Fonda R. Carr

Fonda Ruby Carr, of the Town of Barre, NY entered into Heaven’s gates on Thursday, December 12, 2024 following a lengthy illness.

Born October 7, 1953 in Albion, Fonda was the eldest daughter of Arthur W. and Dawn Y. (Greenwald) Wilkins. She graduated from Medina High School Class of 1971 and in 1970-71 she was crowned Orleans County Dairy Princess. On August 4, 1973 she married the love of her life, Donald W. Carr, Sr. Fonda worked as a substitute teacher for both the Albion and Medina Central School Districts, a job she truly loved. She often shared fond memories of her years working at Fisher Price as well. 

Fonda was a member of the East Shelby Vol. Fire Co. Ladies Auxiliary for many years. Possessing a deep love for music, Fonda played several instruments and could light up a room with how beautifully she played the organ. She was a sweet, kindhearted person who loved to joke and laugh. Fonda loved being with her family and friends, who were so special to her. She will be dearly missed by all that knew her.

In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her beloved husband, Donald W. Carr, Sr. in 2018; nephew, Michael Rich, Jr. in 1997; and niece, Jenna Pratt in 2009.

Left to cherish her memory are her son, Donald (Gretchen) Carr, Jr.; daughter, Jennifer Carr; adored granddaughter, Faith Bennett; sisters, Darlene (Michael) Rich, Sharlene (John) Pratt and Donna (James) Grinnell; several brothers and sisters in-law and nieces and nephews; and her grand-pets.

Calling hours will be held on Wednesday, Dec 18 from 3-7PM at Cooper Funeral Home, 215 W. Center St., Medina. Her funeral service will be held the next morning, Thursday, Dec. 19 at 11AM at the funeral home. Private interment will be in Millville Cemetery at a later date. Memorial donations in Fonda’s name would be greatly appreciated to the E. Shelby Vol. Fire Co., 5021 E. Shelby Rd., Medina, NY 14103 or to Hospice of Orleans at www.hospiceoforleans.org.