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Claude CARR Obituary
He retired this year after 32 years as a lieutenant in the Poquoson Fire Department, and was a member of the Poquoson Volunteer Fire & Rescue Squad. He was a graduate of the second ever Paramedic Class in Virginia, and served as an EMT instructor for departments throughout the area. In 2009, Bunky received the honor of a life membership into the Poquoson Volunteered Fire & Rescue Squad.
Bunky served on the Poquoson City Council from 1996-2000, and was a member of Tabernacle United Methodist Church. He held numerous positions in the North-South Skirmish Association; was a member of the Old Dominion Dragoons; a life member of the Buck Run Hunt Club, Kilmarnock, Va.; a member of the National and Virginia Fox Hunters Association; and was a Hunter Safety Instructor with the Dept. of Game and Inland Fisheries.
Bunky was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Margaret Kathryn and Robert Thomas Firth; paternal grandparents, Texie Viola and Joseph Golden Carr; and mother-in-law, Nedra West.
He is survived by his loving wife of 31 years, Sharleen West Carr; a daughter, Amber Len Carr Huffman and husband, Andrew; a son, Stephen Thomas Carr; a granddaughter, Shealyn Paige Huffman; his parents, Opal Kathryn and Claude J. Carr Sr.; two sisters, Margaret Connell and Viola Wilkinson and husband, James; father-in-law, James C. "Mickey" West; two brothers-in-law, James E. West and wife, Melanie, and Robert T. West and wife, Cortney; and several nieces and nephews, Tillie Wilkinson, Trae Wilkinson, Stacey Connell, Stephanie Connell, and Matthew West.
The family will receive friends tonight from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at Claytor Rollins Funeral Home, and other times at 692 Poquoson Avenue, Poquoson. A funeral service, with full Fireman's Honors, will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Tabernacle United Methodist Church by the Rev. Milford C. Rollins. Bunky's ashes will be scattered at a later date at some of his favorite places.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Poquoson Fire & Rescue Dept., 830 Poquoson Ave., Poquoson, VA 23662. Online condolences to www.claytorrollins.com.
The family expresses special thanks to his aunt, Myrna Champ; his cousin, Karen Jackson; Sharleen's aunt, Mary Ann Edwards; her cousin, Karen Rollins; and Gail Bristow for their long devoted hours and loving care to Bunky and his family. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Claude CARR
Sal Russo
June 2, 2010
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of Bunky. He was a good man and will be missed. Our prayers go out to the whole family and may they find peace and comfort through these hard times.
Vicki Karayan
June 2, 2010
Sharleen, Amber and Stephen, your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Bunky and your whole family made me feel like I really belonged in Poquoson, not like an outsider. Bunky came to my rescue many times when Jared was deployed. You are family and I feel your loss but know he is pain free and up in heaven enjoying the peace. I hope you too find peace and comfort during this time. With love and friendship
Chris Hess
June 2, 2010
This was truly a shock to hear. Bunky gave so much to so many people. I have many great memories of my time at the Poquoson Fire Department with Bunky. My prayers are with the entire Carr family.
David Stavely
June 1, 2010
Thoughts and prayers to the Carr family. For 6 years I learned many lessons in Fire/EMS from Bunky. He was a great man/mentor. He will truely be missed by many
Stephan Southard
June 1, 2010
Bunkie, thanks for giving me the chance to become an EMT. You will be missed but never forgotten.
Erica Cutrona
June 1, 2010
Wow what a true loss to our profession. I love working with him at Mar Mac for 2 years.... Thoughts and prayers are with your family and your dept family.
Deanne Marshall
June 1, 2010
I am very sorry to see that Bunky passed to the Heavenly Fire House...I remember him foundly trying to teach this old dinosaur new rescue tricks in 1999. I remember most about his unique way of explaining diabetes. I use his cartoons to explain to my grandmother about her medicine and food intake.
Deanne A. Marshall, EMT-B retired, CNA
Jim Jones
June 1, 2010
Sharleen, Amber and Stephen,
May God bless you all during this time. Bunky is a great man who has influenced so many people. I remember the days that he would coach me and guide me as a young EMT and Fireman, I take away a lot of lessons from my days at the Poquoson Fire Department and Bunky was a big part of them. I can recall some very funny times I spent with him and the crew at the Fire Station and some times I was able to visit and get to know you all as well. These will be memories I will hold forever. God Bless you all and know Bunky and all of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jared Karayan
June 1, 2010
Sharleen, Amber, and Stephen Words can not express my sympathy for you and the pain you must be feeling. Bunky along with all of you have been among the BEST friends a person could have ever asked for. I will sorely miss him as I know you will too. I take solace in the fact that he is in Heaven looking down on us has he has careed for us all for so many years. I will always treasure our visit last summer and the BBQ our families shared together on that trip. Please know you are all in my prayers and thoughts always. I love you all! May God Bless you and keep you!
Craig Brauer
June 1, 2010
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of Bunky, he was a great man, and will be missed.
Brian West
June 1, 2010
Sharleen, I am sorry to hear about Bunky. Atleast her is not suffering anymore. I will keep you and the rest of the family in my prayers.
John Rowe
May 31, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Karen Strode
May 31, 2010
Sharleen & Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I haven't seen you or Bunky for so long, but, have never forgotten the memories with you from 4-H and Bunky from the PHS Band. I remember one day Bunky and I were goofing off at band practice and I accidently shattered the lense of his watch with some drum screw that fell in the wrong place. His watch! It was an accident and we were both guilty. He had gotten it for Christmas, and, was most upset. I felt so bad, but, I believe his mother had the cover replaced and the watch ended up being OK. Being a native of Poquoson, I'm sure Bunky has been on the first response to help my family members and I appreciate his career to EMS and the FD. May you and yours find comfort in our Lord in that one day you will all join again, and, that he is shining in Heaven. My sincere sympathy.
Karen (Bunting) Strode '76
Betty Hornsby-Mcgraw
May 31, 2010
We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family, that God will bring comfort to your hearts
Vickie Prince
May 31, 2010
Sharleen,
I am so sorry to hear about your husband. It has been a long time since our banking days, but I think of my Poquoson friends often. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Jaimie Chandler
May 31, 2010
Tex and I-along with our children-would like to offer our deepest sympathies to the family. We have known Bunky for most-if not all of our lives-and he has always been a source of joy to be around. My children remember him for his kindness, encouraging words when medals were won and of course his icecream at skirmishes. We love you guys and want you to know that we are here for you wholeheartedly.
Ed Owens
May 31, 2010
Sorry to hear of the loss of Claude.We have lost a great man.Our thoughts and prays will be with the family
Brenda Linville
May 31, 2010
My thoughts & prayers are with all that knew & loved Bunky. May your memories bring comfort until you meet again.
Cheryl Nicholas
May 31, 2010
Dear Sharleen, Amber and Stephen,
Please accept my prayers, thoughts and tears in the loss of Bunkie. What a special guy! His warm smile will be missed greatly. Please take comfort in knowing that there is no more suffering and that he is waiting to greet each of you home once more. Remember only the good times and try to rid yourselves of the times that were not so good. Comfort comes in waves of memories, so may you have an ocean of memories to flood your lives forever. Please call if I can lend a shoulder to cry on, a hand to lead you thru the difficult days ahead or an ear to listen.
with love to all,
Cheryl
Mike Beach
May 31, 2010
Sorry to hear about the lost of Claude. Seeing Claude and Stephen running there hounds and smile on his face. Claude will be missed by many.
Mike Beach
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