Joseph William Carrick returned home to his Heavenly Father on August 18, 2021, at 59 years of age, with his family by his side. Joe was born on July 3, 1962, to Ronald Albert Carrick and Linda Gammon in Provo, Utah, and was the second of six children. He graduated from Provo High, and then served a mission for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Thailand where he developed a deep love for the Thai people.
On October 19, 1983, two months and two weeks after their first date, he married his sweetheart, Deborah Kay Simmonds, in the Salt Lake Temple. Joe’s greatest joy was his family. He loved to gather in his backyard with them, watching his grandchildren play, and visiting with his children. Together as a family they enjoyed their time camping, cycling and vacationing.
As a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Joe faithfully served in many different callings and leadership positions including Bishop, High Counselor, and 1st Counselor in a BYU Stake Presidency. One of his favorite callings was serving as Scoutmaster. He loved the young men and extended his service to include National Youth Leadership Training (Timberline) for many years and received his Silver Beaver Award. Of all the honors he received during his time in scouting, the most treasured were the mentor pins he received from the young men he served.
Joe was a successful business owner and award-winning custom home designer for 35 years. He founded Joe Carrick Design (JCD) 25 years ago and has enjoyed serving the community and building lasting friendships with clients, builders, and other professionals in the industry. It has been his privilege to work professionally with every one of his children, at one point or another, and his legacy will live on through them.

He was a talented artist and craftsman. Joe’s creativity, artistic ability, and attention to detail influenced every aspect of his life including the homes he designed, the landscaping of his yard, and the watercolors he painted. He loved woodworking, cycling, doing projects with his family, traveling, and spending time with his wife, children, and grandchildren.
He is survived by his beautiful wife of 37 years, Debbie Carrick; and his six children: Brian (Dara), Chris (Lindsay), James (Christina), Casey (Brett Wilson), Jason (Larissa), Bryson (Brielle); and 17 grandchildren. He is also survived by his parents, Ron and Linda Carrick; and his siblings: Al (Wendy), Cyd (Kris Cary), Ben (Elinor), Sam (Shellee), and Dan (Kristalee).
Below are the funeral service details for all who would like to attend (wearing of mask’s will be requested):
Viewings:
Wednesday evening, August 25th
6:00-8:00 PM
Thursday morning, August 26th
9:30-10:30 AM
Salem West Stake Center
695 S. 300 W.
Salem, UT 84653
Funeral:
Thursday morning, August 26th
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Salem West Stake Center
695 S. 300 W.
Salem, UT 84653
Funeral services will be livestreamed and available at the link below:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85711869745?pwd=ME5jTG1YeUxzZHVsVnFHUXZVQW00Zz09
7 Condolences for Joseph William Carrick
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Nolan Money says
August 22, 2021 at 1:33 amSo sorry to hear of Bishop Carrick’s passing. What a wonderful man! He will be greatly missed by by his family, friends and all who knew him.
Ross Childs says
August 22, 2021 at 2:10 amWe were so stunned and saddened by the news of the passing of Bishop Carrick. We loved and admired him and his sweet wife, Debbie. We pray for our loving Heavenly Father’s arms to be wrapped around the Carrick family at this difficult time.
Brad Larsen says
August 22, 2021 at 9:13 pmSo sorry to see another relative go. Condolences to Ron and the rest of the family.
Ken Cramer says
August 23, 2021 at 12:39 amI’m so saddened and stunned to hear of Joe’s passing! He was my trainer in the mission field in Thailand. He led and lived a great life after his mission! As a new missionary in such a foreign place, he made me feel safe. We had periods of being close over the past 25+ years. He’s a good man!! God bless all of you!!
Leron Putnam says
August 24, 2021 at 11:05 pmGod bless the Carrick family. I served with Joe in Thailand and have been able to share some great memories of this Land we both love. I know he had been looking forward to seeing the Temple completed there.
Delwyn and Francine Berrett says
August 26, 2021 at 3:15 pmDelwyn and I are so sorry to hear of Joe’s death. We love your family and wish we could come to the funeral. He will be missed by all who knew him. Our love and prayers go out to all of you.
Lynne Glassford says
August 26, 2021 at 8:30 pmMy deepest sympathies to you and your family. We are so sorry you are going through this!
You are in our prayers!
Love Rich and Lynne Glassford
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