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1958
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2024
James Karr Obituary
Born: June 6, 1958 in San Francisco, CA
Died: February 12, 2024 in Marengo, IL
James (Jim) R. Karr from Marengo, Illinois, passed away February 12, 2024 at the age of 65 at NW Medicine Hospital.
Jim was born on June 6, 1958 to Ronald and Hideko Karr, in SF, California. He married his wife Stacey (Crawford) Karr, the love of his life, on April 28, 1990. They had two daughters Kaitlin Bachleda & Johanna Karr, & one granddaughter, Emma Bachleda.
Family was everything & he always made sure everyone was happy. He had a contagious goofiness & humor, in any situation. The love & compassion he had for his family will never be forgotten.
Jim spent 17 years at R/K Autobody in Crystal Lake, Illinois, where he was an autobody collision specialist. He met so many wonderful people that became close friends.
A celebration of life will be held in Jim's honor on March 16, 2024 from 4:30pm to 6:30pm, at Marengo Park District. Feel free to wear your best overalls or flannel in remembrance of Jim.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Craig Maier
February 21, 2024
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Rita & Jim Feltes
February 20, 2024
Jim was a good man who lived quietly and all the while fiercely loving his family. He will be missed by us but also many other people. We love you guys and are here if you need us. <3
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