-plenty awaiting him as a reward for a life well-lived!
– Jane and David Barry
Sheila, my condolences to you and your family on the loss of your husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
– Allene Goforth
I had the pleasure of knowing Herb through Portland Rotary. He was an exceptional man and will be missed.
– Roxane A. Cole
My sympathy with your family. I knew Herb from his Nichols days when he was the Personnel Manager and hired me. I can honestly say I have never met another man like him although I have met and know many wonderful folks through the years. Herb was simply a class act and all who knew him I’m 100% certain, would agree.I’m sorry for your loss Carmichael family but am pretty certain he is keeping a loving watchful eye on all of you.
– Steve Kirby
Herb was a special person. In 1980, when I joined the Portland Rotary Club, he welcomed me immediately with a big smile and we have been good friends ever since. More importantly he was devoted to Rotary and was an effective leader and diligent contributor of his time, talent and treasure. He will be sorely missed.Bob Traill
– Bob Traill
Herb was a friendly, outgoing, warm, and caring human being. We are sad to hear of his passing from this life. We got to know both Herb and Becky back in the days of the Buoy Motel. They both were people we liked and respected. Mike and Josh are fortunate to have had such fine parents. Herb will be missed especially by his family. We will keep him in our prayers.
– Peter and Cathy Mullaney
A very few times in life someone crosses your path who turns out to be someone who it seems like you always knew. Better yet someone you did not lose as a friend no matter how far forks in the road took you apart. It always just fit.Herb was that to me. We worked together, played sports and skied together, partied together and made a wonderful vacation trip together with our wonderful wives Sheila and Carol. All this even though our time in close proximity was limited to only a couple years followed by many apart.The lives of all who knew him are better for having known Herb.
– Bob Ogren
Deepest sorrowfor a Kappa Sigma Brother
– Charles Thibodeau
Dear Sheila ,Herb’s children and all the extended family,Through Sheila, we met Herb in his retirement years. He was warm , welcoming, and thoughtful with a gentle sense of humour. You may have only known him a short while, but he made you feel as if he had known you forever. Our deepest sympathy.Marg and Carson
– Marg and Carson Duncan
Herb and my wife went to Deering High together and enjoyed each others company. That gave me the chance to meet a wonderful human being. It’s impossible to recall the number of times Herb’s name came up in conversation, but easy to remember how often the recollection involved fun, and enjoyable times. It was every time, and that is the true mark of a person’s impact upon the world.He will be sorely missed by me and mine as well as by anyone with the good fortune to have met him.
– Mr. T, aka Ron Trudeau and family.
We were saddened to hear of Herb’s passing and send our deepest sympathies to Sheila and the entire Carmichael and Millington families. We enjoyed our times with Herb through the years immensely and found him a friendly, gentle and loving man. He will be missed by all. A life well lived.With sympathy, Jane and Jim Donahoe
– Jane and Jim Donahoe
Josh and Mike,We are so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. He was a wonderful man, father, and neighbor. He will be remembered fondly on Casco Terrace.God Bless him.
– Kathleen and Terry Duddy
Sheila: On behalf of the Class of 1954, we extend our deepest sympathy on the passing of Herb, our beloved classmate. May he rest in peace.
– Cynthia Simpson
The terrible news of Herb’s passing reached me in New Mexico. We share your grief over the loss of a wonderful husband and parent. As a younger Rotarian, Herb was always a wonderful mentor, fellow volunteer, and friend. He represented all that was good about Maine citizens.Don Zillman
– don zillman