Jim Carr
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Jim Carr, age 78, of Carrington, ND, died Saturday, October 15, 2016, at his home with his wife by his side. James "Jim" Carr was born March 17, 1938, the son of Ed and Irene (Theis) Carr at Carrington. He grew up at Carrington and attended school there. During high school, he worked at Wheeler’s Gas Station, which later became Jim and Wick’s Station. After graduating from high school in 1957, he worked for Ted Fandrich Carpentry in addition to working on the family farm. Jim also drove school bus for the Carrington School District for many years. Jim was united in marriage to Connie Davis on July 1, 1959, at Carrington. Together they raised six children. His farming career started out by growing potatoes, which he sold to area town stores. He founded and operated an Arctic Cat and Yamaha dealership for many years, along with operating the Montgomery Ward catalogue store and the Boot Shack. Jim founded Carr’s Spraying business with a homemade sprayer he and his brother-in-law (Stub Gussiaas) built. In 1970, he started his fuel and gas business, which is an ongoing business operating under the name of C & J Oil. They added Dry Dock Sports in 1999. Jim was a farmer at heart, and was active in farming until his passing. Jim’s hobbies included going to auction sales, playing cards, tractor treks, hat collecting, and riding around on his John Deere Gator. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church, and had served as a commissioner on the Foster County Commission for 13 years until resigning due to his health. He is survived by his wife Connie; his six children: Rosanne (Eric Marcotte), Jackie, Tom (Dusty), Brian (Heather), Travis (Hope), all of Carrington, and Connie Jo of Mapleton, ND; 18 grandchildren: Paige, Rio, Dylan, Hope, Scott, Jacey, Brooke, Peyton, Walker, Bryce, Chase, Caedon, Raina, Dru, Briley, Vanna, Baya, Charlie; one great-grandchild, Presley Rose; his brother Mike (Darlene), Carrington; and a sister-in-law Ingeborg, Carrington. He is preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Raymond and Patrick; and a sister, Marie Gussiaas. In lieu of flowers, Jim’s family suggests memorials go to a charity of your choice.
ROSARY & VIGIL SERVICE: Thursday (Oct. 20th) a Rosary will be held at 6:45PM and a Vigil Service at 7PM, in Sacred Heart Catholic Church MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL: Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Carrington, ND DATE AND TIME: Friday, October 21, 2016 at 10:30AM BURIAL: Carrington Cemetery In lieu of flowers, Jim's family suggests memorials to a charity of your choice. |
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Name: Charles Linderman
Date: 10/20/2016
Message: Our community was blessed to have a man like Jim. He raised a good family and was a very successful business man, while always maintaining concern and generosity for others. I personally can relate several stories about that. When I began farming 41 years ago, I asked Jim to spray the herbicides on my wheat and barley. He related to me that after making a pass around one of the fields, he determined that there were no weeds and so he didn't do that one, saving me much needed funds at that critical time. Another time, he was spraying fields for me and one of my neighbors so we could plant the rest of our sunflowers. He told me that a much larger farm operation had asked him to do 1000 acres for them, but he was at our farms because we were his neighbors and regular customers. Still another time, we had a field ready for sunflower planting, but got dumped on by a big rainstorm. It was getting late in the season when the field was finally ready to go again. Jim came over with his big tractor and field cultivator to help us prepare the field. When we asked what we owed, he said we could just pay for the fuel. I have many more good memories of Jim. My condolences to Connie and Jim's family.
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Name: Gretchen Rooney
Date: 10/18/2016
Message: Connie and Family. Pray that all of you find comfort in the memories and love you share. He is certainly at peace in the arms of God. My sympathy for your loss and pride and joy in all he accomplished.
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Name: Cathy Heidt
Date: 10/18/16
Message: Connie & Family,
So sad to hear that Jim has passed. Just finished our annual NDACo conference and during that time, I kept thinking of Jim and how much fun we had the past few conferences that you both attended. I will always remember his smile, laughter, and kindness. Prayers for you & the kids.
Cathy Heidt
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Name: Rosie Costello
Date: October 17th
Message: Connie and family, so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. He will certainly be missed. I have lots of good memories of having fun with him. Prayers to all.
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Name: Karen Smith
Date: 10/16/16
Message: Dear Connie and family,
Rob and I are so sad to hear of the passing of Jimmy. We enjoyed all the fun times when we were together with him. Lot of laughter, telling of old stories, and a feeling of genuine caring and love came from Jimmy. He is forever in our hearts! Our prayers and sympathy to your family as you mourn his passing and celebrate his life.
Robbie and Karen Smith
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Name: Darvin Randklev
Date: 10-15-2916
Message: R.I.P my friend. You will be solely missed in the community