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DECATUR - Russell W. (Rusty) Carr Jr., 41, of Springfield, formerly of Decatur, died Thursday (May 26, 2011) with loved ones at his side. Private memorial service for family will be held. A celebration of his life will be scheduled at a later date. Arrangements by: Ellinger-Kunz & Park Funeral Home, Springfield. Memorials: Melanoma Research Foundation or Ryan White Foundation. Rusty was born June 23, 1969, in Decatur, the son of Russell W. and Diana Carr. He was a kind and gentle person who touched the hearts of all he met. Even though he encountered much adversity in life, he accepted each day for what it was and took all of his challenges in stride. Rusty will be remembered for his loving heart, giving nature and compassion for others. He enjoyed model-building, fishing, camping and hunting, and he had a passion for rock music. Surviving are his parents, Diana Carr; and Russell W. and Cheryl Carr; grandmother, Frances Taylor; brother, Robert Carr and wife Tonia; sisters, Lori Carr and Dick Brunner; Amy Carr; and Angie Carr; nephews, Jeremy Bone, Gabriel Carr, Ezekiel Carr and Isaac Carr; niece, Bobbi Bone; great-nephew, Ryan Bone; three aunts; and many cousins. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Floyd Taylor; and Russell E. and Mildred Carr. The family would like to extend their gratitude to Jeremiah Elugbadebo and the MHCCI Team at Springfield Mental Health for providing Rusty with continued support over the last ten years. A special thank you to Harbor Light Hospice and the entire staff of Decatur Rehabilitation Health Care Center for giving Rusty thoughtful attention and impeccable care in his final days. Obituary written by family members. Online guest book at http://legacy.com/obituaries/herald-review/

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Published by Decatur Herald & Review on May 29, 2011.

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Lori Carr

June 27, 2011

Mom, I know your sad and how bad you hurt inside, I feel very sad too. I am happy that he isn't suffereing any longer. Rest in peace brother, Love Lori

Mom, Dad Rusty&Lori

June 26, 2011

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Laura Hassinger

June 24, 2011

Diana it had about the for Rusty. He was such an amazing person who had such a big heart and never knew a stranger! I am so glad to have said I knew him. Love you always Laura

don boles

June 16, 2011

Diana,I KNOW YOUR SORROW must be great,we both know he is in a very special place now where every one is the same.he will no longer be different then those around him.You have been there for him for many years and im proud of you for that and im sure RUSTY was always aware of that.Your grief will fade but memories are forever

Sherry an Dorothea Doolin

June 14, 2011

Diana, even though we never met Rusty we listened to you talk about Rusty an everything that he was going through for many years. Our prayers are with you an your family for the loss of Rusty. Diana you were always there for Rusty through all he went through, what a great closer for him an a great job well done!

Scott Taylor

June 12, 2011

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

June 8, 2011

We are truly sorry for your loss. May he forever rest in God's peace.
Phyllis& Mike

Frances Taylor

June 7, 2011

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Carol Hartman

June 4, 2011

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Ashley Riley

June 3, 2011

Bob, my deepest condolences to you Brother!!! I am truely sorry for you and your entire family!!

June 1, 2011

We would like to extend Our deepest sympathy to You and your Family on the loss of your beloved Rusty. Margaret & Larry Doolin Mansfield, Tx

Stefanie Shaffer

June 1, 2011

Thinking of you all today, I hope some of your sadness is fading.
Stefanie

Rusty Carr

June 1, 2011

I wish to express my Deepest Sympathy. I remember the shy sweet little boy he was. And the gentle man he became. May the lord be with you in your time of need.

God bless you

Virginia Carter

Rusty Carr

June 1, 2011

I wish to express my deepest sympathy. I remember the shy sweet little boy he was. And the gentle man he became.May the lord be with you in your time of need.

God Bless
Virginia Carter

May 31, 2011

Diana...
My deepest sympathy on your loss...remember the fun and happy times.
Susan Herzog (La Mesa,CA)

May 30, 2011

To the whole Carr family , I am sorry for the loss of Rusty. Love Stefanie Ruthrauff-Shaffer

Deb Herzog

May 30, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you Diana and your family. You gave so much to him and continue to give so much to your family and others. He was blessed to have such a special mom like you! Eric, Deb & Karlee Herzog

May 30, 2011

Thank to everyone for their expressions of sympathy. It means so much to us. Dave Cunningham, Russ says hi and he misses you.

Phil Gehrken

May 30, 2011

To the Carr family, I just want to express my condolences for your loss. Rusty was a good person. I never met anyone like him. If he was your friend it was a friend for life. Peace Brother.... Until we meet again.

Diana Carr

May 29, 2011

Rusty,I miss your beautiful blue eyes and happy smile. I can not believe you had to leave so soon. i was blessed to be your mother. every day we spent together will remain in my heart until we meet again. You saw only the good in everyone you met never passing judgement. The world woulld be a much greater place if people could see it through your eyes. rusty you will live in my heart forever.So long my son you are in the hands of God
Love Mom

Paula Castleman

May 29, 2011

I am very sorry for your loss and your family is in my heart, my thoughts and my prayers.

May 29, 2011

My heart breaks for those that are missing him. I know how much he was loved and I think he did too.

Cheryl Carr

May 29, 2011

I miss you so much it hurts. i am glad you are no longer suffering.I was so blessed to be able to be your other Mom.
Such a soft , gentle soul, you never complained. You are my hero. I will Love you and miss you always. I have very happy, funny, and fond memories of you.

Steve Massey

May 29, 2011

Rusty and i went to Stephen Decatur High School.Our lockers were not to far apart.He always was friendly to me.You all have my prayers and sympathy.

Terry & Mary Lou Boles

May 29, 2011

Bob & the Family,

We wish to express our deepest sympathy with the passing of your brother. May those fond memories of him provide comfort and strength each and every day. He is now at peace with no more suffering watching over all of us as a guardian angel.

May God Bless!!

Chris Reynolds

May 29, 2011

I will miss you my friend rest in peace my brother

Jean Dintaman

May 29, 2011

I didn't know you but you must have been loved with such a smile sweet, soft gentle soul filled with love. May your soul soar free and your loving precence stay near your loved ones forever to see.

all of us kids

robert carr

May 29, 2011

Robert Carr

May 29, 2011

Ive been with you every day since you went in the hospital,even though i watched you leave this world, i still cant believe you are gone...i am very sad little rusty......love bob carr

jeremy bone

May 29, 2011

hay uncle rusty sry to hear ur gone but ur not in no more pain. i love n miss u

May 29, 2011

Prayers are with you and family. Rusty is in a much better place now without all the pain and daily struggles. May you also have peace and healing through your time of grief.

God Bless,

Linda Coon, Toledo, OH

Steve Chadwick

May 29, 2011

Sorry for your loss. All the pain is gone now. You were a loving blessing for him throughout his whole life but especially when he needed it the most. Now celebrate his life. Remember the good.

Owen Sallee

May 29, 2011

I am so sorry to see Rusty leave us, after so many Prayers for his recovery. Diana, I know how much he meant to you. Love ya!!

May 29, 2011

Sorry for your lose...dave cunningham

Andy Wilson

May 29, 2011

I went to grade school with Rusty & he was a very true friend back then + he will always be in my thoughts, prayers, memories & heart.

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