Michael Patrick Carr

Michael Patrick Carr, 91, of Glen Ellyn, IL peacefully passed away on December 7, 2021 after a brave battle with Parkinson’s Disease. Born in Donegal, Ireland to Columb and Anne (Byrne) Carr, Mike came to America in the 1950s and had a fulfilling career in the transit industry as a supervisor with PACE, one of the largest bus services in North America. In 1969, Mike married his wife, Mary (Hyde) Carr, and became a dedicated father when their son, Michael was born a few years later. Mike was a passionate sports fan, enjoying baseball games and other sports with his son. Mike leaves behind his devoted wife, Mary; his beloved son Michael; and a number of loving nieces and nephews.  Michael was preceded in death by his siblings Nan Heekin, Mary McCall and Sean Carr.  Friends and family will meet Saturday, December 18, 2021, beginning at 8:45 a.m. until time for a Mass of Christian Burial, Saturday, 9:30 a.m. at Saint James the Apostle Catholic Church, 480 South Park Avenue, Glen Ellyn. Interment Private. Live Stream of the funeral Mass is available through the funeral home website. For funeral information please call 630-832-0018 or www.gibbonsfuneralhome.com