Background
Karr, James Barry was born on May 30, 1945 in Elmhurst, Illinois, United States. Son of John Melvin and Katherine Karr.
Karr, James Barry was born on May 30, 1945 in Elmhurst, Illinois, United States. Son of John Melvin and Katherine Karr.
Bachelor of Business Administration, Elmhurst College, Illinois, 1973. Master of Business Administration in Production Management, Florida Institute of Technology, 1977.
Commissioned Second lieutenant United States Army, 1967, advanced through grades to lieutenant colonel, 1967-1986, registered representative and district agent 1st Commissioned Finance Services Fort Worth, 1986—2001, district manager 1st Commissioned Finance Services, 1989—2001. Director resource development Officer's Christian Fellowship, Englewood, Colorado, 2001—2008.
Board directors Kansans for a Strong Fort Riley, 1992-1996. Member of National Rifle Association (life), Association of the United States Army (board governors 1995-1996), Manhattan (Kansas) Chamber of Commerce (military relations committee 1986-1996), National Association Defense Preparedness, North America Versatile Hunting Dog Association, Ducks Unlimited, Safari Club International, N. American Hunting Club (life). Clubs: Ducks Unlimited, North America Versatile Hunting Dog Association.
Married Laurel Ann Spruth, May 3, 1966. Children: James B. Junior, Lisa A., Alison L., Jamie R., Samuel J.