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Claire Carr Strahan

August 21, 1963 ~ December 8, 2025

Born in: Fort Eustis, Virginia
Resided in: Indianapolis, Indiana

Claire Carr Strahan, born on August 21, 1963, in Fort Eustis, Virginia, to Cornelius and Katherine Fox Carr. She departed this life on December 8, 2025, in Indianapolis, Indiana, embraced by the love and comfort of her family. She was a luminary in her professional sphere, dedicating her talents to Crossroads Industrial Services in Indianapolis, where her legacy will undoubtedly endure in the hearts of those who had the privilege to work alongside her.

A spirited individual, Claire drew immense joy from the simple pleasures of life. She cherished her time spent with loved ones, reveling in the company of family and friends. Her affectionate bond with her dog brightened her days, serving as a testament to her nurturing spirit. As a proud member of the Indianapolis Deaf Club, she became an integral part of a community that cherished connection and understanding, fostering relationships that transcended spoken words.

Claire’s family, who provided her with unwavering support, includes her beloved mother, Katherine Fox Carr, and her siblings—Cori (Ralph) Dabney, Todd (Beth) Keck, Con (Sarah) Carr, and Dr. Frank (Laura) Carr, and her aunt Katherine and uncles Edward and Michael, along with several nieces and nephews, her deaf family, further enrich her legacy. She is proceded in death is her father, Cornelius Carr, whose memory remains a guiding light for her kin.

A Celebration of Claire’s life will be held at a later date at the O’Riley – Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, 6107 S. East Street, Indianapolis, Indiana 46227.

Claire’s life was a tapestry woven from vibrant threads of compassion, strength, and joy, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew her. Her spirit, a beacon of affection and camaraderie, will be dearly missed yet lovingly remembered. As her family reflects on her life, they carry with them the warmth of her presence and the profound impact she has made in their lives and the community at large.

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  1. Glen Prows and Janice Koniar. We knew Claire about 17 year ago by Cythina made friend on Claire to us ..will always missed her with beautiful smile and always said asl ily hand to me.. she is big sore missed by lots people.. she had bigger sweet heart to anyone…

  2. I know her though our roommate and also closer her live on Post Rd for long ago and I still miss her and Cindy Barnett too and 🤟

  3. I know her and she is so sweet lady and I love to laugh when I tease to her joke and she is good person ! I m prayer for her family and her best friend of Cynitha Barnett ! She is in the heaven no more pain in rest in peace ! We love u Claire ! She is go home with Jesus !

  4. I know she been good woman she is lovable I m good friend I has good memories with Claire for long time ago I know god will take care of her cynitha Barnett we are good time and memories I will miss her and u too I m prayer for her family and love my good friend I will see her in heaven I hope cynitha Barnett stay strong

  5. Claire was one of the few friends I made when I first entered ISD without any knowledge of sign language. We spent our middle school having sleep overs at each others houses houses. She always had a smile that could brighten up a dark room. Rest my friend, see you later ❤️🤟🏻

  6. she is very friendly since I met Claire.. also fun and so good memorial .. I won’t forget Claire.. miss her

    • I know Claire and she is very sweet lady, friendly and live roomate with Cynthia Barrett and She is rest in peace . She will misses her family and classmate of 1984 and friends..

  7. I miss Claire she is so sweet and she has good heart I know her for about 15 or so first meet Claire and Cindy at hotel they was work pray for her family and she go home .. I miss u Claire

  8. Claire is swee and smiling all the time and I miss her and she is my good friend for long time and have good memories with her and good heart and good times

  9. Hi!!! I knew Claire for a long time..She was very sweet and have a great smile on her face..I really miss her very dearly…Rest peace Claire!!! Love her very much as my great friend..🤟🤟

  10. I miss Claire Strathan,,,,she always enjoy talk with me ,,I always remember her,,,,,she always sweet humble person,,,,I show how I care of Claire and her roommate Cynthia Barnett

  11. Claire Strahan is sweet and show love to them so she is my great friend and big hugs ! I love Claire so much my heart! God bless you all ! I love you more more!

  12. Claire,were the moist amazing person and good friend always .i will miss her more than words can say.Keep prayer for her .she so sweet person ……God bless her and her families .

    Rest in peace…

  13. I meant Claire for the first time through Cindy and Heidi. Heidi is my daughter. She was always smiling and friendly. Loving to her friends and I very much enjoyed being around her. I felt like alot of the girls was my kids. I love her with all my heart and she will be missed!

  14. I missed Claire. Claire was very smile and friendly always. She is in heaven with Jesus now for forever.
    Rest in peace.🙏🙏🙏

  15. We’ve had the pleasure of knowing Clair for a long time. She’s a beacon of joy and laughter, always ready with a her roommates Cindy B and Heidi. Our heartfelt condolences go out to her family and friends during this difficult time. 🙏🏼🙏🏼

  16. I will miss her hugs and smiles. I first met her in children’s deaf camp then later meet her again in residential deaf school and graduated together. We had some good times together along with other friends.

  17. I miss of Claire and she love me long time God bless of Claire to go heaven and peace n future and she have pleasure with us have a fun with me all time and we pray 🙏 for her to heaven 🤟🤟🤟🤟🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏


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