Alyce Carol Schmidlapp

Alyce Carol Schmidlapp, 94, of Plymouth, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2026, at Autumn Trace Assisted Living in Plymouth.

Carol was born on September 13, 1932, in Miami County, Ohio, the youngest of nine children born to Jesse A. and Etta (Wood) Macy. She graduated from Covington High School with the class of 1950 and went on to pursue her passion for education at The Ohio State University, earning her bachelor’s degree in education. She later received her master’s degree from Indiana University.

On June 26, 1955, Carol married the love of her life, William L. Schmidlapp, in Tipp City, Ohio. Together they built a life centered around family, faith, education, and love. William preceded her in death on June 10, 2010.

Carol devoted 34 years to teaching at Argos Community Schools before retiring in 1997. Teaching was more than a career for her—it was a calling. She touched countless lives with her intelligence, creativity, determination, and unmistakable spirit. Those who knew her would describe her as creative, feisty, intelligent, and an overcomer—a woman who faced life with strength and never lost her spark.

Her Christian faith was at the heart of who Carol was. She lived her faith not simply through words, but through the way she cared for others. She often sponsored children so they could participate in youth trips and faithfully attended North Salem Church of God for many years before attending Shalom Church. Her generosity and quiet acts of kindness reflected a heart that believed in giving and making a difference in the lives of others.

Carol was also a proud and devoted Ohio State Buckeye fan. Her love for the Buckeyes was something she happily passed down to her children, making sure they knew all the words to the fight song. Her enthusiasm, strong opinions, and sense of humor were part of what made her so memorable and deeply loved.

Above all, Carol treasured her family. She leaves behind a legacy that will live on through her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She is survived by her children, Alane (Steve) Rozelle of Pierson, Michigan; Dean Schmidlapp of Plymouth; and Debra (Len) Wiens of Snohomish, Washington; grandchildren, Tyler (Sarah) Day, Arielle (Jonny) Nabors, Caleb (Jaclin) Day, Nicholas Day, Madison (Emma) Wiens, and Zoe Wiens; and great-grandchildren, Sammi, Norah, Claudia, Carmen, and Anahlee.

Carol was preceded in death by her beloved husband, William; her parents; and her siblings, Emory Macy, Laurel (Thomas) Macy, June Routson, Bernedene Jones, Lorna Pearson, Betty Schwier, Mary E. Jones, and Juanita Smitely.

Carol leaves behind much more than memories. She leaves the lessons she taught, the faith she lived, the laughter she shared, and the love she gave so freely to her family and those around her. Her life was long, full, and meaningful, and she will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing and loving her.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at 10:30 am at Crossroads Church, 1650 North Oak Drive, Plymouth, IN 46563.

Memorial contributions can be made to, Right to Life of North Central Indiana. https://nci4life.org/what-right-to-life-of-north-central-indiana-pro-life/ ,Deserving Artist Scholarship." Checks to: Reflections School of Dance, 3922 148th St SE, Suite 202, Mill Creek, WA 98012 or to Missions to Russia & Pakistan https://kogmissions.com/donate/