Michael Carswell

February 22, 1980 - November 30, 2016

Michael R. Carswell, 36, of Hoopeston, IL, passed away at 9:40 A.M. Wednesday November 30, 2016 at his home in Hoopeston. He was born February 22, 1980 in Danville, IL, the son of James Allen and Rhonda Carswell. He married Jamie Brougher on August 23, 2014 in Hoopeston. She survives in Hoopeston. He is survived by his mother, Rhonda Carswell of Hoopeston, IL; one daughter, Espyn Carswell of Hoopeston, IL; one step-daughter, Mackenzie Spain; one son, Colin Carswell of Rankin, IL; one brother, Jordan (Jackie) Carswell of Hoopeston, IL; two grandmothers, Carolyn Carswell of Hoopeston, IL and Donna Allen of Hoopeston, IL and several aunts and uncles. He was preceded in death by one grandfather, Bud Carswell. Michael worked construction for several years until his accident. He coached various youth sports, including youth football and girls softball. He enjoyed going to demo derbies, tractor pulls, fishing and camping. Michael also enjoyed playing softball and he and his brother Jordan put together a men’s softball league. A visitation will be held 4:00-7:00 P.M. Monday December 5, 2016 at Anderson Funeral Home 427 E. Main St. Hoopeston, IL. The funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M. Tuesday December 6, 2016 at the funeral home, with Pastor Micah Mobley officiating. Burial will follow in Floral Hill Cemetery in Hoopeston. Memorials may be made in Michael’s memory to the Michael Carswell Memorial Fund C/O First Farmers Bank and Trust 221 Bank St. Hoopeston, IL 60942.