Robert E. Carrie, 85, of Keensburg, IL, passed away on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 at Deaconess Gateway in Newburgh, Indiana with his loving family by his side. He was born on November 7, 1938 in Vincennes, IN, the son of E. Ellis and Ida Marguerite Carrie. Bob married Barbara Young on October 17, 1970 in Shawneetown, IL, and together they enjoyed fifty-three years of marriage centered on their family.
Bob will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather and brother. Bob was an extraordinary musician and during his younger years, he was in the band Dawnbeats, and they performed in Indianapolis regularly. He was very proud that as a band they recorded a single with Amp Records. Bob’s band was also made mention of in two books that shared about Indianapolis Rock-N-Roll history. Another proud moment in Bob’s music career was recording two records in Nashville. In Bob’s later years, he also enjoyed playing in a Gospel Band with his family.
Bob worked as a charter driver where he made many friendships. Above all, Bob loved his family and treasured time spent with the grandchildren. Bob and Barbara were always up for an adventure on the motorcycle, planning trips to Florida and the Smokey Mountains. He was a true outdoorsman, enjoying boating with the family and fishing. Bob was a member of Keensburg Christian Church. He will be missed by his family and all who knew him.
Bob will be remembered by his loving wife, Barbara Carrie; son, Tom Bodwell; two daughters, Bobbie (Jeff) McWilliams, and April (Darren Phillips) Wood; grandchildren, Brittaney, Aubree, Harmonie, and Joseph; great grandchildren, Brilynne, Blakeley, DeLainey, Ryleigh, Mackenzie, Lathan, and Daxton; many loved nieces, nephews and cousins.
Bob was preceded in death by his parents; five sisters, Esther Mae, twins, Betty and Norma, Linda and Peggy.
Family and friends are invited to gather for a Visitation from 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m., Tuesday, July 23, 2024 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home.
Funeral Services will be at 11:00 a.m., Wednesday, July 24, 2024 in the Chapel of Keepes Funeral Home with Pastor Allan Wright officiating. Burial will follow at Bethel Cemetery in Bellmont, IL.
Memorial contributions may be made in Bob’s memory to Keensburg Christian Church. Envelopes will be at the funeral home or can be mailed to Keepes Funeral Home, 1500 North Cherry Street, Mount Carmel, IL 62863.
Keepes Funeral Home is serving the family with the arrangements. To view Robert’s tribute wall, and leave condolences for the Carrie family, please visit www.keepesfuneralhome.com
