Ernestine Franklin Carr Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Ernestine Franklin Carr, age 97, of Milledgeville, passed away Thursday, May 9, 2019. A native of Toccoa, she was born June 6, 1921 to the late Ira Warren Franklin and the late Amy Louise Thomas Franklin. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by her Husband, Robert Edward Carr, Sr., by a Brother, Horace W. Franklin, Sr., by two Sisters, Edna Wright and Christine Aycock, and by a Great Grandson, Cody Carr. Ernestine is survived by: Her Children, Sandy & Bo Camilla, Bobby & Judy Carr, Cheryl & John Chapman, Brenda & Hugh Hindman, Janice & Bud Merritt, and Tina & Owen Pittman ; by Nieces and Nephews, Madelyn Wright, Debby Dobbs, Maryann Brown, Vickie Yates, Vicki Franklin, Janie Butler, Dianne Barton, Mary Jackson, Carolyn Stephens, Jimmy Aycock, and David Aycock ; 17 Grandchildren, 21 Great Grandchildren, & 2 Great Great Grandchildren. Funeral Services for Ernestine Franklin Carr will be conducted Tuesday, May 14, 2019 at 12:30pm in the Chapel of Williams Funeral Home. Interment will be Private. The family will receive friends at the Williams Funeral Home on Tuesday, May 14, 2019 from 11:30 AM until the service hour. The family has asked that, in lieu of flowers, Memorial Contributions be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105, in Memory of her Great Grandson, Cody Carr. ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………… ………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Mama, Granny, Aunt Ern, Mama Carr, Big Ern, Mrs. Carr, Mrs. Robert Carr, and any other term of endearment used, Ernestine Franklin Carr ascended with the angels and was reunited with "Her Robert" and Jesus on the evening of May 9, 2019. Knowing she would not have chosen an alternative way, her children surrounded her bedside and spoke words of love and planted kisses on her sweet face as she peacefully departed for the streets of gold. On June 6, 1921 in Toccoa, GA, Ernestine was born to Ira Warren Franklin & Amy Louise Thomas Franklin. Occasionally, Mrs. Carr shared the adventures of moving from Toccoa to Atlanta, and she spoke with such reverence of how her own mother was smart and strong and loving. Toccoa and its Falls remained a fond place for Ernestine to visit as many family reunions took place there where they could visit the old home place. It was Atlanta where Ernestine caught the eye of Mr. Robert Carr, Sr., who pursued her and won her heart. Later, she married him, and he was the love of her life. Although he passed away in 1972, she was still Mrs. Robert Carr and wore her wedding ring for the remainder of her days. Anyone who was present when she spoke of "My Robert," could see her light up with love in her eyes even many years after his passing. Her family is consoled that she will be laid to rest with their Daddy and Granddaddy. Mrs. Carr often spoke of, and was excited at the thought of, being by her husband's side once again. Being a mother was Mrs. Carr's greatest joy. She loved every one of her children and grandchildren, unconditionally, and her doorstep, her kitchen table, and/or her arms were always the safest place to fall. When it came to challenging her family, Ern was a formidable opponent and to call her protective, would be an understatement. As the matriarch of the Carr Family, Granny was the one person the children and grandchildren called upon for advice, nurture, or a comfort meal which was always served with copious portions of love. When celebrating Ern, one would be remiss not to share her love of music and the arts which became an integral part of the Carr family’s lives. She loved to play piano and sing old hymns, her husband played the harmonica, and, together, they created artists in their own children who act, sing, play guitar, play piano, flute, and clarinet-- to name a few. Mrs.Carr always beamed with pride as she listened to and watched her children use their talents. One of her most popular requests from the guitar was "Wildwood Flower." Mrs. Carr used to say, "If you don't use the talents the Lord gave you, He might take them away." The legacy Mrs. Carr leaves is one from which many could emulate-- Love the Lord, and put Him first only above your family. Go on adventures and travel with your children, be an avid reader and allow books to take you places you may never go, stay abreast of politics and do not be timid when speaking for what is right. Be strong, yet kind and loving. Be smart, yet humble. Have a little bite of something sweet and an afternoon cup of coffee. Keep the Sabbath holy even if it's watching church on television. Say your prayers and count your blessings. The Carr family recognizes how truly fortunate they are to have a tremendous amount of wonderful memories to fill the void in their hearts, and they will miss her so very much all the days of their lives. Condolences may be expressed online at: www.williamsfuneral.net Williams Funeral Home & Crematory of Milledgeville is in charge of arrangements.

Ernestine Franklin Carr

June 6, 1921 - May 9, 2019