Michael (Mike) Mathew Carr, 72, of Havre, MT, passed away on December 12 th , 2023.
Mike was born on June 8 th , 1951 to James and Ethel (Ludwig) Carr in Havre, MT. He
grew up in Rudyard, MT and graduated from Rudyard High School in 1969. After high
school, Mike enlisted in the Navy and served from 1970 to 1980.
Mike, call sign SR1, helped start Hill County Search and Rescue (SAR) in 1988 and was
the unit commander until 1992. He was also a member of Montana State SAR and was
elected as the Communications Officer. Later he was elected to be the Montana State
SAR Commander from 2006-2007. Mike was a member of the National SAR and started
Montana Mutterings for the National SAR Newsletter. He was also awarded a lifetime
membership in SAR.
Mike was a member of the Hi-Line Ham Club and his call sign was KE7TPU. Mike also
devoted 25 plus years to his role as a Hunter Education Instructor. Mike was an avid
outdoorsman, creating lots of memories hunting and fishing with his family and friends.
Mike was preceded in death by his parents, James and Ethel, his brother James (Jim)
Carr, and a brother-in-law, Greg Jensen. He is survived by his brother Pat (Barb) Carr,
sisters Ginger (Max) Maddox, Joan Jensen, and Mary Lou (Steve) Klobofski. Mike is also
survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
At Mike's request, no services will be held. Donations may be made to Hill County
Search and Rescue, PO Box 1662, Havre, MT 59501, or to any organization of the
donor's choice.