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Martha M. Carr 1925-2021

YOUNGSTOWN — Martha Mae Carr, age 95, died on Wednesday, Feb. 24, 2021, at Continuing Healthcare of Boardman.

She was born July 12, 1925, in Conneaut, Ohio, a daughter of George B. and Florence H. Wright Sawtelle. Formerly of Zephyr Hills, Florida, Aurora, Galion and Andover, Ohio, Martha was a Youngstown resident for the past three years. Martha attended grade school and high school in Andover. After her family moved to Plano, Illinois, she graduated in 1943 from Plano High School.

She married Albert Carr on Sept. 15, 1943. The couple celebrated 76 years of marriage. She was a homemaker and passionate about family, especially her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. In her spare time, she enjoyed gardening and needlework.

In retirement, Martha and Al toured throughout the United States, camping in their travel trailers and participating in various travel and camping organizations.

Martha was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Albert; and three brothers, D. Wayne Sawtelle, Gerald W. Sawtelle and Gary L. Sawtelle.

Survivors include her three children, Craig (Gloria) Carr of Poland, Mitchell A. (Kim) Carr of Canal Fulton and Julie S. (Fred) Pierpont of Novi, Mich,; five grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and her brother, Richard Sawtelle of Sanger, Calif.

A private service will be held for the family. Burial of cremated remains will take place in Maple Grove Cemetery, Andover. Memorial contributions may be made to hospice or a charity of choice.

Baumgardner Funeral & Cremation Service of Andover handled the arrangements. Those wishing to share a fond memory or condolence may visit www.baumgardnerfuneralhome.com.

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