Eugene Carr, Jr., lovingly known as "Butch" was born on July 12, 1941, in Gulfport, Mississippi. He is preceded in death by his parents, Mr. Eugene Carr, Sr. & Mrs. Lela Porter Carr, stepfather Early Campbell Sr. and two brothers Charles Gary Carr and Andrew James Carr, Sr. Eugene passed away Tuesday, November 21, 2023.

Eugene was treasured by everyone who had the pleasure of knowing him. He was educated at Thirty-Third Ave. High School in Gulfport, MS. Following graduation, he enlisted in the U.S. Army from 1963-1965. In 1966, he moved to New Orleans, LA, and married the love of his life Emmaline Taylor Carr. The union celebrated 57 devoted years of marriage and of the pair were blessed with two beautiful children; a son; Eugene Carr, III and a daughter; La Tonia Carr.

At an early age Eugene, united with Mercy Seat Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of the late Rev. Howsler and Rev. B. Brown. During Eugene's Christian journey in New Orleans, he joined Law Street Missionary Baptist Church where Rev. Johnny R. Arvie, is Pastor. Eugene decided to moved back to Gulfport, MS. in 2006 and rejoined Mercy Seat Missionary Baptist Church currently pastored by Dr. C.R. Shelby.

Bro. Eugene Carr was a faithful servant whose life exemplified stewardship. He was very dedicated in both his service, and also his giving to his church. Bro. Eugene Carr served in numerous ministries, namely: a member of the Trustee Ministry, the Male Choir and the Brotherhood Ministry. He had a willingness to serve in any capacity he was needed. He utilized his culinary skills during morning breakfast preparation for the Brotherhood Ministry. He retired from the New Orleans Country Club, as a Chef. Eugene loved cooking for his family, going to Church, singing with the Choir and watching sports.

He leaves behind to cherish his memories, and celebrate his life, his wife of 57 years, Emmaline Taylor Carr. His children Eugene (Shirnell) Carr, III; La Tonia B. Carr; his step-mother, Joyce Carr.(3) grandchildren; Christopher(Terinika) Carr, Deshona (Chad) Solomon, and Graysin Carr; (4) great-grandchildren; Chole Baldwin, Paityn Baldwin, Chad Baldwin, & Emmy Carr (4) brothers; Marion(Thra Ann) Carr, Mark (Janis) Carr, Christopher (Leslie) Carr, Early (Alanda) Campbell, Jr.; (4) sisters; Brenda Clark, Fannie Carr Cobb, Michelle (Tommy) Buckley & Tamara Carr. He was loved by a host of brother-in-laws, sister-in-laws, nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives & friends. Eugene will be truly missed for his wisdom, love and kindness.