Thomas Carr Obituary

Anne, West, and Amy
I was truly sadden to learn of Tom's death. May the memories you hold of him in your heart bring healing and peace to you. God bless you.

Mr. and Mrs. Carr, Sr I want to say how very, very sorry I was to learn of Tom's passing. I worked at Harker Prep (so I have known him a long time)
I so remember one time we had to call an ambulance for Col. Kieffer and Tom was on the crew and he we so calm and kept telling Col. he was going to be ok - and that immediately put us at ease. He was always one of my favorite students and I have followed his career closely and was so proud of his many accomplishments. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and Art, Amy and his kids. I know his passing will leave a big void in many many lives. I am proud of have known him and his family.

Anne,
Our family is saddened to learn of Tom's passing. Sending prayers, hugs, and our very best to you, West,and Amy in your grief. We do cherish fond memories from Overton Lane and Robin Hood.
Sharon Pyle and family

I'm so sorry to learn of Tom's passing, as I was when I learned he was moving out of Maryland. In addition to being a great Fire Chief he was a caring individual who put other's needs ahead of his own, and was therefore a great parent and neighbor. Ann, West, and Amy, may the love of God, friends and family carry you through your grief.

Ann, I'm thinking of you, Amy and West as you deal with this heartbreaking loss. Bless you all.

Mrs Carr... I was saddened when I heard about the Chief. I will always cherish the memories of him laughing and telling jokes that had us laughing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I pray the Lord will cover you with peace and comfort.
Robyn (MUSC OT/PT)

Carr Family,
Our thoughts and prays are with you now and always.
May God Bless you.

Though we may not be there to pay tribute to Chief Carr, I want to send condolences to his family and loved ones - wow - those are many! I will never forget his kind words when he visited with us at Roper during Richard's illness. One look at his kind face and caring soul touched me beyond words. He will be dearly missed and never forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Chief Carr came in a difficult period and made a defining difference in the Department.
Rest in Peace.

It was my distinct honor and privledge to have served with Chief Tom Carr during my time in the MCFRS. I shall always cherish the memories from the fireground, the committees on which we served and fire commission meetings. Tom was an inspiratioon and voice of reason in trying situations. He was one of a kind and has surely earned his reward. Requiescat in pace, my friend.

Ann,Amy and West: Donna and I wish to offer our sympathy to your family on the passing of Tom. We have good memories of our brief times together, and we'll keep you all in our prayers and thoughts.

Anne and family:
We are sad to hear of your loss and just wanted you to know that your friends on Overton Lane are praying for you. If there is anything we can do for you, let us know.

Tom was always a leader, helping DC after 9/11, leading the fire department in MD and then in Charleston. He was a great and loving husband and father. We were blessed to know him. Anne, Wes and Amy , sending you love and hugs from Maryland.

Anne, We'll always remember you and Tom from the old days at R-1, Sandy Spring, Rockville, USAR, sailing on the Bay, Hippy and Green Meanies. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers,
Nelson and Joan Irey

To the Family of Chief Carr and Firefighters,
We are sorry to here of the Chiefs' passing.You all will be in our thoughts and prayers.God Bless.

Most of the Chiefs that I knew were empowered to be loud spoken; demanding; rule by iron fist; do as I say not as I do; they demanded respect. What is respect? How do we get respect? Who deserves respect? Chief Carr would say the actions you take would gain you respect.
Chief Tommy Carr was a soft spoken, open minded, never demanding, and never ruled by an iron fist. He always was caring and supportive. You learn more from your mistake when you are not always in fear. You would remember more when the information was passed around. He would often say “I'm here to serve you guys; I'm here to get what you need to get your jobs done safely” I want everyone to go home in the morning when they get off shift! I'm your biggest cheer-leader at the game rooting for you guys at the fire.
The dictionary reads in part;
Respect
Noun
A particular, detail, or point (usually preceded by in): to differ in some respect.
Relation or reference: inquiries with respect to a route.
Esteem for or a sense of the worth or excellence of a person, a personal quality or ability, or something considered as a manifestation of a personal quality or ability: I have great respect for her judgment.
deference to a right, privilege, privileged position, or someone or something considered to have certain rights or privileges; proper acceptance or courtesy; acknowledgment: respect for a suspect's right to counsel; to show respect for the flag; respect for the elderly.
The condition of being esteemed or honored: to be held in respect
Chief Thomas Carr 2008-2012 Charleston Fire Department

Do not stand at my grave and weep,
I am not there;
I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow,
I am the diamond glints on snow,
I am the sun on ripened grain,
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning's hush,
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circling flight.
I am the stars shining at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry,
I am not there;
I did not die.

Remembering your great love story today and always.

Thank you Chief for believing in us and believing in our mission. Your legacy will live on in the work of our Team. We are all better because you have passed through our lives. Thank you for stopping a while to provide your leadership and your passion for the Fire Service.