Carl R. Pampel, 93, lifetime resident of Remington, passed away at 1:12 AM Thursday, June 28, 2018 at his residence surrounded by family.

He was born July 30, 1924 in Remington to the late Lester “Guy” and Bertha (Armold) Pampel. Carl was a 1943 graduate of Gilboa High School.

Carl served in the United States Army during the Pacific Theatre stationed in occupied Japan. He was selected to be part of one of the first Honor Flights to Washington D.C in honor of WWII veterans. His marriage was to Deloris Hackley in 1944 in Remington. She preceded him in death on January 16, 2007.

Carl was a member of the local Masonic Lodge, Indianapolis Shrine, Jasper County Council for 8 years, active in the Jasper County Republican Party, American Legion Post 280 for 72 years, and also proudly served as Legion Baseball Chairman for several years.

Carl was owner operator of Remington Ready Mix from 1958 to 1985, and then he worked for Irving Materials until retirement in 2000. In his spare time, he enjoyed mowing, fishing, and spending time with his family.

Carl is survived by his two sons, Terry (wife: Nancy) Pampel of Gulf Shores, AL, and Don (wife: Denise) of Remington, daughter-in-law, Connie Pampel of Monticello; sister, Faye Marie Longest of Remington. Also surviving are 6 grandchildren, Dodi, Eric, Tony, Dan, Dana, Darcy, and 13 great-grandchildren.

Preceding him in death along with his parents and wife are a son, Larry Pampel, siblings, Glen, Arlyne, Judy, and his companion, Tomoko.

Friends may call from 4 PM (EST) until the time of Memorial Service 6 PM (EST) Thursday, July 5, 2018 at Stitz-Clapper Funeral Home of Remington. Immediately following memorial service, there will be a celebration of life dinner held at the nearby Fulcher Center. Inurnment will be held in Remington Cemetery at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made in Carl’s name to Fountain Park Chautauqua.