Chicago, Illinois
May 28, 1965 – May 24, 2014 (Age 48)
James P. Karr (Jim), 48, Ceo and founder of SteamVolt. Friend, mentor and inspiration to the entire coffee community. Loving partner of Esther Shaw. Beloved twin and friend of Steven (Sharon Shipinski) Karr. Cherished brother of Janet Karr- (Gene) McGahan, Sue (the late Ken) Musselman, devoted uncle of Amelia Karr, Ryan (fiancée Sheila Caporusso) Sean and Kaitlyn McGahan, Jake (Janelle), Bethany and Natalie Musselman, proud great-uncle of Chloe and Lucas Musselman, son of Nancy Karr. Interment private. If you would like to help keep Jim's dream alive, donate to SteamVolt 2950 W. Chicago Ave., Suite 211, Chicago, IL 60622.
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Jim, I only met you a couple times, but your sister Janet is one of my best friends! I love her like a sister and I know how much she loved and cared for you. She will carry you in her heart forever, so you will be with her always. My thoughts and prayers and with you and your family.
Theresa Reppen
May 30, 2014 | Bartlett, IL
Jim,
We always considered you a friend.
You will truly be missed.
Your passion for craft-coffee was evident in all you did for your friends.
Kevin Curtis-Wilbur Curtis
Dan Schneider
Steve Bradley
John Lolli
May 29, 2014
While I didn't know you personally James, I know and love your sister Janet and I know how much love and admiration she had for you. You are in my prayers as well as Janet and the entire family. May the angels be near guiding your path to peace and light. With love, Manuela Guidi
Manuela Guidi
May 29, 2014 | Chicago, IL