Venice High School Alumni
Los Angeles, California (CA)
In Memory of
Philip James Carr
1949-2026
Born Feb 09, 1949, Philip James Carr attended Venice High School in Los Angeles, CA.
Class of 1967
Feb 09, 1949 - Mar 18, 2026
Feb 09, 1949 - Mar 18, 2026
It is with a joyous heart that I, Kathleen Carr, share the colorful journey of my beloved husband, Philip Carr, a man whose life was a testament to the adjectives adventurous, compassionate, generous, and loyalty . Philip, born on February 9, 1949 in New York, NY, and passing on March 18, 2026. For the past 14 years, we made memories in the charming town of Buckley, Washington, but moved to Washington in 1979 where Philip's adventurous spirit and zest for life touched many.
A born adventurer, Philip's journey took him from surfing the waves of California to skiing the snowy slopes of the western United States. His love for the outdoors was only matched by his love for people. He was a compassionate soul, always eager to meet everyone at any gathering. He and I have co-owned a travel agency for 30 years in Enumclaw WA. His loyalty to his passions was unwavering, whether it was square dancing with me in our early days, scuba diving in the Pacific and the Caribbean, Mexico and Hawaii, or tracing his roots in Greece and visiting his family there.
Philip was a man of many talents. He was a journey wireman electrician by trade, a proud member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers for over 40 years. He was a behind-the-scenes hero in our travel agency, making sure everything ran smoothly. His life was a fascinating journey filled with love, laughter, and a boundless spirit of adventure. Above all, he treasured our 50 years together, a testament to his loyalty and the love we shared.
Philip leaves behind beautiful memories to be cherished by myself, his sister Elaine Fleisher, and our niece Alexis Guzzard and her family. His cousin Michael and his wife Donna are a important part of his life. He now joins his parents, James and Anastasia Carr, in the next phase of his journey.
Philip's journey may have come to an end, but his spirit lives on in the countless lives he touched. We encourage you to share your memories, stories, and photos on the memorial page, as a testament to a life lived fully and passionately. Celebrate Philip, for he was a man who truly knew how to live.
HISTORICAL BACKGROUND
???????? At age 9 in December of 1958, Phil was a Boy Scout with Cub Pack 121, which held its meetings at Stoner Avenue Elementary School auditorium. Phil earned his Wolf Badge and was voted CUB OF THE MONTH. In 1960 he received his 3-year scout pin.
??????? In August of 1963, Phil won top honors at the Culver City Lions Club Swimfest held at the Culver Plunge, winning Class A Boys 40 meters.
???? In 1965 Phil, a 10th grader? at Venice, was in JV Football under Coach Thompson.?
In 1966, Phil was on the Varsity Football Team Coached by Barr and Cullom. In 1967, his senior year at Venice, he was on the Varsity Football Team, and then went onto win the League Championship against the Palisades High School Dolphins.
????????? Phil graduated with the Winter 1967 class, The Kahilians?, and, after graduation Phil attended Santa Monica College?.
???????????????? Phil married Kathleen Louise Whitson on December 31, 1975 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Kathie graduated from Torrance High School in 1966.
????????? Phil and Kathy ?eventually moved to the state of Washington ?where they were in the travel business together, called The Travel Line.
????? In 2025, they celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in Hawaii.
A born adventurer, Philip's journey took him from surfing the waves of California to skiing the snowy slopes of the western United States. His love for the outdoors was only matched by his love for people. He was a compassionate soul, always eager to meet everyone at any gathering. He and I have co-owned a travel agency for 30 years in Enumclaw WA. His loyalty to his passions was unwavering, whether it was square dancing with me in our early days, scuba diving in the Pacific and the Caribbean, Mexico and Hawaii, or tracing his roots in Greece and visiting his family there.
Philip was a man of many talents. He was a journey wireman electrician by trade, a proud member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers for over 40 years. He was a behind-the-scenes hero in our travel agency, making sure everything ran smoothly. His life was a fascinating journey filled with love, laughter, and a boundless spirit of adventure. Above all, he treasured our 50 years together, a testament to his loyalty and the love we shared.
Philip leaves behind beautiful memories to be cherished by myself, his sister Elaine Fleisher, and our niece Alexis Guzzard and her family. His cousin Michael and his wife Donna are a important part of his life. He now joins his parents, James and Anastasia Carr, in the next phase of his journey.
Philip's journey may have come to an end, but his spirit lives on in the countless lives he touched. We encourage you to share your memories, stories, and photos on the memorial page, as a testament to a life lived fully and passionately. Celebrate Philip, for he was a man who truly knew how to live.
HISTORICAL BACKGROUND
???????? At age 9 in December of 1958, Phil was a Boy Scout with Cub Pack 121, which held its meetings at Stoner Avenue Elementary School auditorium. Phil earned his Wolf Badge and was voted CUB OF THE MONTH. In 1960 he received his 3-year scout pin.
??????? In August of 1963, Phil won top honors at the Culver City Lions Club Swimfest held at the Culver Plunge, winning Class A Boys 40 meters.
???? In 1965 Phil, a 10th grader? at Venice, was in JV Football under Coach Thompson.?
In 1966, Phil was on the Varsity Football Team Coached by Barr and Cullom. In 1967, his senior year at Venice, he was on the Varsity Football Team, and then went onto win the League Championship against the Palisades High School Dolphins.
????????? Phil graduated with the Winter 1967 class, The Kahilians?, and, after graduation Phil attended Santa Monica College?.
???????????????? Phil married Kathleen Louise Whitson on December 31, 1975 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Kathie graduated from Torrance High School in 1966.
????????? Phil and Kathy ?eventually moved to the state of Washington ?where they were in the travel business together, called The Travel Line.
????? In 2025, they celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in Hawaii.