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Robert Carr Obituary
September 24, 1931 - December 30, 2014
Robert "Bob" Neil Carr passed away peacefully at home on December 30, 2014, in Gunnison, Colorado.
Bob was born on September 24, 1931, in Hotchkiss, Colorado to Rita and Ernest Carr. He received a bachelor's degree from Western State College in Gunnison and had a long-time profession there as a general contractor specializing in concrete. He also owned and operated a number of residential and commercial rental properties.
Known to many as "Big Bob" or "Big Guy", Bob was a visionary and generous community leader, active in a variety of organizations; Elks, Masons, Eastern Star and local government. He was an avid outdoor sportsman. He loved to hunt and fish, and especially enjoyed expeditions to Alaska to pan for gold, hunt bear and fish for salmon and halibut. In his later years, he enjoyed many successful trips to the Colorado mountain casinos.
Bob is survived by his wife of 15 years, Aetna Goodner-Carr; sister, Eleanor Jane (Jim) Conner of Delta, Colorado; daughters, Cindy (Dick) Viehman of Gunnison; Jo Ellen (Dennis) Davidson of Lone Tree; Sheri (Mike) LaCosse of Norwood, and Kathy Carr (Gale Pickett) of Gunnison; as well as step-children, Lee Ann (John) Mears, Melinda (Daryl) Davis, Tom Holler, and Lisa (Dave) Dennis all of Gunnison. All together Bob's family legacy spans five generations. He was preceded in death by his first wife of 43 years, Betty Jo; his parents; his brother, Don and sister, Beth Ebberts.
A memorial service is scheduled at 11:00 a.m. on January 10, 2015, at the Community Church of Gunnison, 107 N. Iowa St. with a reception following.
In lieu of flowers, and for memorial gifts, the family requests donations be sent to the Gunnison Valley Health Hospice at 120 N. Boulevard, Gunnison, CO 81230 or to Western State Colorado University Foundation, P.O. Box 1264, Gunnison, CO 81230 for athletic scholarships.
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Memories and Condolences
for Robert Carr
Linda & Bill Chambliss
January 25, 2015
When Bill and I first moved to Gunnison back in 1975, we were newly weds with only a kitty in tow looking for a place to live. We met with Bob about renting an apartment in his complex on Gothic. But...we had a kitty, so he said no. We looked and looked for another apartment but with no luck. Oh a whim, we decided to check back with Bob and plead our case. Our Dandy was a sweet kitty and we loved her. We would be really careful...and I even cried. What a soft-hearted guy. He said, "Ok, if you give me a check for a deposit, which I will never cash, and DO NOT tell my wife, I'll let you have your kitty here. He and Sheri even helped us move in. We had a wonderful home there for four years until we bought our first house, and Bob was our first wonderful welcome to Gunnison. We will miss his laugh!
Linda and Bill Chambliss
Sheri Carr-LaCosse
January 15, 2015
I often 'smell' dad. As I pass a cut piece of sheet rock or a newly cut piece of wood I have that memory that stays with me. I spent lots of times with dad on the Gunnison River at the Esty's place snagging salmon. A brutal act to fish that were soon to die. One memory I want to share is that I spent many many days with dad at job sites. I would go for tools left in the truck and take them to dad and his workers. Dad called me his gofer and chief helper. I met many of dad's friends and employers. We had coffee breaks with mom's homemade goodies and frosted raisin cookies. Bud Roberts and Red (Steve Shafer) were right there with us or I was with them. At one time, Mom and Dad discussed that it was probably time for me to spend more time with mom and learn other skills too. I cried and cried. I wanted so to be with dad and had not wanted to stay and help mom. I love both of my parents and am so blessed by them both. I think this is one reason for my love of the outdoors and doing things. Mom shared so many of the loves of dad. Meeting people, encouraging people, doing things for others.
1970s portrait
Kathy Carr
January 12, 2015
last fishing trip to Alaska
Kathy Carr
January 12, 2015
after Grandma Rita's funeral?
Kathy Carr
January 12, 2015
January 10, 2015
My sincerest sympathies to Cindy, Jo Ellen, Kathy and Sheri and all your extended families. Your Dad was one of the true gentle giants in the Gunnison community for so many years and he touched many of us while we were growing up with his kindness, wit, and generosity. He will be missed by many. He was always around, supporting what we were doing as kids. My thoughts are with you today.
Ken Spann
Montrose and Almont, CO
waiting for the bus
Kathy Carr
January 9, 2015
Bob, Don, Beth, and baby Eleanor Jane 1930s
Kathy Carr
January 9, 2015
senior portrait?
Kathy Carr
January 9, 2015
Bob, sister Jane and their pets-- See the chickens in Jane's hand?
Kathy Carr
January 9, 2015
Bob at Sheri's wedding-- Happy Day!
Kathy Carr
January 9, 2015
Ed & Ginny Carr
January 8, 2015
We have some great memories of our "Uncle Bob" as we always called him. One in particular comes to mind. We rented a basement apartment and had a garden level window that we always BBQ'd out of. Someone was alway calling Bob and telling him they thought the apartment building was on fire, but he'd always say "no it's just Ed & Ginny BBQ'ing." Bob helped us tremendously when we were first married and it was greatly appreciated. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. God bless, Ed & Ginny Carr.
Brian Carr
January 8, 2015
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
January 8, 2015
I'm sorry for your loss. Please accept my condolences in your time of grief. I'm one of the Prock kids that went to the old Baptist Church in Hotchkiss. We knew the Carr family, Eleanor, Robert, Donald and Beth. Robert was in my high school graduating class. Athletic and enjoyable. He will be missed. Blessings, Wanda Prock Hunter
Janie Carr Vierra
January 8, 2015
We will all miss dads little big brother ( which dad and Uncle Bob always joked about). I have so many good memories of the time we spent with Aunt Betty and Uncle Bob. We miss them both. All our love and prayers go out to all their girls.
Priscilla Chamblin
January 7, 2015
I have many great memories of Bob. One of the best ones was when he and Betty visited Gabe and me at our home in Mobile. They joined us on our boat for a 40 mile overnight sailing trip. I was worried that we wouldn't have a bunk on the boat large enough to accommodate Big Bob so we arranged for him to get a ride back home that night if he wanted. He wouldn't hear of that and he was the happiest "duck on the pond" that night and on the long sail home the next day! That was one of the most memorable times for us and know it was for Bob as well. Fair winds, my friend!
Jim & Marde Dawson
January 7, 2015
We'll always remember Bob as a wonderful landlord. He was a great friend, grew some amazing tomatoes, and Jim enjoyed teaching him to fly. We last saw him at a Gunnison airshow and received a memorable Bob Carr bearhug. Our prayers to the family. No one will fill his shoes.
Jo Ellen Davidson
January 6, 2015
It was always special to say "I'm Bob Carr's daughter." That meant something to a lot of folks. Here's to you, your giant spirit, and the impact you had on my life and the lives of many. Love you and miss you.
Cindy Viehman
January 6, 2015
Miss you Dad and the twinkle in your blue eyes.
cindy
Cindy Carr-Viehman
January 6, 2015
Miss you Dad. Miss the blue eye twinkle and wink. Cindy
Kathy Carr
January 6, 2015
We miss you Dad!
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