- Date Of Birth: August 8, 1928
- Date Of Death: March 22, 2019
- State: Colorado
Deacon Herman Carr was born on August 8, 1928, in Eudora, Arkansas to his parents, Solomon Carr, Sr. and Lee Ethel Smith Carr. He was the second child born in the family. He was raised surrounded by his brothers, Willie, Chester, Solomon, Jr., Thomas, and his sister, Donna. As a child, he enjoyed playing basketball.
He received his formal education in Enid, Oklahoma, where he graduated from Booker T. Washington High School in 1950. On October 17, 1950, Herman enlisted in the United States Army. While serving his country, he earned an Army Occupational Medal. He served with honor and distinction and was honorably discharged.
On March 3, 1959, Herman united in holy matrimony to the former Martha Ann Smith. They first met in Enid, Oklahoma. To this union, Cloyce, Shelton, and Kerman were born. He was also the proud father of David and Rose. He was a loving and devoted husband and father who took great pride in the care and nurture of his family. He was later blessed with ten grandchildren, David, Jr., Kiona, Veronica, Laila, Providence, Perez, Shelton, Courtney, Taylor, and Keya. They fondly remember the nicknames of “Tug Boat”, “Meathead,” “Boo Boo,” and “Babe” that he affectionately gave them. He also had eight great grandchildren. The family shared many happy and memorable moments together.
