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1953
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2019
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Tom Carr Obituary
Burlington - On July 8, 2019, Tom Carr completed his earthly tour of duty.
Tom was born in Iowa and joined the U.S. Army in 1953. He served with distinction during the Korean War and returned to Iowa where he married Phyllis Hitchcock in 1955. Phyllis survives him, as do their seven children: Thomas, Kevin, Megan, Philip, Matthew, Michael and Padric.
Tom worked for the Burlington Electric Department for 27 years, managing both the Moran Generating Station and later the J.C. McNeil Station where he was the Project Manager during design and construction of that plant.
Tom also leaves behind Helen Coombs, his best friend and companion for 36 years.
"It was a good life."
Burial will be private.
Please visit www.gregorycremation.com to view the online obituary.
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John
April 4, 2025
Tom was my client, my boss and my friend. He was not born in 1953, that´s when he enlisted in the army.
April 27, 2020
Absolutely one of the best of people. It was good fortune to meet him and get to know him. Have missed him very, very much. He guided me through difficult times as well as inspiring me. Yes, you were beloved on this earth, dear Tom. Have you met up with Smoky? Wishing you all you can eat of cookies like Heidi and I made for you. Love❤.
October 30, 2019
One of the best people I had the good fortune to know. He gave and gave, trusting me to "pay it forward". And I have directed my life in that direction. Tom Carr, you were much beloved. Losing you on this earth is a great loss for us left behind.
Nancy (Kirk) Atherton
July 16, 2019
Dear Carr Family, i'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I remember your dad from the days of Thayer School and later around the New North end.
Cathy Chamberlain
July 15, 2019
So sorry to hear of Tom's passing. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
kim Peters
July 14, 2019
Thinking of you, Matt and your family! Loss is so hard! Love you all!
Dawn and Chuck Setzer
July 14, 2019
So very sad, to hear of Tom's passing. Deepest condolences, to all in his family, and to you, Helen.
Kevin Brown
July 14, 2019
My hero
Leo Burke
July 14, 2019
To The Carr Family,
My family and I are saddened to hear of Tom's passing. We have many fond memories of our days in Burlington as your neighbors. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. May Tom rest in peace.
Sincerely,
Leo
Stacey Lazarus
July 14, 2019
As best man at my wedding, he started me on more than 40 years of a wonderful adventure with the love of my life. Our own relationship was also one of many adventures caving and climbing where he was indeed the best man to have around. For the cavers that read this, he will have stories to tell Floyd Collins. For the non-cavers reading this, his stories and wonderful singing voice will brighten up the heavens. May Tom's memory be a blessing.
Susan Paquette
July 13, 2019
Helen, my condolences on Tom's passing. I remember him as an interesting and tell it like it is kind of guy who did a lot for the Electric department.
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