Lisa Joyce Carr, age 55, a lifelong resident of Smithville passed away peacefully on Thursday, July 31, 2024, at NHC of Smithville.
Born on November 29, 1969, in Smithville, Lisa was a beacon of light and joy to all who knew her.
She was a 1990 graduate of Cookeville High School and a devoted member of the Church of Christ. Despite being bedridden for the last 10 years of her life, Lisa's spirit and love for her family never wavered. Lisa's life was marked by her unwavering faith and the deep bonds she shared with her family and friends.
Her family cherishes the memory of her kind-hearted nature and her ability to find happiness in the simplest moments. Throughout her life, Lisa formed a tapestry of relationships that extended beyond her family. She was known for her gentle spirit and her ability to inspire those around her with her courage and resilience. Her presence was a comforting one, and she will be remembered for her love of life, her faith, and the strength she displayed in the face of adversity. The family wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Denise Dingle and staff, Gentiva Hospice, and the caregivers at NHC of Smithville for their compassionate care and support during Lisa's final days. Their dedication to her well-being provided comfort not only to Lisa but also to those who loved her.
Lisa was preceded in death by her parents, Sam and Carolyn Sue Lewis Carr, and her grandparents, Joe and Vera Herren Lewis, as well as Robert and Rosalee Carr.
She is survived by a loving and extensive family, including her aunt and uncle, Joyce and James Meadows of Smithville; cousins, Jimmy (Penny) Meadows of Smithville, Bradley (Ashley N.) Harris of Monterey, Ashley L. (India) Harris of Rickman, Sonya (Levi) Phillips of Monterey, Jacob Harris of Monterey, Trevor Harris of Monterey, Michael David White of Baxter, Glen (Jill) Herren of Cookeville, Kevin Thomas of Baxter, and Jared Herren of Silver Point. Lisa also leaves behind her stepmother, Vicky Callahan of Cookeville, and her children, Jonathan Callahan of Cookeville, and Elizabeth (Kevin) Marengo of Cookeville; her aunt, Claudine (Dennis) Tucker of Cookeville, and her uncles, Mickey (Maggie) Carr and Steve Carr, all of Cookeville
A funeral service to celebrate Lisa's life was held on Saturday, August 3, 2024, at 1 pm at the Baxter Chapel of Hooper-Huddleston and Horner Funeral Home with Rev. Brad Harris officiated. Burial followed in Odd Fellows Cemetery in Baxter.
Baxter Chapel of Hooper-Huddleston and Horner Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Smithville Review
(Smithville, Tenn)
Aug. 7, 2024
