DAVID-CARR-Obituary

DAVID CARR

1956 - 2015 (Age 58)

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CARR--David. A great loss to journalism, The New York Times, and his fans. Matt Wald, Betsy Wade For Times Alumni

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An amazing reporter with an amazing life story. His book and life have had a positive effect on many as well as his style of journalism. May God strengthen and comfort his family during this difficult time. Psalms 55:22

I worked at The Reader with David. He came to me and asked if we could have lunch. We grabbed a couple sandwiches and went to Lk Of The Isles. David knew at that time I had 5 years clean and he talked about himself. I took David to his 1st 12 step recovery meeting. I am grateful to be his friend. I am sad he is not here. God Grant Me The Serenity To Accept The Things I Cannot Change The Courage To Change The Things I Can And The Wisdom To Know The Diffence. R.I.P. David.

My first day of college, September 1974, I was arranging things in my new dorm home my Loggins and Messina's "Full Sail" album blaring in the background when a big, ungainly stranger with disheveled, curly hair walked in through my open door.

I was at a Poco concert and was talking to Richie Furay backstage afterwards, he stated, as though we had been in the middle of a conversation. Furay said watch out for the next album from these guys (Loggins and Messina). Its gonna be...

To The Carr Family,May you find peace and comfort in knowing our Heavenly Father Jehovah cares for you.1Peter5:7

Sincere condolences from everyone at the Newspaper Guild of New York to the family of our member David Carr.

Dear Jill,
I'm so sad for you and your family... Thinking of you old friend and pal...
Xxoo...Megan

My condolences to The Carr Family 1Pet.5:7 "Throw your burdens on God because he cares for you".

To the family of David Carr.... I knew David from many years ago and was actually in his first wedding to my college room-mate. I have many wonderful memories of David before his addiction took over his life. Even though it has been years since we've been in touch he will still be missed! I wish you and your family comfort in your memories. God Bless you David Carr, may your rest in peace. Best wishes- Jill Eriksson