Judith Berglund Carmichael
June 21, 1935 – February 21, 2026
Our beloved mother, Judith B. Carmichael “Judy” passed away peacefully on February 21, 2026 surrounded by her family. She was 90.
Judith was born in Youngstown, OH to Eleanor and Ernest Berglund. Judith was preceded in death by her husband, Paul D. Carmichael, Jr. They enjoyed 63 wonderful years together.
Judith has left behind her children, Sherry C. Killion of Wesley Chapel, NC (husband T. Christopher Killion), Kristen C. Olsson of Cupertino, CA, Paul D. Carmichael lll (Chip) of Missoula, MT (wife Malou), and Nevin S. Carmichael of Polruan (Cornwall) United Kingdom, (wife Jane Walker). Judith and Paul shared 9 grandchildren. Family was Judith’s greatest joy.
Judith attended Carnegie Tech (now Carnegie Mellon University). Paul was the first person Judith met on campus. He helped direct her to her dorm when moving in. Judith majored in Home Economics. She became president of her sorority, Kappa Kappa Gamma and sang with the Cameron Choir. Judith and Paul married after graduating from college. During their married life, they lived in Ohio, New York, Kentucky, Connecticut, and finally settled in California. Judith and Paul gathered friends far and wide.
While living in Wilton, CT Judith was active in the Wilton Congregational Church where she served as a deaconess, Wilton Garden Club, and DAR. She was president of both the Wilton Garden Club and DAR for several years. Judith owned her own business, Topiary Designs. Judith and Paul both supported their children’s numerous activities with hours of time given to horse shows, Boy Scouts, Wilton Wahoos Swim Team, many community clubs, hosted the neighborhood Weiner Roast and much more. Judith created a home that was the center of the neighborhood where everyone was welcomed. Her beautiful flower and vegetable gardens were admired by all. Judith was amazing in the kitchen. She loved animals. The house and barn were always full of beloved creatures.
Once relocating to California, Judith had more time to get back to her passion of sewing, giving to others, traveling the world, activities with her friends and Cupertino Senior Center.
Judith and Paul spent 6 months of the year at their vacation home in Anguilla, BWI where they developed wonderful friendships. They cherished every moment there. The Craft Group in Anguilla was a special love of hers. Judy and Paul supported AARF, the Youth Sailing Association and funded scholarships for island students in addition to many other organizations.
Judith most recently resided at MorningStar Assisted Living. A whole new set of friends, both residents and staff became like family. She enjoyed every day to the fullest. Fun, laughter filled meals at “the round table of 8” (or as many more they could squeeze in), crafts, card games, entertainment, movies and outings made her later years extra special.
Judith was an inspiration and light to all with her grace, endless kindness, positivity, inclusion of others, open hospitality, her huge smile, and caring heart. She smiled from her eyes. She is greatly missed by everyone who knew her.
Her memorial will be held in Anguilla at a future date. Friends and family are welcome. The family asks that donations to Second Harvest of Silicon Valley, shfb.org, be made instead of flowers or other gifts.
