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JOHN TURNBACH CARR  
John Turnbach Carr, age 85, passed away peacefully April 29, 2019 at Olney Assisted Living where he resided for almost two years. The cause was complication from Alzheimer's disease.John was a long-time resident of the DC area having moved here at an early age from Richmond, VA where he was born. He attended St. Martin's School, Gonzaga College High School, Tokyo American School in Tokyo, Japan while his father was stationed there for two years, and then graduated from McKinley Tech High School in 1952. He was a member of the Golden Techites. After proudly serving in the U. S. Army for two years at the Demilitarized Zone in Korea, he returned and attended the University of Baltimore earning a BS degree in Accounting and a Bachelor of Laws degree.He had a long career at IRS beginning as an agent in 1961 and retiring in l988 as Senior Tax Advisor to IRS Asst. Chief Counsel-Corporate. He then joined Price Waterhouse Coopers' Mergers & Acquisition Group until retiring again in 1999. He is survived by his wife of almost 58 years, Maureen (Devery) Carr. Also, his daughter, Kelly Anne Carr of Annandale, VA; his son, Brendan Thomas Carr (Angelica) and grandchildren Dominic John Carr and Kirstin McCoy, all of San Jose, CA, and several nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his five sisters. John will be remembered by his family and friends as a kind and thoughtful guy, always thinking of others. He was a big Redskin fan for years until he wasn't. Then, the Nats. Nicknamed "Dancing Bear", he loved to dance and enjoyed both progressive jazz and the ballet. In accordance with his wishes, there will not be a funeral. He often said "to remember me, just raise a toast". Contributions in his name may be made to JSSA Hospice, 6123 Montrose Rd., Rockville, MD 20852 or The Fr. McKenna Center, 19 Eye St. NW, Washington, DC 2001.His family wishes to extend sincere thanks to all of his caregivers, particularly those at Olney Assisted Living he came to know so well. May he rest in peace.

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Published by The Washington Post on May 2, 2019.

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Christie & Ed

May 6, 2019

Aunt Maureen, Kelly, Brendan and Family,

We offer our sincerest sympathy. Uncle John was a wonderful person who was always in a jovial mood. We all loved him and will remember him always. We were blessed to know and have him in our family. May he rest in peace. Love,

Charlie and Marybeth Horning

May 3, 2019

Aunt Maureen, Brendan and Kelly,

We were very sorry to hear about Uncle John's passing. He was a kind man and he will be missed. We are keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. Always enjoyed seeing Uncle John with his camera! Hopefully he is with Larry (Poppy) toasting to eternity!!
With love,
Charlie and Marybeth Horning

Veronica Coleman

May 3, 2019

Maureen, it has been years since we have been in contact. Buz really enjoyed his cavorts with John and especially horse racing. I am very sorry for your loss. I'm sure you miss him but will be rejoined one day. Veronica a.k.a. Ronnie

May 3, 2019

Maureen, I am so sorry to hear of John's passing. You and your family will always have loving memories of him and what a wonderful husband and father he was

Karen & Bryan Tiplady

May 2, 2019

Aunt Maureen, Kelly, Brendan and Family,

Our sincere sympathy on the death of Uncle John. He was the nicest of guys and a treasured family member. He was always good to us kids, and we were blessed to have him as our Uncle. We will remember him fondly and will certainly keep all of you in our thoughts and prayers.

My Mom often spoke of her dear little brother that they all discovered in a drawer one morning. She said what good hearted kid and kind person that he was. All the sisters loved having a little brother, and she remained fond of the good guy that he was for the rest of her life.

Ginger

May 2, 2019

My heart is heavy with sadness. Rest In Peace, Uncle John.
Ginger

Mark Boyer

May 2, 2019

Condolences to the Maureen and the rest of the Carr family. John was beloved by all who knew him at PwC. He, in a pure act of kindness, provided me an opportunity that launched my career as a M&A Tax professional. I will never forget his generosity towards all.

Mark Boyer

May 2, 2019

Dave Friedel

May 2, 2019

Only fond memories of John - and I'd have said that even if he didn't bring green donuts to the break room every St Patty's day!

May 2, 2019

Mt deepest sympathy to the Carr family on the loss of their loved one. I pray that God will give to you the comfort and peace you need to heal.

Barbara Sutton

May 2, 2019

I am extending my condolences to the family and friends. May all of you find
peace in knowing that God cares and will help you during these difficult times. 1 Peter 5:6,7*

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