Richard proudly began a career as a Disk Jockey at KHMO in Hannibal, MO. He was an avid Ham Radio Operator and after graduating from Devry in Kansas City, enjoyed his career at Honeywell (formerly Bendix) for 35 years.
He was an active member of Coronation Of Our Lady Catholic Church as well as the Knight’s of Columbus for over 50 years. Richard previously served as Grand Knight for Council 4387 in Kansas City, Missouri.
He was married, for 59 years, to his late wife, Mary Ann (Ryan) Carr. Together they had 8 children.
Steve Carr, Pam Redding and Husband Joe, Cathy Simonds and Husband, Dave, Pat Carr, Mike Carr, Lisa Brendle, Carolyn Hutsell and Husband Anthony.
He also leaves his 10 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren. Richard was preceded in death by his first-born son, Richard James Carr Jr, his wife, Mary Ann Carr, and his granddaughter, Paige Alexis Brown.
He will forever be remembered by his funny, joking personality making others feel comfortable.
Funeral Mass for Richard will be held on Friday, October 10, 2025 at 11:00 am at Coronation of Our Lady Parish in Grandview, MO. The family will receive friends at the church prior to the service starting at 10:00 am. The Rosary service is at 10:45 am before mass begins.
