Roline Elizabeth "Rhett" Carmichael, 96, of Woodstock, beloved wife, sister, aunt, mother, grandmother, great- grandmother, and friend, passed on to be with the Lord on Aug 27, 2025.

Born on January 5, 1929 in East Point, Georgia to Charles H. and Ary Myrle Murphy Thompson, Rhett was raised in Thomaston, where her father worked for more than 50 years as an agent with the Central Georgia Railroad.

She received her driver's license at the age of 14 and worked driving to collect materials to support war efforts. After graduating Robert E. Lee Institute, Rhett continued her education at Valdosta State College.

New job opportunities brought her to the Atlanta area, where she met the love of her life, Chelsea W. "Mike" Carmichael and they were married on October 1, 1953. Together they enjoyed more than 60 years playing bridge, golfing, and serving others.


Following her years working in Atlanta law offices, Rhett became personal secretary to Mr. Ed Dodd, the founder/writer of the nationally syndicated conservationist comic strip Mark Trail. Her calligraphy skills can be seen featured in many of these beloved comics.

She found fulfillment with the arrival of their two boys, Andrew and Patrick, whom her and Mike had the rare opportunity to hand pick as their very own and establish their family.

Rhett worked tirelessly at Roswell Recreation and Parks Department and helped to found and establish their very popular gymnastics program.


Rhett stood strong in her faith in our Lord and was an active member throughout the years in the Seekers class at Roswell United Methodist Church, where she held each member near and dear to her heart. She also devoted countless hours to the North Fulton Community Charities where she donated and distributed goods to those in need any and every time she was able to.

Rhett lovingly supported her two boys through numerous sports and extracurriculars, and continued to do so throughout each of their careers and personal endeavors.

Always a student, Rhett later worked to finish her Bachelor's at Kennesaw State and finally Mercer College where she received her Master's Degree in Religion. She loved singing in the Church choir, golfing, and playing bridge, but especially, time with family. Her grandchildren and great-grandchildren were her pride and joy.

Rhett spent her final days surrounded by loving family and friends in her favorite place, the beach.


Rhett is survived by her devoted and loving son Andrew (Andy) A. & Nancy Carmichael of Cumming, GA who took on the role and responsibility of caring for her in her final years; son and U.S Air Force Master Sergeant (Retired) Patrick (Pat) T. & Elizabeth (Beth) Carmichael of Linden, TX; Grandchildren Lindsey E. Carmichael of Alpharetta, Georgia, Andrew (Drew) K. & Kristen Carmichael of Woodstock, Georgia, and Kalia Carmichael of Arlington, Texas; Great-grandchildren Emerson, Sydney, and Andrew (AJ) J., and numerous nieces and nephews. Rhett was preceded in death by her parents and husband, as well as siblings Charles, Hilda Duckworth, George, James, and Joseph.
The family will receive friends and relatives on Tuesday, September 2, 2025 from 4:00-8:00 pm at the Northside Chapel in Roswell, Georgia. A celebration of Rhett's life will be held on Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at 1:00 pm in the Roswell United Methodist Church with Reverend Jeff Ross officiating. After a brief reception, a procession will culminate at Arlington Memorial Park in Sandy Springs, Georgia where she will be laid to rest next to her husband on the lands he developed.
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