Carl A. Dick, 71, of Elkhart, passed away unexpectedly on March 21, 2026, at his residence. He was born in Elkhart, IN on June 5, 1954, to the late Howard R. and Marion Catherine (Erpenbach) Dick.

Carl is also preceded in death by his great grandchild, Aspen. He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Jane Dick; his children, Chris Manderfeld, Heather Vincze, Michael (Rachel) Dick, Kathryn Dick, and Jeremy Stickney; grandchildren, Alexandra (Cody Rogers) Manderfeld, Tressa (Justin) Dolby, Sara Vincze, Aaron Simpson, Phillip Vincze, Addison Stoddard, Charlie Secor, and Adam Stickney; great grandchildren, Melanie, Indiana, Mason, Owen, Ivy, and Gatlin; and brothers, Mike, Joe, Jack (Kathy), and Jim Littlefield, and Randy (Wanda) Dick.

Carl will be cremated at Billings Funeral Home, 812 Baldwin St. in Elkhart. A celebration of life will be held on Thursday, March 26, 2026 at VFW Post 88, 1519 West Bristol St. in Elkhart from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. with military honors to be rendered. Memorial donations may be given to the Indiana Patriot Guard, 11349 S. 100 E Claypool, IN 46510.

Carl was the rock of his family; he loved his family and always had an inspiring message to share with them when times were tough. He served proudly in the United States Navy and was a member of the local Patriot Guard for many years. Carl was a hard worker who served for over 40 years as a railroad engineer before retiring on October 1, 2017. In his spare time, he enjoyed being on the ocean, whether it was sailing, swimming, or fishing. Sometimes, he and Jane would spend time on the Elkhart River, paddling from Oxbow Park to Studebaker.

Carl loved taking long motorcycle rides, it was his favorite pastime after retirement. However, being with his family made his world complete. Carl loved spending time with his grandchildren and great grandchildren. Having family cookouts where he could cook burgers, brats, and dogs for his family brought him joy and he could make the best glazed ham during holidays. Words cannot express how much Carl will be missed by his family. His lectures, the way he took the time to be a good teacher, and stories of his past made him unforgettable.