Norman Dean Carr was born on November 2, 1947, in Norfolk, Virginia, to the late

Lewis D. Carr and Edna I. Carr. He was the second of five sons, preceded in death by

his brothers, Elbert and Stewart.

Norman spent his childhood in Young’s Park and later moved with his family to

Chesterfield Heights. He cherished his early years, especially his lifelong friendship with

his best friend, Steve, with whom he remained as close as a brother for over 60 years.

A graduate of Maury High School, Norman went on to enlist in the U.S. Air Force.

Shortly after his enlistment, he married Lynda Jones, with whom he had three children:

Ronson (Lenora), Bryce, and Tynisha (Arthur).

Norman had a passion for sports, excelling in volleyball, basketball, and baseball. He

was also an avid cyclist and found great joy in dancing. There wasn’t a two-step he

couldn’t master. He worked for many years at the Shipyard and later for the Department

of Defense at the Defense Finance and Accounting Service (DFAS) until his retirement,

where he met the love of his life, Joyce.

Norman and Joyce were deeply devoted to one another, and he cherished her until his

passing. He was a proud husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, taking

immense pride in his family.

Norman is survived by his beloved wife, Joyce Carr, and his children: Ronson, Bryce,

Tynisha, Dexter, Michelle, and Renee. He also leaves behind two brothers, Lewis and

Sidney Carr. Additionally, Norman is survived by his grandchildren: Tiera, Kyerra, Erin,

Ronson Jr., Bryce Jr., Brandon R., Britton, Brittany, Taylor, and Brandon C.; and his

great-grandchildren: Arreyk, Aubri, Zya, Ali, and Kamden. Norman will be deeply missed

by a host of family and friends.