Mrs. Edith LaVerne Bohler Carmichael Stiver 87, of St. Petersburg, Florida formerly of Lanett, Alabama died Tuesday November 3, 2020 at her residence.
Graveside services will be held Sunday, November 8, 2020, at 2PM (ET) 1PM (CT) at the Oakwood Cemetery in Lanett. Jeff Jones Funeral Home, LaFayette, Al In Charge Of Arrangements.
Edith went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, November 3, 2020 in St Petersburg, Florida. She was born July 12, 1933 at Lanier Memorial Hospital in Valley, Alabama. She raised five children with her husband, Harrell, until his passing in 2000. She was a devoted wife to him and later in life to Frank Stiver after their marriage in 2013. She loved her family more than anything. She prayed her favorite verse, Acts 16:31, over them. "And they said, Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved, and thy house. " She was an active member of Community Chapel Church of God, White Chapel Church of Daytona, Fl. when they lived there and faithfully supported Park Street Baptist Church during her time in Florida, as well as, her Church in Nebraska. She loved her family. Edith loved to laugh, travel the world, and fellowship with friends. Everyone that knew her, loved her southern accent, her wit, her humor and her hospitality. If you met her, she invited you to her home and her table with open arms. She was an active card and domino player, secretary for her Ladies Prayer Group for many years, as well as a member of the Red Hat Society. Edith visited the nursing homes and took friends to the Doctor and Dentist. What love and compassion. She loved America and the President. A notable honor to her was receiving a letter and picture from the Trump Administration.
Edith is survived by her husband, Frank Stiver; her three sons, William H. "Bill" Carmichael of Lanett, Robert Lewis "Bob" (Cindy) Carmichael of St. Petersburg, Fl, and James C. "Jim" Carmichael of Valley; her daughter, Rhonda (Tim) Hill of Jacksons Gap, Al; Daughter-in-law Debbie Carmichael; 15 grandchildren, John Harrell Carmichael III "Jay" Carmichael, Brandon (Hannah) Carmichael, Sheldon (Amie) Carmichael, Leigh and Lance Carmichael, Lindsey Carmichael Manson, Jason (Josephine) Fuller, Chris (Torri) Fuller, Shannon (Johnny) Watts, Megan Carmichael, and James Curtis "Curt" Carmichael; 15 great-grandchildren, Zane Carmichael, Shalee Hinkle, John Harrell Carmichael IIII "John", Chloe and Cason Guy, Makaleigh Carmichael, Massimo Fuller, Nathan and Daniel Fuller, Avery Carmichael, Landon Carmichael, Grayson Carmichael, Hudson Carmichael, and Elijah Carmichael; sister-in-law, Mary Bohler, brother-in-law, Rev. James C. Burchette. She was loved by her extended family in Nebraska, Elaine Houser-Hart, Kenny Stiver, Dale Stiver; Joey Moore and children Belle, Refuge, and Ashden.
Mrs. Carmichael was the daughter of the late William Owen Bohler Sr. and Ardeth Kitchens Bohler. She was preceded in death by her late husband of 50 years, John Harrell Carmichael Sr.; her son, John Harrell Carmichael II; granddaughter, Brandy Carmichael; brothers, William Owen "Bill" Bohler and Ronald Bohler.
Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to the "Carmichael & Bohler Oakwood cemetery fund" in Lanett, Alabama.
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RHONDA & FAMILY: So many precious memories of Ms Edith,she will be missed by many. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this yime
Mom, Tim and I love you with all our heart. When I got home tonight all the messages on my phone were from you. They made me laugh, and they made me cry. You would be happy, Jeff did everything you ask him too. You look beautiful as always. The flowers are beautiful too. Hugs to you in Heaven. We will see you soon. ~Rhonda & Tim~
So proud to be considered Ms Edith's second daughter. She will truly be missed!
In the short time I had a privilidge to know Edith she was such a blessing and brought such joy in our Sunday school class. Edith raised a fine family and will be missed yet happy she has met our Lord and Savior. Her memory forever lives in those who meet her. Ramona Champion
Ms. Edith was a rock! I loved her and she will be missed. My comfort comes from knowing that she is with our Lord and Savior.
Edith you were so very special to me.A "sister" we would call each other You always said to me I am so glad Ronald married you and gave me Jeff and Cindy and you to love.Recently you came to visit for a few days what a wonderful time we had I will always carry a place in my heart for you Love you and I am forever missing you .
We hold each of Aunt Edith's family close in our hearts and prayers during this time. There is coming a day when there will be a great reunion when we see our Jesus face to face and meet our loved ones over there. Love & prayers, Anne Bohler Stieber and Family
Our Condolences to the family of Mrs. Edith. May time bring you comfort and strength. Sincerely, Greg and Susie Asbell