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Rickey Carlin Obituary

Rickey Lee Carlin, 65, unexpectedly passed away on September 9, at his home in Colorado Springs. He was born on September 23, 1943 in Murfreesboro, Tennessee to James Donald Carlin and Bernice Lillian Carlin (Yockers). Rick was a well respected man in the Colorado auto industry with having been a local Dodge dealer for over 30 years. One of his greatest accomplishments was the dealership he built at the Powers's Auto Park in 2003. In 2006, he sold the family business and decided it was the right time to retire. Rick will always be remembered for his shrewd business sense, his generosity to his friends and family, his great sense of humor, and his love for the Broncos, golf, the NY Times crossword puzzle, and the game of gin. He and Camille treasured their winters in Scottsdale, AZ where they made many good friends. It was also there that he enjoyed spending the holidays with his children and grand children. Rick is survived by his wife of 8 years, Camille Carlin, his two daughters Leslie Carlin of Sierra Vista, AZ, Terri (Bill) Grubb of Gilbert, AZ, and step-daughter Tara Loo. He will also be greatly missed by his grandchildren Kaitlyn and Bill Grubb and Madison and Isabella Tittle and his Siamese cat Chula. Rick is also survived by his brothers Ron Carlin (Liz Carmichael) of Castro Valley, CA, and Jim Carlin Jr. of Houston, TX and several nephews and a niece. Funeral services will be held at Saint Paul Catholic Church, 9 El Pomar Rd, COS,CO, 80906 on Monday, September 14 at 1 p.m. Interment will follow at Evergreen Cemetery, followed by a celebration of his life. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Rick's memory to the Rocky Mountain Cancer Center Foundation, 3027 N. Circle Drive, COS, CO 80909.

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Published by The Gazette from Sep. 12 to Sep. 13, 2009.

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Rex Wade

September 15, 2009

Dear Camille, Leslie and Terri;
My thoughts and prayers are with you...
Rick has been a friend for so many years, with many memories...I share the sorrow of your loss...
Love,
Rex A. Wade

Kelly Cummings Snyder

September 14, 2009

Dear Camille and Family-

I am so sorry for your loss - Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Fondly - Kelly Cummings Snyder and Family

Larry Folks

September 14, 2009

Camille,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this tragic time. I am so sorry I could not make the services, but am certainly thinking of all of you. We will all miss his wit.


Co Springs and Mesquite

Joe & Billie Faricy

September 14, 2009

We were saddened to hear of Rick's passing. Please know our thoughts
and Prayers are with you.

Dave Schuttig

September 14, 2009

Dear Camille and Family,

I am grateful that I was able to get to know Rick over the last few years and was saddened at the news of his passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.

Dave Schuttig

Mike Wentrup

September 13, 2009

Camille,
I don't have to tell you what a great loss we feel for our dear friend Ricky. Most of all my deep feeling for Rick as a personel friend. Our prayers go out to you and your family at this sad time.
Mike and Debbie Wentrup......Scottsdale

September 13, 2009

Dear Terri and Family,

We know that you are taking the loss of your father very hard. Your neighborhood friends are all thinking of you and praying for you during this difficult time. We are all here for you to offer our friendship, shoulders to cry on, and meals to feed you!

With Love,
Your friends in Gilbert, AZ

Al & Eileen Hand

September 13, 2009

Dear Camille,
We are sincerely sorry to learn of your wonderful Rick's passing. We understand the emotions involved in preparing for an untimely farewell for a loved one. We extend to you and Rick's family our deepest expression of sympathy, Eventually, may you find peace. It has been a great pleasure hearing Ricky's many jokes and sharing golfing rounds filled with his sense of humor. He will be missed by many!
Al & Eileen Hand

Pamela Parker

September 13, 2009

We are thinking of you and so sorry for your loss.
Pamela and Stevvi

September 13, 2009

We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad time.

Love,
The Green Family
Sherry, Marshall, and Sam

George & Marilyn Noel

September 13, 2009

Camille, Terri, Leslie, Jimmy, & Ron
We are so sorry to hear of the death of a great friend. Marilyn just happens to be in Colorado Springs for her granddaughter's first birthday and will be at the funeral. My health has not been good either the last several years. Rick was a great friend. We had some great times together. I wish we had kept in touch over the last several years. Our sympathy for this loss is with all of you. He will be missed. We will keep all of you in our prayers.
George & Marilyn Noel

September 12, 2009

Camille,
We were so sad to learn of Rick's passing. We remember him as always happy, smiling, sharing a laugh with his friends and in love with you. We will miss him and we wish you comfort and love during this very difficult time.
Our deepest sympathy,
Roger and Roberta King

Darren Carlin

September 12, 2009

Leslie, Terri, and Camille, we are so very sorry for your loss. Uncle Rick was one of the most honorable individuals in our 'Carlin clan'. His integrity was above and beyond reproach. He was a smart and savvy businessman. We looked up to him, and asked him for direction on life matters. Our family has suffered a great loss. Our best wishes to you and the grandchildren.
Love Darren, Christi, and DJ Carlin

Carolyn Lawson

September 12, 2009

Rick was one of my dearest and longest friends and even though I didn't see him often, I knew he was always there for me. I shall miss him very much. My Mom and I enjoyed seeing him in Arizona this spring. My sincere sympathy to his family. I know he loved them all very much.

Rikki & Ernie Richardson

September 12, 2009

Camillle: We were so sorry to hear of Rick's passing. At this time of sorrow, may you find comfort in the thoughts and sympathy of all those who care about you.

Brenda & Bill Allen

September 12, 2009

Camille and family,
We are deeply sadden by the loss of your husband and father. May happy memories help you through this sad time. The Gainey Grill will not be the same without Rick, he will be missed by all who knew him.
Love,

September 12, 2009

Camille, I am so very sorry, I know what you are going through and it's very hard. I'm thinking about you and hopefully I can be here for you. Blessings, from your golfing friend, Connie Seegmiller

RICK VELLIQUETTE

September 12, 2009

I was very sadden by the news of Mr. Carlin's passing. I always enjoyed taking care of the Carlins & their friends (and hearing of their recent golf outings) when they came into JOSEPH'S FINE DINING. Mr. Carlin was a class-act and will be missed.

Cottie Johnson

September 12, 2009

So very sad all the way out here in California.....indeed he was one of the Dodge Boys, but those of us who knew him know he was a Mercedes man at heart. 2 years ago I told him of my "new" 1979 450sl and his response was a hearty "congratulations" with an "it's about time." Then he impressed upon me the importance of the design of the "Pagoda" top....ah, to talk cars with him just once more...I learned the concept of "it's not over til it's over" from Rick and I guess now, well, it's over!

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