Carol S. Orr Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Carol S. Orr, 83, of Bloomington passed away on Tuesday, June 23, 2020. Carol was born on August 31, 1936 in Hammond, Indiana the daughter of Thomas and Caroline (Lohse) James. She was a 1954 graduate of Hammond High School in Hammond, Indiana. After graduating she was employed at Inland Steel where she met her husband James Alfred Orr II. They were married on June 20, 1959. They were happily married for 58 years. She also was employed by the Nalco Water Company until she retired in 1994. Carol was an active member of First United Methodist Church in Bloomington and enjoyed the ladies of the Phoebe Circle. She enjoyed traveling extensively with her husband, had a passion for cooking, and loved her pets. She also enjoyed volunteering at Opportunity House. Carol loved her family and always enjoyed spending time with family and friends. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her. Carol is survived by her children, Susan (Jon) Huffer of Bloomington; James Alfred Orr III of Sunny Side, GA; Thomas Richard (Ellen Popodi) Orr of Bloomington; three grandchildren, Sarah Fetzer; Laura Emery; Ashley Tully; and one-great grandson, Joseph Fetzer. Preceding her in death are her parents and husband James Alfred Orr II. The family would like to thank Jill’s House and Richland Bean-Blossom Healthcare Center for their loving care of Carol. We are grateful for everything they did to make her happy, healthy and safe. A private graveside service will be held at a later date. She will be laid to rest next to her husband at Valhalla Memory Gardens. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Monroe County Animal Shelter. Allen Funeral Home and Crematory have been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences, photos and memories may be shared with family and friends at www.allencares.com

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Carol S. Orr

August 31, 1936 - June 23, 2020