Royce Preston Carr

Royce Preston Carr, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully with family on February 25th, 2024 in Ft. Worth, Texas. He was 72 years old.
Born on September 28th, 1951 in Texarkana, Arkansas, Royce was son to John Preston Carr and Evelyn Faye Kirby Carr.
He is survived by his loving wife, Deborah Carr; sons & daughters-in-law, Preston & Stephanie Carr, Patrick & Lindsey Carr, Paul & Anna Carr; grandchildren, Royce Preston "Tres" Carr III, Clifton Payne Carr, Emma Claire Carr, Catherine Elizabeth Carr, Lyla Lorraine Carr; sister, Marilyn Carr Chappell & husband, Wayne, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and his beloved uncle, Royce Kirby.
Royce graduated from The University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelors of Arts in Sociology and a Bachelor of Science in Geological Sciences. He went on to have a successful career as a geologist in the oil and natural gas industry.
Royce began his career with the Montana Power Company in Huntsville, TX. He went on to work for Superior Oil in The Woodlands, TX and then went to work for The King Ranch in Kingsville, TX. Royce started working for himself in Mt. Pleasant, TX with his business partner Bill Silk. He was active in the American Association of Petroleum Geologists. Royce served as President of the DPA and received the distinguished services award in 2004.
Royce was known for his generous and thoughtful personality, encouraging attitude, and selfless concern for others. One of Royce's most remarkable qualities is his ability to connect with people from all walks of life. He listened with empathy, understanding their struggles, and extended a helping hand. He was well known for his kindness, sense of humor, and generosity.
Royce had a passion and talent for golf. He enjoyed playing golf with his sons, wife, in-laws, and friends. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, traveling, and spending time on the lake with his family. Royce had a passion for University of Texas Athletics. He loved watching his beloved Texas Longhorns play football, basketball, baseball, and all the post-game discussions with his family and friends.
In his community, Royce was admired for his many efforts in service. He enjoyed coaching his sons, their teammates, and many more Mt. Pleasant youth in baseball and soccer. Royce served on the MPISD School board from 1997 to 2009. He served on the Titus Regional Medical Center hospital board from 2017 – 2024. He was a longtime deacon at First Baptist Church Mt. Pleasant and was very passionate about his Young Adult Sunday school class.
Royce leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness and integrity. He lived for his family, always selflessly provided for them, and was a constant leader and an example of the joy of walking with Christ. His impact is not measured solely by the hours he dedicated but by the lives he put before himself.
Above all Royce cherished his family. He was a devoted and loving husband to Deborah for nearly 50 years. He was a loving and caring father to Preston, Patrick, and Paul, a fun loving "Pop" to five grandchildren. He will be remembered for his unwavering love, support, and guidance. He loved his family unconditionally, as well as many friends, and always knew when to lift them up and encourage them. He will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who had the privilege of knowing him.
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A memorial service to celebrate Royce's life will be held on a March 1st, 2024 at First Baptist Church. Visitation will be at 1pm with the Service at 2pm.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to the First Baptist Church, Mt. Pleasant building fund or Titus County Cares.