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Billy Moore CarlislePassing: December 17, 2019

Service:

Chastain Funeral Home

Saturday, December 21st @ 2:00 p.m.

Visitation:

Chastain Funeral Home

Saturday, December 21st @ 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Cemetery:

Mitchell Cemetery

Saturday, December 21st

MITCHELL – Billy Moore Carlisle, 87, passed away Tuesday, December 17, 2019, at Mitchell Manor.

Born November 29, 1932, in Carroll County, Kentucky, he was the son of Shirley Lee and Effie (Banks) Carlisle.  He married Mary Evelyn Sproessig September 30, 1955.

Billy retired from the Department of Natural Resources with 24 years of service and was property manager at Spring Mill State Park for 14 years.  He was a member of Fishing Creek Chapel, a Sagamore of the Wabash and a Kentucky Colonel.  Billy was a loyal fan of University of Kentucky and the New York Yankees.

Surviving:
wife,
Mary Carlisle of Mitchell
children, Chris Lyn (Kay) Carlisle of Mitchell
Cheryl Lea (Mike) Holland of Paoli
Carey Lane (Judy) Carlisle of Bedford
Clayton Loren (Kathy) Carlisle of Oolitic
grandchildren,
Aimee Lynn (Brian Phillips) Carlisle
Matthew Adam (Trish) Carlisle
Jedediah Lyn (Tasha) Carlisle
Tyler Collins
Zachary Avery (Jamie) Holland
Billy Gene (Jenny) Holland
great grandchildren,
Jamison, Aiden, Sadie, Jaden, Margaret, Evelyn, and Allison
brother,
Freddie (Charlotte) Carlisle of Lancaster

His parents; grandson, Jeffrey Carlisle Holland;  and siblings, Nanny Jean Morgan, Dorothy Bess North, and Gerald Carlisle,  preceded him in death.

Funeral service will be at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, December 21, in the Memorial Chapel of Chastain Funeral Home & Cremation Center with Reverend Lewis Williams and Reverend Reggie Clark officiating.  Burial will be in Mitchell Cemetery.

The family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. until the service on Saturday at the funeral home.

Memorial Gifts:  Mitchell Manor

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16 Guest Comments

  1. Guest: Liz Dunn | Athens ohio
    Date: April 7, 2020
    When I was a new employee at IDNR State Parks, I was encouraged to visit all the park properties and meet the property managers. This was about 1990. I can’t remember any of those first visits, except the one with Billy Carlisle. He really seemed to “own” that park. It was so personal. Besides imparting all sorts of useful tidbits of information, he took me into the woods with the regional supervisor, had me close my eyes, and brought me to the base of a special, huge tree, then had me open my eyes. It was stunning. But it also said a lot about Billy Carlisle. I felt he was sharing something really special; something I’d understand. I could never forget him.
  2. Guest: Alan | Orleans, IN
    Date: December 28, 2019
    So sorry for your loss. I met Billy while visiting Maurice at Mitchell Manor and I looked forward to visiting with him as well. He was always ready with a smile and asked how I was doing every time I came in.
  3. Guest: Tommy Cooper | Mitchell Indiana
    Date: December 27, 2019
    So sorry
  4. Guest: Patsy Bates | Santa Claus, IN
    Date: December 23, 2019
    Mary, Chris, Cherie, Carey and Clay. Our deepest sympathy goes out to each of you and your families. Billy was part of a vanishing kind of man. He could do anything he set his mind to do! Anytime there was a need for help in the community, he was right there. Bob and I regret that we lost touch as the years passed but, we will never forget all the wonderful memories we have of your years at Lincoln State Park. Our love and prayers to each of you.
  5. Guest: Linda & Rick Bratcher | Brownsburg, IN
    Date: December 20, 2019
    Mary and Family - So sorry for your family's loss. So difficult during the holiday season for sure. Our deepest sympathies to all of you. Rick & Linda Bratcher
  6. Guest: Judy Williams | Mitchell
    Date: December 20, 2019
    My sincerest sympathies on your loss.
  7. Guest: Nancy Moore | Mitchell, IN
    Date: December 20, 2019
    So sorry for your family’s loss. He has been a part of Mitchell for many years. As I am now in Alabama I will not be able to come to the calling but know my prayers are with you.
  8. Guest: Beth M Snyder | Jeffersonville, IN
    Date: December 20, 2019
    Billy was a fantastic property manager for Spring Mill State Park. He always had a smile and was welcoming to all. He worked with me to give Girl Scouts great experiences at the park; Day Camp, Earth Day, Spring flower and night bird (owl) walks. He was generous of his time and supported the community. I will always be grateful he let me set up an "Archaeological Biblical Dig" at the youth camp site for the Presbyterian/Methodist VBS! I look forward to seeing him again in our heavenly home.
  9. Guest: Charlene Hall | Bedford, in
    Date: December 19, 2019
    Carey, Judy and family - I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
  10. Guest: Charlene Hall | Bedford, in
    Date: December 19, 2019
    I am so sorry for your loss.
  11. Guest: Pam and Tom Hughes | Memphis, TN
    Date: December 18, 2019
    Clay we’re so sorry to hear about your dad. Know we are thinking of you and your family. If you get a chance I’d love to hear from you. Pam and Tom
  12. Guest: Dawn (Sissy Burton) Ribelin | Indianapolis
    Date: December 18, 2019
    To Billy's Family...My heart and Prayers go out to each one of you. Billy was a sweet man that everyone who knew him loved him. My God be with you all through the holidays and lift your hearts remembering all the fun times you've had with Billy.
  13. Guest: BRENT AND CARLA GEARY | Lake Wales, FL
    Date: December 18, 2019
    MARY AND FAMILY OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO EACH OF YOU. BILLY WILL BE TRULY MISSED BY ALL WHO KNEW HIM. HE WAS A GREAT MENTOR TO ME WHEN I WENT ON THE SCHOOL BOARD. HE TOLD ME ''SON, THIS IS A NEW EXPERIENCE FOR YOU, SO JUST SIT BACK, ABSORB AND STUDY THINGS BECAUSE YOUR ACTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOR THE BETTERMENT OF THE SCHOOL CHILDREN AND OUR SCHOOL SYSTEM. A WISE MANS ADVICE. BRENT AND CARLA GEARY
  14. Guest: Sam Bond | Springville, IN
    Date: December 18, 2019
    A great man. Billy loved his community in an old school manner. He put his actions into that philosophy. We're much better off for him.
  15. Guest: Danelle Bush | Orleans, IN
    Date: December 18, 2019
    My condolences to the family for the loss of a wonderful man. Thoughts and prayers are with you.
  16. Guest: Janet and Charlie | Mitchell
    Date: December 18, 2019
    Mary and family, We were so sorry to hear about Billy. He..and you are very special to the Noe family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.

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