Taylor "T.H." Carr

DR. T. H. CARR Click here to view Taylor Carr 's Video Tribute IDAHO FALLS, ID -- Taylor Henry ("T. H.") Carr died on April 24, 2009, in Idaho Falls, Idaho. He was born in Ogden, Utah, July 8, 1917, to Edmund Eugene Carr and Rachel Wright Carr. His grandparents were pioneering Ogden merchants, Thomas H. Carr, Emma Augusta Ohlson, Angus T. Wright, and Martha Jane Middleton. He was a Boy Scout, good student and worked hard at part-time jobs such as his early morning paper route, accompanied by his beloved dog "Rip." After graduation from Ogden High School, Depression Era challenges delayed his entrance to college. In 1938 he matriculated at the University of Idaho, Southern Branch, in Pocatello, Idaho, in the College of Pharmacy. While there he was active in extracurricular endeavors and served as freshman class president, editor of the college newspaper and student body president. Betty Olsen, from Kimberly, Idaho, worked as a reporter at the paper. They fell in love and married in September of 1941. He graduated with a degree in pharmacy in 1942. A pharmaceutical company employed him until December of 1942, when he accepted a commission in the U.S. Navy. He served as the gunnery officer in charge of the Navy gun crews placed on merchant marine ships. His first assignment was on board the new Liberty ship, S.S. Joseph Smith. Following discharge from the Navy in December 1945, he returned to college, entering medical school at the University of Utah. After medical school, he completed a surgical residency (also at the U. of U.). He and Betty selected Idaho Falls as their home in 1954 where they raised their seven children. His patients knew him as caring and wise, even after retirement. During his practice he served a term as president of the county medical society, president of staff at the Sacred Heart Hospital, and director of the Idaho Cancer Society. He served a term on the Board of Directors of the ISU Alumni Association. Dad greatly enjoyed the Idaho outdoors. He was an avid fisherman, skier and golfer. He loved to read and learn and he pursued new subjects year after year even until his latest years. Most of all he loved Mom – his college sweetheart and bride of 67 years – and all his family. No one was more enthusiastic and sentimental than he at Christmastime and other family holidays. Preceding him in death are: his parents, a baby brother, a son, Taylor D. Carr, and a granddaughter, Deidra Ann Walker. Surviving him are his wife, Betty (Olsen) Carr; children: Katherine Carr, Idaho Falls; Phillip (Cherie) Carr, Idaho Falls; Jan (Mike) Sousa, Missoula, Montana; Kenneth W. Carr, Logan, Utah; Steven (Cindy) Carr, Idaho Falls; Gregory Carr, Ketchum, Idaho; sixteen grandchildren and seven great grandchildren, a brother, Eugene Edmund (Katherine) Carr, Salt Lake City, Utah; and a sister, Florence W. (Fritz) Monson, Ogden, Utah; and nieces and nephews. The family is grateful for the compassion and care he received at Life Care Center and Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center. Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, April 30, 2009, at Wood Funeral Home, 273 N. Ridge, Idaho Falls. The family will visit with friends Wednesday from 7 to 8:30 p.m. and Thursday from 1 to 1:45 p.m., both at Wood Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Taylor Cemetery under the direction of Wood Funeral Home. ---------------------------------------------------- Condolences received online: Barbara Maskarinec Barbara.Maskarinec@gmail.com Pease accept my sincere condolences on the death of Dr. Carr. I have fond memories of him and his wonderful wife, Betty, and all the family. He was a fine gentlemen and a excellent doctor. Peace, Barbara. Gabe and Gerry Terry Miller soundbite@prodigy.net My sincere condolences on the passing of Dr. Carr. Kathy Burggraf I feel honored to have had the opportunity to visit with "Dad" during several of your family gatherings. He is truly a remarkable spirit that lives on in all of you. May you have many more years of family gatherings sharing your favorite stories of "Dad." Bryan & Tami Morgan Katherine, we send you and your family our sympathy. Ric & Cindy Rivers Riversric@hotmail.com Our prayers go out to all of you. Nadine Tillett Haderlie nadinehaderlie@gmail.com I just want to send my condolences to your family. No matter how expected the loss is, it is still painful to be seperated from a beloved parent. Your Dad raised a wonderful family! The influence of your parents does, and will go on and on through their children. You are all amazing people and I am greatful to have known a few of you! Judy Madsen Swaner judy.mecham@wellsfargo.com I was saddened to see the obituary in the Ogden paper--my parents were Ed and Virginia Madsen, and as a child, I remember hearing so many stories about him. Seeing this in the paper brought back so many memories of my own parents, who have been gone for many years now. How lucky you were to have him for so long! Nita C. Clark greatgrandmanita@aol.com Your Dad was the first doctor I worked with in Idaho Falls, clear back in 1973. He was a wonderful man and he had such an impact on my life. He was not only a wonderful surgeon, but was so close to his patients. He was much loved. Katharine Cline Dear Ken and Carr Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you today with the loss of Dr. Carr. I have always credited your dad with all my body's healing and mended bones. He was always there for me. Respectfully, Katharine Cline Nari Hernandez-Miles What a great opportunity to have meet this special man in this life. He has left a great path for his family to follow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. May you find peace in knowing that he touched so many with kindness that will never be forgotten. Chuck & Becky Peebles Very sorry to hear of your loss. I only met your dad on a couple of occasions but he was always quick witted and very funny. I enjoyed his stories and our brief conversations very much. You are in our prayers. Jana Jones Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Dr. Carr took good care of father Wayne for many, many years; and Betty and Taylor were great neighbors to my Mom and Dad, Wayne and Janice. Kirk Ririe kirkririe@gmail.com Some families are much larger than their genetics. I am proud to have been a part. Enduring gratitude and love, Kirk Roger and Connie Wright We extend to your great family our thoughts and prayers and love at this time. Linda Nadauld Proctor jitrbuglinda@hughes.net Carr family, A friend of my family, Dr. Carr was an intelligent and very interesting man. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Lee Curtis grinki2@aol.com I'm truly sorry for your loss. God bless you, your family and your Dad. Lee Curtis