Clara Berniece ‘Bea’ CarmichaelClara Berniece “Bea” Carmichael, of Warsaw, passed away peacefully on Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021, at Miller’s Merry Manor, Warsaw, at the age of 98, just shy of her 99th birthday.
Born to Adam and Weda Weintraut in Waldron, on Oct. 31, 1922, Bea was one of five children. She married Meredith Carmichael, the love of her life, in Sulfur Springs on Oct. 24, 1942, and together raised their two sons. During World War II, she worked in military manufacturing.
Arts and crafts were a passion for Bea. She especially loved to crochet. Card games were also a favorite of hers, spending time playing euchre with friends and family. Bea and Meredith enjoyed travelling together, experiencing different states throughout the country.
Those who will miss her deeply include her two sons: Ron and Jeff Carmichael; grandchildren: Kimberlee Schmahl, Christie Eash and Tia Carmichael; great-grandchildren: Seth Eash, Chloe Eash, Greta and Maria Schmahl and Rosa Schmahl; and a brother, Dale Weintraut.
She is preceded in death by her husband; parents; brothers: George and Floyd Weintraut; and sister, Virginia Selke.
The family is grieving privately, no services will be held. Warsaw’s Titus Funeral Home and Cremation Services is assisting the family.
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