(5150 Dieselz has been asked to escort and attend this run for a fellow American Legion Member. We will meet in Robert's Backyard 21101 Angel St. at 10:15am and leave no later than 10:45am)

The Carmichael Family has requested the PGR to accompany the family patriarch to his final resting place at Bakersfield National Cemetery. I have accepted this request with honor and respect.  

Mr. Carmichael served his country honorably for 4 years as a Medical Technician (MOS 0.50.01) at the USNAF, Litchfield Park, Phoenix AZ. There is no information as to awards, medals or ribbons. 

A memorial service will be held at Tehachapi Community Church 100 East E Street, March 11 beginning at 11:00, with an escorted procession to the Bakersfield National Cemetery following the service.

STAGING AREA: Parking lot of the old hospital. There might be a change of M/C parking location.

                             115 West E Street

                              Tehachapi, CA. 93561

STAGE TIME: 11:15

Brief Time: 11:30

KSU to BNC: 12:15

Arrival at BNC: 12:45

Service Time: 1:15

A reception will be held at the American Legion Hall, 125 East F Street, Tehachapi beginning at 2:00

James (Jim) P. Carmichael passed away at home on Sunday, February 18, following a short battle with cancer. Jim was born February 16, 1942, in Los Angeles. He grew up in Inglewood, Ca and joined the Navy in 1960. Jim and Linda met on a blind date in 1962 and were married in 1966.

Jim was a mentor to many young people as an Assistant Scout Master, Little League Coach and Commander of the United States Naval Sea Cadet Corps Haven Division. He also worked as a machinist in the aircraft industry for over 30 years.

In 2002 Jim and Linda moved to Bear Valley Springs where he spent several years as a Ranger. He was a docent at the Tehachapi Depot Museum, member of VIPS for the Tehachapi Police Department and the Kern County Sheriff’s Department, was a member of the Kern County Pipes and Drums and a member of the Masonic Lodge. Jim was Past Commander of Tehachapi American Legion Post 221 and active in the Bear Valley Springs Veterans Association.

Jim enjoyed photography, playing bagpipes, and all things Scottish. He was most proud of playing the pipes at the Bakersfield National Cemetery to honor his veteran brothers.

Those left to mourn Jim are his wife Linda, his children David, Debra, and Daniel, and his grandchildren Jessica, Anthony, and Riley.