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Allan C. Carr, beloved husband of Barbara & the late Gloria; loving father of Gary (Kathy), Terrance M. (the late Cindy) & Sherry; stepfather of Tammy (Mike) Olszewki, & James (Lisa) Bringle; dear grandfather of Jacob, Allan B., Russel, Terry, Jeremy & Rebecca; step grandfather of Morgan, Michael, Madison, Jessica & Andrew; preceded in death by four siblings. Retired Cook County 16th district Commissioner, Cicero Township Republican Committeeman, Republican State Central Committeeman, two-time Presidential Delegate for the State of Illinois, and founder of The Steak N Egger restaurant chain. Visitation, Friday 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm with services at 7:00 pm, at Hursen Funeral Home & Crematory, SW corner of Roosevelt & Mannheim Roads, Hillside/Westchester. Private Committal Woodlawn Cemetery & Queen of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to UCP-Seguin. Funeral Info: 800-562-0082 or www.hursen.com
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Jayman Avery III
September 28, 2022
I remember Commissioner Carr fondly from my days with Cook County, as well as being a fan of Steak N Egger! Our condolences to his family.
Jack & Beth Zandstra
November 27, 2021
Our sincere condolences to Barb and the Carr family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Linda Roe
November 21, 2021
Dear Barbara,
Had been thinking of you and Al recently.
So sorry to get this news.
Wish it hasn´t been so long since I have seen you.
My prayers and thoughts are with you.
Take care.
Richard S. Kosenesky
November 21, 2021
The Carr family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
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John Iacono
November 20, 2021
Thanks for all that you did for me and my family. A great businessman. Memories
Spencer Morgantini
November 19, 2021
Al was truly a pioneer and will always be remembered in the fondest of hearts to everyone he met and touched!
God Bless.
Irene Haugen
November 19, 2021
Mr. Carr, really enjoyed working with you at Cook County. It was my first job and your helpful suggestions were appreciated.
Rest in peace, Mr Carr.
Nikki & George Nied
November 17, 2021
You will be missed, Mr. Carr.
Richard & Clara Weingart
November 17, 2021
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Thomas McCann
November 17, 2021
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. In loving memory of a wonderful person.
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Hursen Funeral Home & Crematory - Hillside-Westchester4001 West Roosevelt Road, Hillside, IL 60162
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Hursen Funeral Home & Crematory - Hillside-Westchester4001 West Roosevelt Road, Hillside, IL 60162
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