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for Rex Carr
Joyce Ess
June 2, 2015
When I returned to work for Mr. Carr in 2000 after being gone for 15 years, he was still a very intimidating force to me and sometimes I was afraid to ask him questions for fear of looking ridiculous. I remember one day I had to ask him a question about a case he had asked me to work on so I said to him, "Mr. Carr, may I ask you a stupid question?" to which he replied, "Well, let me ask you a question first. Do you already know the answer?" to which I replied, 'No", and he said, "Well, then, it isn't stupid, is it?" I will never forget that moment when Olympus descended to earth. Miss you, Maggie & Marie a lot!
JoAnn Richter-Hill
June 1, 2015
Rex Carr was a long-time friend. I valued his advice I originally baby-sat for his children when they were young (formerly Sommers). I was a friend of Edna and Eric, initially. He will be sadly missed by all. Prayers to the family.
barbara groshong
May 4, 2015
BEST sailor ever!!!
Mark & Val Willman
May 3, 2015
We send our condolences to the Carr family. Mark's mother and Rex were cousins of the same age. We pray the spirit of Jesus will comfort you in your loss. We love you cousins and pray for unity in the love of the Lord as you reflect the on life of Rex. May God bless you with His peace.
Peggy Lewis LeCompte
May 2, 2015
My heartfelt sympathy to the family of Rex Carr - an attorney like no other. His contributions to the communities and persons he served are a part of his legacy of life. He will be sorely missed by those of us who had a chance to interact with him as a compassionate attorney and as a compassionate and caring person. I remember so well his work and presence with Local 1220's East St. Louis Federation of Teachers. I remember so well his work and presence with the NAACP and his generosity to other organizations. Thank you Rex.
May the family and friends be soothed and sustained as they bid farewell to this "Man for all Seasons".
Peggy Lewis LeCompte, Former President-East St. Louis Federation of Teachers, Local 1220
Bill Miller
May 2, 2015
I'm sad to hear about Rex's passing. He has been a great neighbor - so easy going and never a harsh word. Just a friendly wave as he loaded the dogs in his car and took off down the street. My condolences to the Carr family.
Lisa & Dennis Pyeatt
May 2, 2015
My in-laws from E St. Louis knew Rex years ago and sold him solid oak furniture. I had the pleasure of meeting Rex one day at his office back in 1995. He walked in and offered me an apple. He was so exhuberant! Made quite an impression on me.I am delighted to have been able to meet him. Today is a beautiful day to say until you meet again. God be with Rex and his family.
May 1, 2015
My condolences to the Carr family. Rex helped us with a horrible medical malpractice case in 1983. More than once I saw tears in Rex's eyes when he would see my 40 year old husband and saw what he could no longer do due to doctors' mistakes. He was a brillant lawyer and a wonderful human being. He will, I'm sure, continue fighting for us "little guys".
Diane Eyre
Paul Ingle
May 1, 2015
Sailing is something important I did with Rex. He welcomed me in with such openness, included me when I was a stranger, brought me in to his crew and introduced me to his son and to his friends. Now they are my friends and sailing is something important I will always do with Rex.
Fair Winds my friend...
Beverly Fiss
May 1, 2015
Rex was my neighbor for 40 years. I always enjoyed our conversations about his dogs, sailing, traveling and the infamous dioxin trial. I will miss his driving/flying down our hill with the dogs' heads hanging out the window. He was a good man respected by many.
Rose Statham
May 1, 2015
Dear Glen & all the Carr family ~
I was a teacher at Emge when the children went there. They were a joy to know. Mr. Carr helped us greatly during our time of need and we will always appreciate that. Please accept our deepest sympathy in your loss.
Lisa Camacho
May 1, 2015
I have never known anyone like Mr. Carr...nor will I again. He was the most genuine, caring, moral person I have ever met, he will be missed. My thoughts are with the the Carr family.
Beverly Redd-Bates
April 30, 2015
My sincere condolences to Mr. Carr's family. I was very fond of Mr. Carr. We shared many laughs. My prayers are with Pat and the Carr family.
Alicia Hodges
April 30, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. He came in Hitching Post many times with a smile on his face! Eric my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Jeff Schaltenbrand
April 30, 2015
Glenn,
So sorry for your loss, my condolences to you. It's been a few years, I hope all is well for you and your family. my prayers are with you.
Mark Carlie
April 30, 2015
Dear Rex Carr Family - Our firm, Stone Carlie & Company CPAs, is honored to have served Rex for many years. He treated us kindly, respected our advice, introduced us to many of his colleagues, trusted us with his financial and personal affairs, and was a loyal friend to our firm and Carl Carlie for decades. We always admired him for his creativity, tenacity, hard work, and the influence he had on those around him. We join you in missing Rex.
Della & Eva Castillo
April 29, 2015
Our Deepest condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Vera Baker
April 29, 2015
I would like to extend my condolences to the Carr Family. Mr. Carr was one of my neighbors a nice man. He looked out for me in his own way. I will miss seeing him drive by (quickly) in and out of the neighborhood.
Tony Corbett
April 29, 2015
Rex will be missed by many at Lake Carlyle. My Dad and I will always remember competing with Rex on the race course in the S2 7.9 class years ago. When we first started sailing at Lake Carlyle we were in awe of Rex and his light blue boat sailing up and down the lake in all types of weather conditions. As the years past we were always happy to see Rex and his crew sail past us as both crews would exchange pleasantries. Rex you will be missed but not forgotten by this crew and you will always be a part of the lore of Lake Carlyle. Thanks for The Memories Don and Tony Corbett
Vera Baker
April 29, 2015
I would like to extend my condolences to the Carr family. Mr. Carr will be truly missed as my neighbor who had his own way of looking out for me. I will miss him driving (quickly) by with a wave and a smile.
Sharon Crockett
April 29, 2015
I want to extend my heart felt sympathy on behalf of all the members of Local 1220 to the Carr family. I did not know him personally but I've always heard great stories about his support of East St. Louis Federation of Teachers Local 1220 from Mr. Joe Lewis. For that I grew to have a lot of respect for Mr. Carr. He was very special to us and good memories of him will always be with us.
Local 1220 President,
CINDY TAYLOR
April 29, 2015
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. REX WAS A WONDERFUL NEIGHBOR, AND I ADMIRED HIS LOVE FOR ANIMALS.
Scott & Carla Frillman
April 29, 2015
My heart is truly saddened by the loss of this tremendous man! I grew up with Eric, Bruce, and the rest of the family. He always made sure we could play in the pool, had plenty to eat and drink, and never had a bad time. To this day when his name comes up it's automatically associated with "Sexy Rexy Carr" the flamboyant and caring man that always had time for others. I am sure that the Lord has made arrangements for Rex to always have wind in his sails! Rest in peace Sir!
Camela Perkins
April 29, 2015
It was an incredibly hot day and I was outside looking for something that I couldn't find. Mr. Carr saw me and offered his assistance. He welcomed me into his office and helped me find whatever it was that I was looking for. I can't even remember what it was. What I do remember is what else I found that day; A truly kind and generous man that went completely out of his way to help a total stranger. May his kindness always be remembered. My condolences to his family and friends.
Terry Knoth
April 29, 2015
My deepest sympathy to the entire Carr family. Rex will be missed by many.
Charles Kolker
April 29, 2015
I started my legal career with Rex Carr. He was a brilliant legal analyst, able to identify the central issues in a case almost instantly. He was always for the little person. The world is a better place because Rex was part of it. He stood his ground on principle when others would have backed away. Thank you, Rex, for being you.
--Charles J. Kolker, Jr., retired attorney
Jack Webster
April 29, 2015
Rex Carr is one of my sailing heroes. My respect for Rex stated on a windy spring day. Due to the wind, I was having trouble raising my sails. After a while I decide it was too windy to sail. As I was motoring back to the harbor, I saw Rex and his light blue S-2 sailing from the north end of the lake.
Rex was sailing alone with his motley crew of dogs. He had both sails up and was sailing along briskly. Rex was in his seventies then. I decided if that old man could sail that well in his seventies, he must have been an amazing sailor in his prime. Lake Carlyle will not be the same without Rex Carr on the water.
Laura Reeve
April 29, 2015
Bless you for all you have done for your family and others. Most selfless man I have ever known. Our last conversation will stay with me forever. Thank you Rex.for your kindness and honesty.
WKM
April 29, 2015
R.I.P
Patti Lawrence
April 28, 2015
I am so sad to hear of his passing. I worked for Rex and his colleagues in the late 80s. I have always had so much respect for him. My condolences to his family. He will be missed.
Don Burgett
April 28, 2015
Condolences to Rex's family from our family.
Don Burgett
Marnie Agne
April 28, 2015
Glenn & Family, Sorry for your loss. In our thoughts, Chad and Marnie
Christopher Carr
April 28, 2015
My Uncle Rex was my favorite. He would bring his sailboat down to Grand Lake of the Cherokees. We would spend the week sailing. I have so many memories of my uncle. I got to see him last September and really enjoyed him. I will really miss him. I truly loved my uncle. He's the last of the 5 Carr brothers.
Staci Yandle
April 28, 2015
Rex was a brilliant lawyer, a generous mentor and a loyal friend. My sincere condolences to his family and all who loved him. He will be sorely missed.
Sue Frillman
April 28, 2015
I am indebted to Rex for being a surrogate father to my son who lost his father at a very young age. He was a good man and a great teacher. My deepest sympathy to his family.
Alan Pirtle
April 28, 2015
Rex Carr was one of the most tenacious, skilled, and brilliant trial lawyers to ever practice. He was also a very compassionate and giving person. It was truly an honor to work with Rex and know him.
Diane Ellenberger
April 28, 2015
I was honored by Rex to work with him as his nurse consultant for 29 years. I was always in awe of his ability to instantly get to the heart of an issue and his ethics. I will always appreciate his mentoring and friendship and will sorely miss him in my life. He will be missed by all who were touched by him and those he represented. My deepest sympathy to his family, freinds and colleagues
Diane Ellenberger
April 28, 2015
I was honored by Rex to work with him as his nurse consultant for 29 years...I was always in awe of his quick evaluation of issues and ethics. I have been fortunate to have him as a mentor and friend throughout these many years and will sorely miss him as will all that have been touched by him and represented by him. My deepest sympathy to his family and friends, and colleagues for their loss.
Joyce Ess
April 28, 2015
So sorry for your loss! This is the only time I will ever wish we didn't live in Idaho so that I could come to his funeral. But, my heart and memories of the years I worked for Mr. Carr will be there in spirit. Wonder what kind of law practice he can establish in Heaven with Maggie and Marie? It's smooth sailing from now on, Skipper!
April 28, 2015
We were very sorry to learn of Rex's passing.
He bought his first S2 sailboat from us back in the early 1980's--a memorable experience!
Condolences to all Rex's family and friends. Don and Sharon Berdeaux, Carlyle
Marie Douglas
April 28, 2015
Rex and my recently deceased husband, Bob, shared a deep and rewarding friendship and professional relationship. Rex was special to me and my son as well. He was a remarkable presence in our lives. ..and Gerry, you are the perfect choice to honor Rex.
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