Sam Carr, Sr., 77 of Alma, Arkansas passed away November 12, 2020 under the loving care of Ozark Nursing Home and Heart of Hospice. To them we are sincerely grateful. He was born November 17, 1942 in Fort Smith, to Arvid and Bula Bennett Carr. Big Sam cut a wide path from his growing up days in Greenwood to the many hours he spent with the Alma Little League program. He coached not only his sons, but countless young men. Sam took pride in guiding these young men on their journey to becoming good men, great athletes and productive citizens. He was an avid outdoorsman. He loved hunting, fishing, running his dogs and was an accomplished canoeist.
Big Sam is survived by his four sons and their families; Sam Carr, Jr. and his wife Tammy of Alma, Scott Carr of Springdale, AR, Shannon of Alma, Shea Carr and wife Heather of Alma. He also leaves an everlasting legacy in his grandchildren; Dillon, Dallas, Seth, Caleb, Heath, Conard, Amanda, Andrew, and twelve great grandchildren. He also leaves many fond memories and good times with his long time friends, Gary Dale Teague and Richard Borengasser.
Cremation is under the direction of Edwards Van-alma Funeral Home of Van Buren. There are no services scheduled at this time.
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