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Patrick Eugene Carr

1922 – 1998

United States federal judge

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About Patrick Eugene Carr

Lived 1922 – 1998 (aged 75). Patrick Eugene Carr was an American lawyer and judge.

Patrick Eugene Carr (October 2, 1922 – June 1, 1998) was a United States district judge of the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana.

Education and career

Born in Jasper County, Mississippi to Eugene Alfonse Carr and Sarah Carr, Carr served in the United States Army Air Corps during World War II, from 1940 to 1945, achieving the rank of Technical Sergeant.

He was the National Commander of the Veterans of Foreign Wars from 1972-1973.

Federal judicial service

On June 14, 1979, Carr was nominated by President Jimmy Carter to a new seat on the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana created by 92 Stat. 1629. He was confirmed by the United States Senate on September 25, 1979, and received his commission on September 26, 1979. He assumed senior status on October 1, 1991, serving in that capacity until his death, on June 1, 1998, in New Orleans.

Personal

Carr and his wife, Jean, were married on December 20, 1947. They had four daughters and three sons.

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Loyola University New Orleans College of Law

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Patrick Eugene Carr?

United States federal judge (1922-1998)

When was Patrick Eugene Carr born?

Patrick Eugene Carr was born on 2 October 1922 in Jasper County.

When did Patrick Eugene Carr die?

Patrick Eugene Carr died on 1 June 1998 in New Orleans.

What was Patrick Eugene Carr's occupation?

Patrick Eugene Carr was a lawyer and judge.

What nationality was Patrick Eugene Carr?

Patrick Eugene Carr was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Patrick Eugene Carr

· Wikidata: Q7146450

· DBpedia: Patrick Eugene Carr

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