Myrtle was born February 10, 1937 in Hattieville, AR, to Arther and Gracie (Harris) Gardenhire. She married Leslie Carr on December 11, 1954 and he preceded her in death on March 5, 2000. Also preceding her in death was her parents, an infant son, Michael Carr, three brothers, and four sisters.
Surviving are her six children, Thomas (Pamela) Carr of San Jose, IL, Barbara Harrison of Pekin, Janice (Joseph) Schwartz of Creve Coeur, Donnie (Nina) Carr, Peggy (Bruce) Fugitt) and Anthony Carr all of Groveland; 22 grandchildren, and 45 great-grandchildren.
Myrtle was a devoted wife, loving mother, and grandmother. She enjoyed shopping at rummage sales, thrift stores and spending time with her family.
A funeral service will be at 2 pm on Wednesday, September 28, 2022 with visitation one hour prior to the service at Remmert Funeral Home in East Peoria. Burial will follow at Fondulac Cemetery in East Peoria.
Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association. Words of comfort can be shared with the family at www.remmertfuneralhome.com.