from the "Providence (RI) Journal" of Sept. 6, 2008, she was a second
cousin, once removed (I think) to me ... she was well known in the
world of haute couture....
her line:
1... James Carr
+ Ann Dooling
2... John Henry Carr, born in Ireland 1834, died 1893
+ Theresa Daly
3... John James Carr, 1858 - 1917
+ Henrietta Clingen
4....Robert Clingen Carr, b.1886, d. Dec. 31, 1966
+ Clara Ann Palmer, b. 1886, d. Oct. 14, 1966
5... John Edward Carr, b. Sept. 10, 1911, d,
April 20, 1958
+ Helen Anna Droitcour, born June 19, 1906 Pittsburg, PA
6... Roberta "Bobbie" Carr, b. 1939, died 2008
CARR, ROBERTA CAROL, of St. Simons Island, GA, died Tues., Sept. 2,
2008, following a long courageous battle with cancer.
Bobbie, as she was known to her family and friends, was born April 2,
1939, in Providence, R. I., to the late John and Helen Carr. Bobbie
successfully completely her degree from the University of Rhode
Island and then graduated from New York's Tob-Coburn School of
Fashion Design. The following year she received that school's award
for Outstanding Graduate. Bobbie was employed by Saks Fifth Avenue
and Macy's, New York; Macy's, San Francisco and Bamburger's, New
Jersey. She then spent 15 years as director of sales and marketing
for the Girl Scouts of America. She relocated in 1970 to San Jose,
CA, where she opened a fine fabrics retail store, called 'Fabric
Carr.' A school for fine sewing followed. Bobbie specialized in the
art of couture in her design studio. She continued her career with
intensive 'Sew Weeks,' conducted seminars and lectures throughout the
United States and abroad. She was the author of 'Couture-The Art of
Fine Sewing' and several instructional videos.
In 2000, Bobbie retired to St. Simons Island. She continued to stay
in touch with her many students and occasionally held special 'Sew
Weeks' on the lsland. In 2004, she was presented the Lifetime
Achievement award by the Professional Association of Custom Clothiers
for her 'profound contributions to sewing, fashion, writing and
education in the field of custom clothing.' Bobbie loved her family
and friends, enjoyed entertaining in her home and was known for her
wonderful parties.
In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her sister, Paula
Elizabeth Carr Mitchell and close friend and business partner, Rena
Shaefer. She is survived by many cousins; nieces; nephews; a godson,
Terrence Boylan and wife, Jennifer of Barrington, R.I., and a host of friends.
Memorials may be made to Safe Harbor Children's Shelter, 2215
Glouster Street, Brunswick GA 31520. Condolences may be sent to
Terrence Boylan, 140 Lincoln, Avenue, Barrington, RI 02806. Edo
Miller and Sons is in charge of arrangements.