Susan Carr

Susan Carr, age 77, of Gahanna, went home to be with her Lord on March 26, 2011. Born April 1, 1933, to William Walter and Mary Mable (Starke) Fairchild in Hanging Rock, OH. Susan was beloved wife to James Earl Carr for 59 years; Mother of Timothy R. (Lora) Carr, Newark; Ted J. (Carla) Carr of Gahanna; Grandmother of Lauren and Daniel, Gahanna, and Andrew and Allyson of Newark. She was a childcare provider to countless children in the Gahanna area for over 43 years and was affectionately known as “Miss Sue”. Member of Jersey Baptist Church, Susan loved children, music, gardening and received so much joy from helping others. Along with her parents, she was preceded in death by siblings, Dencil “Polly” Fairchild, Glenn Fairchild, Kathleen Goodner and Reba Jean Tordiff. Survived by siblings Billy Fairchild of Chesapeake; and Paul (Midge) Fairchild, Minerva (Kenneth) Hughes, and Kenny (Phyllis) Fairchild, all of Ironton, OH, along with many beloved nieces and nephews. The family wishes to extend their thanks to all her caring doctors, nurses and medical staff who provided her with such loving care at Columbus Alzheimer Care Center and Odyssey Hospice. Calling hours will be held Tuesday, March 29, 2011 from 4-8 p.m. at Jersey Baptist Church, 13260 Morse Rd. SW, Pataskala, OH 43062, and Wednesday from 9 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 10 a.m., Pastors John Hays and Phil Duncan officiating. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Jersey Baptist Church in Susan’s memory. To view Susan’s video tribute or offer condolences to her family, visit www.schoedinger.com. Arrangements entrusted to Schoedinger Northeast Chapel (614) 939-4558.