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Argos student, 16, killed in Saturday two-car crash; funeral services this week

An Argos High School student was killed in a two-car crash Saturday.

 

The accident happened late Saturday afternoon on U.S. 31 at 18th Road south of Argos.  Emily Carr, 16, was the driver of a Chrysler Sebring going eastbound on 18th Road when another vehicle was southbound on 31.  Carr died from injuries sustained when the vehicles collided.  Four others were injured.

Four others were hurt in the two-vehicle collision.

Extra counselors are expected to be at the school today to help students and staff.

Funeral services have been scheduled for this week for Emily Carr.  They can be seen below:

 

Emily Jean Carr, 16, of Argos, passed away on August 20, 2022 at 4:37 p.m. from injuries sustained in an automobile accident.

 

On November 21, 2005 in Rochester, Emily was born to John F. Carr and Lisa M. (Ballinger) Carr. She lived all of her life in the Argos community.

 

Emily just started her Junior year at Argos High School where she was on the volleyball team and the bowling team. She was actively involved in Sunshine Club, Tech Club, band, and the Leo’s Club.

 

Emily is survived by her Mom and Dad – Lisa and John Carr of Argos

Brother – John R. Carr of Argos

Paternal Grandparents – Karen and Ralph Swanson

Many aunts, uncles, and cousins

She is preceded in death by her: Maternal Grandparents – Rocky and Kay Ballinger; and Paternal Grandfather – Roy A. Carr.

 

Friends may visit with the family on Wednesday, August 24, 2022, from 4 p.m. – 8 p.m. at the Argos United Methodist Church, 570 N. Michigan St., Argos.

 

Funeral Services will be held on Thursday, August 25, 2022, at 11:00 a.m. at the church with Rev. Tim Lee and Rev. Max Milton.

 

Burial will follow at the Maple Grove Cemetery, Argos.

 

In honoring the life of Emily the family request to come wearing your Sponge Bob or Harry Potter attire or your favorite Argos High School apparel.

 

Memorial Contributions may be made to help the family with final expenses at: Emily Jean Carr Memorial Fund – 208 N. Michigan St., Argos, Indiana, 46501   

 

Arrangements have been entrusted with the Earl-Grossman Funeral Home, Argos

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