CARMICHAEL John A. “Jack” – Suddenly the morning of February 18, 2009, while walking his cherished dog, Mikey. He is survived by Marcia, his dearly beloved wife of 41 years. He is also survived by his brother, Bob (Margaret); niece, Linda; his nephew, Douglas and many, many good friends. Jack was born in Victoria and attended Vic West School and later, Oak Bay High School. He graduated as a Chartered Accountant in 1965 and had an extensive career in Accounting. His lifetime passion was music, leading his own Band, playing solo piano and performing at many venues, including Butchart Gardens, the Empress Hotel and the Union Club. Marcia would like to express her deep gratitude to the 911 Operators, the Emergency Response Teams and the caring staff at the Saanich Peninsula Hospital Emergency Room. Private Burial. A Celebration of Jack’s life will be announced at a later date. In lieu of flowers, tributes may be offered to the SPCA or to the Animal charity of your choice.
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Irv Lang
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Dave Paulson It was a great honour and privilege to know Jack and share musical experiences. The musical community has lost a great guy. Condolences to all the family and friends.
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Lorna Jacobson I had the pleasure of working with Jack at the Union Club for many, many years. He was always such a gracious and kind person and made everyone’s night playing their favorite tunes.
Over the years he took over finding the musicians for the different social evenings for the Club and was perfect at matching the right musician for the right event. When I moved upstairs to the accounting dept. he offered encouragment and help anytime I wanted it! He will be missed greatly!
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Lori LaRose Dear Marcia: I wanted you to know that I’m thinking about you during this painful time. You always graced our coffee break table with captivating stories of the life you shared with Jack — adventures, pets, travel, friends and always the music. He seemed, through you, a man of great generosity of spirit and your loss, no doubt, is profound.
“His life was gentle; and the elements
So mix’d in him that Nature might stand up
And say to all the world “This was a Man!” Julius Caesar, Act 5, Sc.5
Love, Lori LaRose
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Dick and Evelyn Melville Both Ev and I are shocked and greatly saddened at the sudden death of Jack Carmichael. Just last week we spoke to him at length at theUnion Club and enjoyed his usual friendly exchange. It will not be the same without hearing the great show tunes from the man in white dinner jacket. Thank you, Jack, for all the pleasure you gave us.
Dick and Ev Melville
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Fred Graves To Mrs.Marcia Carmichael, Brother Bob Carmichael and all of the family members, please accept my condolences on your loss of Jack.
While I had not seen Jack for probably 50 years he and Bob were a part of my childhood, and the memories are vivid.
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John Ryan and Sara Andre Sara and I are very sorry and have you in our thoughts and prayers. We never met Jack but feel like we knew him a bit through all the times you talked about him.
Sincerest sympathy and love,
John and Sara
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Swannie and David Titterton Marcia, Bob and family,
We learned the very sad news from Union Club staff that Jack had passed away very suddenly.
We have happy memories of great times spent with Jack over the years, and we’ll keep you in our thoughts in the difficult days ahead.
With deepest sympathy,Swannie and David Titterton
I was surprised and saddened to hear of Jack’s passing. We both shared a great passion for music and he will always be remembered not only as a good friend but a fine pianist.
Our heartfelt condolences to Marcia and family. May cherished memories and the loving support of family and friends sustain you at this time and in the days ahead.