Demetra (Henson) Carr

Demetra Ann Henson Carr, 83, of The Villages, Florida, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on July 30, 1942, in Claremore, Oklahoma, Ann was the daughter of Cecile and Lucy Henson. She grew up in Charlestown, Indiana, where she met her future husband, Francis Dean Carr. The couple married shortly after graduating from Charlestown High School and celebrated 64 beautiful years of marriage filled with love, partnership, and countless cherished memories.

Ann was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who found her greatest joy in her family. She took immense pride in nurturing and caring for her loved ones. Together with Dean, she raised two children: daughter Lee Ann Carr Solomon and son Lawrence Dean Carr. Ann was deeply involved in her children’s education and served as President of the PTA for the various schools they attended, always advocating passionately for their success and well-being.

Ann enjoyed a long and successful 39-year career in the legal profession in Jacksonville, Florida, working as a paralegal and office manager. She later became an adjunct faculty member at Jacksonville University and was an active leader in the Paralegal Association of Florida, serving in several officer roles. Her professionalism, dedication, and kindness left a lasting impression on colleagues and students alike.

In retirement, Ann and Dean moved to The Villages, Florida, where they spent 26 wonderful years together. They also cherished their time at their historic cabin in Burkesville, Kentucky, where they spent many summers creating lasting family memories surrounded by nature and the simple joys of cabin life. Ann had a creative spirit and found great happiness in quilting, arts and crafts, often making beautiful handmade gifts for her family and friends.

Ann was preceded in death by her daughter, Lee Ann Carr Solomon, and her granddaughter, Whitney Lee Chapman. She is survived by her beloved husband of 64 years, Francis Dean Carr; her son Lawrence Dean Carr; her grandchildren Joshua Tekin, Lindsay Carr, and Courteney Carr; and her great-grandchildren Emma June Tekin, Shelby Chapman, Wyatt Chapman, and Camille Chapman.

A graveside service was conducted on Wednesday May 27, 2026 at 2:00 PM in the Duch Creek Cemetery in Cumberland County, Kentucky with Deacon John Thompson officiating, and Eulogy by Patti Thompson.

Norris-New Funeral Home of Burkesville Kentucky was honored to be in charge of all local arrangements.

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