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Almon Franklin Carr was born to Almon Rentfro and Frankie Talley Carr in Winston –Salem,
North Carolina on July 31, 1945 and peacefully entered his eternal rest on January 25, 2026 after
several months of declining health.
A graduate of Western Carolina University and UNC School of Social Work, Almon’s 50 year
career in mental health services as a clinical social worker (LCSW) and marriage and family
therapist (LMFT) included employment at Broughton Hospital, Henderson County Mental
Health Center, and J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center as Social Work Director. He also
maintained a clinical private practice in Morganton. During his career, he was honored as Social
Worker of the Year by the NC Chapter of NASW and elected by his peers to serve as Chair of
the NCSW Licensing and Certification Board.
Almon and his wife shared an interest in antiques and history and together they owned Dogwood
Antiques in Morganton for twenty years. A long-standing member of the Historic Burke
Foundation, he served multiple terms on the Board, participated in planning the annual
Revolutionary War event and appraised items donated to the Foundation for the McDowell
House.
He is survived by Ann, his wife of 58 years; brother- in- law Jim Hire (Shirley) of Clemmons;
sister- in- law Emily Cash (Rodney) of Richmond, Va.; nieces, nephews, grand nephews,
cousins, close friends and countless clients who recognize the impact Almon had on their lives.
A memorial service will be held at New Hope Moravian Church, 2897 Sandy Ford Road,
Newton, NC 28658 on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at 1 p.m. with a reception to follow. There
will be a private burial for family.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial donations be made to Historic Burke Foundation, PO Box 915, Morganton, NC 28680, New Hope Moravian Church or to a charity of one’s choice.
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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I want to offer my condolences to the Carr family. Almon was my clinical supervisor when I was completing my MFT program at ASU. He always was professional, kind, supportive, and so helpful. The MFT and SW professions have lost a great professional. May God give the family comfort, peace, and strength now and in the days to come. Rama Jean Franklin
My Dear Ann and Family, I am so very sad. As you know, Almon was one of my main Social Work mentors. He taught me so very much, and encouraged me to return to school to obtain my MSW degree. What a person of integrity! Almon helped the lives of so very many people, professionally and personally. I miss him already.
Had the pleasure of working with Almon for many years at JIRDC. He was the kindest person to everyone. By proving with his actions, that caring for others is a worth while pursuit in life, he influenced and enabled many co-workers. May you and family be blessed during this time of loss.