Clarence Lee Carr

BAXTER CHAPEL-Clarence Lee Carr, born June 7, 1951, in Nashville, Tennessee, passed away on Monday, October 12, 2026, at Signature of Putnam in Algood, TN. He will be remembered as a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather whose life was deeply rooted in faith, family, and the simple joys of home.

Mr. Carr served his country in the U.S. Air Force. He was of the Church of Christ faith. 

He loved to work in his yard, taking pride in keeping it looking good. He was a hard worker and loved to help others. Clarence cared about his "people" and loved his people big. He was a trickster and loved to make others laugh. He was a selfless person. 

Mr. Carr especially enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Those who knew him will remember the care he gave to the things he loved and the steady presence he brought to the lives of those around him.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Shirley Smith Carr of Cookeville, with whom he shared 49 years of marriage. He also leaves behind his son, Craig Carr of Lafayette, Tennessee, and his wife, Tammy; his daughters, Amy Hall of Cookeville and her husband, Jason, and Cynthia Yancey of Chestnut Mound, Tennessee, and her husband, Scott. His family was further blessed by his grandchildren, Ashley Clemons and her husband, Mason; Ben Guffey and his wife, Stevie; Ayden Hall; TJ Wilmoth; Ruby Yancey; Jessica Tyree; and Kaitlyn Carr. He is also survived by his great-grandchildren, Clyde Clemons, Clover Clemons, Ollie Guffey, Archer Guffey, and many more. Each of them was a cherished part of his life, and his love for his family will remain a lasting gift in their hearts.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Delbert Carr and Thelma Marie Jones Carr; his daughter, Jennifer Guffey; his sister, Denelda Carr Young; and his brother, Charles Carr. Their memories remained part of the story of his life and were held close by those who loved him.

Visitation for Mr. Carr will be held on Thursday, October 15, 2026, from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at Baxter Chapel, 532 4th Ave. S, Baxter, Tennessee 38544. Funeral service will follow at 2:00 p.m. at Baxter Chapel. Burial will take place at Smellage Memory Gardens, 10825 Hopewell Road, Silver Point, Tennessee 38582. Bro. Christopher Hicks will officiate.

Serving as pallbearers will be Jason Hall, Ayden Hall, Ben Guffey, Scott Guffey, Jerry Hicks and Doug Gregory.

Clarence Lee Carr will be remembered with love and gratitude by all who knew him. His memory will live on in the family he cherished, in the friendships he valued, and in the many quiet ways he made life better for those around him.

Baxter Chapel Hooper-Huddleston and Horner Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements (931)858-2134. You may share condolences and memories at www.hhhfunerals.com