"Lit a candle in memory of Louis A. Carrara"
In loving memory of
Louis A. Carrara
January 6, 1925 - December 10, 2015
Louie Carrara
Canton - Louis A. Louie Carrara formerly of Canton, IL, passed away on Thursday, December 10, 2015, at Bethesda North Hospital, Cincinnati, OH.
Louie was born January 6, 1925, in Canton, IL, the son of Alceste and Zaira (Giovacchini) Carrara.
He married Helene (Flynn) Carrara in Canton, IL on January 17, 1948. She survives.
He is also survived by four children; H. Rebecca Canty (Raymond), Constance Ziegler (James), Jennifer Kaye Doyle and Louis A. Carrara, seven grandchildren; Quinn Canty, Megan Canty, Scott Canty (Lynsey), Todd Ziegler (Cris), Corey Ziegler, Carrie Ziegler and Ian Doyle, nine great-grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.
Preceding him in death are his parents, one brother; Anthony Carrara, three sisters; Sandrina Massino, Gina Baker, Mary Windsor and one granddaughter Jaclyn Kaye Doyle.
Louie was a US Navy WWII Veteran and served in the Pacific Theatre. One of several battles Louie was involved in was the Battle of Peleliu in the Palau Islands. After the war he went to work at International Harvester for 18 years. He also worked nights and weekends at the local radio station WBYS. In 1961 he left Harvester and opened Louies Dari-Castle where many young people enjoyed their first job and/or a trip around the establishment to meet up with friends. This later became Louies Restaurant. He retired to Santa Barbara, CA in 1973, but then opened the Say Cheese Deli on State Street in 1975. Louies second retirement was to move to Ohio in 2004.
He was liked and respected by everyone who knew him and enjoyed time with his family, golf and all other sports.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Josephs Catholic Cemetery, 139 E. Chestnut Street, Canton, IL 61520.
Visitation will be held at Oaks-Hines Funeral Home in Canton on Tuesday, December 15, 2015, from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. A graveside service, with military honors, will immediately follow the visitation at St. Josephs Catholic Cemetery in Canton.
To View Louiss video tribute, or leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com
Tributes
"Lit a candle in memory of Louis A. Carrara"
"Lit a candle in memory of Louis A. Carrara"
"Lit a candle in memory of Louis A. Carrara"
"Lit a candle in memory of Louis A. Carrara"
"Lit a candle in memory of Louis A. Carrara"
"Lit a candle in memory of Louis A. Carrara"
"Lit a candle in memory of Louis A. Carrara"
"Helen, Becky, Connie, Jenny and Little Louie My mother told me of the passing of your father. I am truly sorry for your loss, in fact it is a loss to all of us who remain on this earth. Your dad was a kind, thoughtful, happy person and I liked him very much. I always enjoyed the times when our parents visited each other. Louie was my sponsor for "Confirmation". I am sure he is in heaven now watching over you. I hope you are all doing well. Regards, Stan Moore (Mae and Whiteys oldest son)."
"Jenny -- I was sorry to read of the passing of your father. All of us "kids" had fond memories of him. You have my sympathies Dee Dee Payne Doubet"
"Louie, I am truly sorry to hear about the passing of your father. May God comfort you and your family during this time of great loss. When your family moved to California, Canton lost a piece of time-honored nostalgia--Louie's Drive In. I'll say a prayer at Mass in honor of your father. May your memories keep your family strong. In love and prayers, Sharon 'Buffington' Ross"
"Louie was a great boss. Gave me my first "real" job at the restaurant washing dishes. Thanks Louie!"
"What a beautiful tribute in video form of your beloved Father, Jennifer, Sisters and brother and Ian, your Grandfather. I almost made it through until the playing of taps. If we could be loved as your Father loved your Mother....we would have all the earthly riches. RIP....a life well lived"
"Lou was so special to all of us at the ATC. He made my heart happy every week I saw him. We will miss his smile and great stories. Thank you for sharing him with us. We loved Lou. Karen Baas RN Bethesda North ATC"
"Louis, I'm sorry about your Dad passing. I'm so happy you remembered me at K-Mart when you was in the store today. Was great to see you. I have many very happy memories working at the restaurant with both of you and I have thought of you and your family . Unfortunately I wont be able to attend visitation and services. Prayers for all of your family at this time."
"So sorry for your loss, Connie. Your father made all of us so happy by having the Dairy Castle. Love the memories. Also you all lived next door to my Aunt Mary and Uncle Don for many years. I am praying for you and your family."
"So sorry to hear of Louie passing, he was great man and was loved by all high school kids!! My prayers are with his family"
"Jennifer, So sorry to hear of your father's passing. I know how close you were to him from how you would speak of your family when we worked together at Bergners. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Penny Stone Beadles penwah01@att.net"
"So sorry for the loss of your Father Louie, My thoughts and Prayers are with your Family at this Time! "GOD had another perfect Angel! GOD Bless!"
"So sorry to hear about your dads passing .He was kind enough to give me a job at the Dairy Castle . He was a kind man and I enjoyed haven as my boss . Prayers for you and your family"
"Constance, So sorry to hear about the loss of your Father. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Jane Hoffmann"
"So very sorry to hear of your father's passing. Louie was so special to so many people. My first remembrance of him was when we were neighbors on 2nd and Vine in Canton. I used to babysit for you and when your parents returned home, he would walk me home. The Carrara's were always a pleasant memory for me. Suzanne Thompson 4326 Hammersmith Dr Clermont, FL 34711"