Bibbs, Carl
1956-2020,
Economic Developer and Community Leader
Carl Lanier Bibbs, life-long resident of Chicago's Southside, aged 64 passed away on Sunday, December 20, 2020. Beloved husband of Cheryl nee Jewell, devoted father of Carl P. and Christopher, dear brother of Calvin Bibbs and Cathey Mayes (Jaime), loving uncle of Alexander Bibbs, Raquel and R'mand Harp, Lauren and Madison Mayes, dedicated nephew of Frank Pickett (Fannie). A proud alumnus of St. Dorothy Catholic School, St. Ignatius College Prep and Knox College, Carl worked for the State of Illinois for 20 years spending most of his tenure with the Department of Commerce and Community Affairs (DCCA) retiring as the Northern Illinois Regional Manager, for the Market Development Division. He went on to provide economic development services as a consultant and entrepreneur, most recently as Founder and Managing Member of Atlas EDC LLC. Carl was active in several community organizations including the Southeast Calumet Heights Homeowners Association where he served as President for several years. His virtual memorial may be viewed at Carl Bibbs - Friends and Family Update:
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