Laurence Carr

Larry was a retail grocery man inside and out. He and Barney were great men and had the pleasure to be a partner in Valdez store.

My grandparents, Clifton and Mable Nichols, built the North Star Motel on Gamble Street, one door down from Carr's grocery (the log cabin Presbyterian church was between; it is now the Crossroads Bar). In 1956, "Grandma Nick" would often send me, an 8-year old, to the store with a few dollars to purchase ingredients for the next meal. She'd remind me that if I couldn't find what I was looking for to find Larry "and he'll help you." He always did. Years later, (our family had left Anchorage...

Mr Carr was certainly an inspiration and a model human being. I was fortunate to be able to cook him some healthy meals for a time in his Indian Wells residence and he was an inspiration to me to continue to grow my company (Native Foods Cafes) no matter the obstacles and that you can be successful as well as generous and kind.

My condolences to you Mrs. Carr as I know it must be hard, you were two very loyal loving Leos to each other! God Bless you and God Speed Mr. Carr!

Working for and knowing Larry Carr for ten years is one of the greatest periods of my life. A more honest and sincere man never served Alaska or Alaskans. He will be missed. My condolences to Wilma and the family.

For 13 years I had the privilege to serve as an administrator at Alaska Pacific University. during those years, I observed Mr Carr acting as a leader and guide on the Board of Trustees. His honesty, sincerity, and candor during some very rough times is something I will never forget.

On a number of occasions, Mr. Carr would ask me to identify a couple of students to work at his home during events at the house. Parking cars etc. Mr Carr always made it a point to talk to the...

Our condolences to the Carr family! You are in our thoughts and prayers.

A mark of a true leader is often known after their passing. Larry Carr was known by many Alaskans years ago and without doubt his legacy will be forever. Thanks for your wisdom and kindness.

Larry’s lifetime commitment to the public good is a model for all of us. He understood democracy as a vehicle of fairness, truth, and equality. His engagement in politics and his gifts to the community were not self-serving. Instead, they were genuine acts of generosity that forwarded justice, respect, and opportunities, so his fellow citizens could enjoy better lives. His kindness and openheartedness will be greatly missed. My heart goes out to his family in this time of loss.

My sincere condolence to the Carr family. Larry was a truly beautiful, thoughtful, honest man..

Rita Gravel White (Bozeman, Montana)