Paul Carr

Paul I age 52, loving husband, father, son, brother -in-law and friend, passed away peacefully at home after a courageous and valiant battle with ALS (Lou Gehrigs Disease), on December 23, 2008, surrounded by his loving family and friends. He was born December 28, 1955 in Hanover, NH, the son of Robert and Constance (Haslam) Carr. He married Kate Can- on October 10, 1981 and they shared a wonderful marriage together. Paul was loving father of Geoff (Rachel), Heather & Karen. He is survived by his mother Constance, a sister Debby (Bill) and brother David (Alice) all of New Hampshire and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his father, Robert Can-. Paul graduated from Hanover High School in 1974 and attended Bryant College in Providence, RI. He was employed for the last 27 years; first working for Travelers Insurance Company, Oxford Health Plans and then UnltedHealth Care. He was a member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church. Throughout his life, Paul enjoyed spending time with his family, taking pleasure in - many family vacations in such places as Florida, Cape May, Alaska, Canada and the Caribbean. He also enjoyed spending time with his good friends, of which he had many. Paul was a very active member of the community. He coached many teams throughout his life including teams for the Hamden Fathers Baseball Association, Greater Hamden Baseball Association, American Legion Baseball, and Hamden Regional V Basketball League. He received the Gold Ring Award for his contribution to youth in his community. Since being diagnosed with ALS, Paul made an impact in the fight against ALS by raising over $150,000 with the help of family and friends to help aid in research. He courageously lived for many years with AIS and at all times throughout his struggle, he retained his humor and positive attitude. No matter what kind of day he was having, he always had a smile. The Family would like to thank the following people throughout these last years: the staff at Yale New Haven ALS Clinic, CT. Hospice Winchester Chest Clinic, MDA, ALS Association, Caresource, his extraordinary nurses, family and many friends. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Celebrated Saturday at ll:00 am in Our Lady of Mt Carmel Church. Burial in St. Mary’s Cemetery. Friends may call at SISK Brothers FUNERAL HOME 3105 WHITNEY AVE> HAMDEN Friday 2-6 pm. In lieu of flowers contributions to the ALS Association, 4 0xford Rd. Unit D1, Milford CT 06460.

Paul Carr

December 28, 1955 - December 23, 2008