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Tom was a self-employed brick mason who worked hard to provide for his family. He married Jackie (McQuate) Carr on April 2, 1983 and together with his son; Travis started Tom's Masonry Service in Alum Bridge, West Virginia. Later changing the name to Carr's Masonry Construction in Princeton, Iowa. Tom enjoyed living on his farm in West Virginia and exploring the forest and mountains.
He is survived by his children; Travis and Brittany Lynn Carr of the home, grandchildren; Jacklyn Renee and Sage, sisters; Julian "Judy" Rose of Wichita, Kansas and Diane Wade of Ohio, mother-in-law; Nora McQuate, sister-in-law; Lynette Hines and nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his wife; Jackie who died November 3, 2020, his parents, brother; Chuck Carr, father-in-law; Carl McQuate, brother-in-law; Patrick McQuate and sister-in-law; Deanna McQuate.
There will be a family memorial service at a later date. Matteson Funeral Home is honored to serve the Carr family and the community. The family would find great comfort is you shared a memory or pictures of Tom on the funeral home website's at mattesonfh.com
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LouAnn Rose
August 14, 2025
You will always be in our hearts. We will always love you. Love your sister Julia, brother-in-law Richard, and niece LouAnn Rose .
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