Melvin A. Carr

Melvin A. Carr, age 87, of Medina, NY, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Saturday, January 4, 2025. 

He was born August 25, 1937 in Falls Creek, Pennsylvania, a son of the late Adam and Josephine (Snyder) Carr. Melvin moved to Medina in 1957. In 1962 he married Virginia (Downey) Carr. He worked as a mechanic for Botsford and Hartway for over 30 years and owned and operated Melvin Carr Used Cars which was on Salt Works Rd. for a short time and later moved to Middleport. Melvin enjoyed working on cars, stock car racing, playing cards and camping.

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his former wife, Virginia Carr; and two sisters, Florence McKee and Dorothy Newell.

He is survived by his daughters, Ann Carr and Cindy (Brian) Watson both of Medina; grandchildren, Michael Ryder, Jr. of PA and Melissa Rodgers of Medina; several great-grandchildren; brother, Norman (Mary) Carr of Barker; and several nieces and nephews.

His memorial service will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 8 at 4PM at Trinity Lutheran Church, 1212 West Ave., Medina, NY 14103. Arrangements are in the care of Cooper Funeral Home 215 West Center St. Medina.