John Paul Carr died peacefully in his home in Victoria on January 21, 2021.

Born in Regina, April 29th, 1964 John was predeceased by his father, Hugh Carr and stepfather, Stan Housdorff. Survived by Mother, Jean Housdorff (Carr, Nepper), sisters, Michelle (Mo) Carr, Paula Carr and brother Mike Carr, nieces Andrea (David) McCaughan, Johanna (Jayden) Bundon and grand nieces and nephews Amos, Hannelor and Hugh. John had many very close cousins and friends that he considered family. 

He was raised in Wilcox, a small town in Saskatchewan. As a youngster, he was unusually bright, intuitive, totally friendly, had an incredible smile and was forever upbeat. John attended school in Wilcox, Regina and at the University of Calgary and had a successful career in sales and management in the telecommunications and hotel industries. He lived in several rural and remote communities in Saskatchewan and BC as well as Regina and Calgary. John was involved at a very young age in volunteering for many organizations which included Big Brothers, Ducks Unlimited, various service clubs and chambers of commerce and tourism. He was very concerned about youth at risk, helping new immigrants and refugees in their settlement and those struggling with mental health and addictions.  He spent the last 20 years in Victoria and he enjoyed its size, natural beauty, and the friendliness of Victoria residents. He often shared how much he loved his chosen home. Recently, John focused on areas of caring for others and through helping professions. John was considered by many to be a valued responsible employee, a mentor and coach. He will be missed by his co-workers past and present. He sent his family a message this past Christmas day saying that, if he could not spend Christmas with family, at least he could help make sure others got their turkey dinner.

John consistently lived his life with kindness, generosity and caring. He was the first person to step forward to lend a helping hand, was a trusted confidante and friend, often put the needs of others ahead of his own, offered friendship and a neighbourly hand to those less fortunate, and was totally committed to his mother Jean. He enjoyed cooking and nothing gave him more joy than sitting down to a good meal. He loved to travel and saw many parts of Canada, US, Columbia, Mexico, and Europe. His friend, Erick, shared that when John was in Columbia visiting Erik's family, he was like a kid in “awe.” John not only saw the beauty of their country but he allowed them to appreciate it through new eyes. John also loved camping, nature, singing karaoke, and lively conversations around current events.

Due to COVID, the family will hold off on any “in person” gatherings to honour and celebrate John’s life. If you can find a moment to bring forward a wonderful memory of John (and share it on this page), eat a favorite meal of his, listen to music he loved, or have a feisty conversation about current events - we know this is the best way to honour him for now.