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Carl Curran Obituary
Spc. Carl F. Curran II, 22, of Union City, formerly of Bradys Bend, died May 16 in Al Karmah, Iraq, when a bomb detonated and flipped the Humvee in which he was riding into a canal.
He was mobilized Dec. 18, 2003, by the Pennsylvania National Guard, 1st Battalion, 107th Field Artillery, Oil City based Charley Battery as part of the Army's need for military police. After six weeks of special police training at Fort Dix, N.J., he arrived in Iraq on Feb. 18, 2004.
Born Dec. 6, 1981, at the Navy hospital in San Diego, Calif., he was the son of David C. and Manuela T. Blanco Curran.
He was a 2000 graduate of Karns City High School, where he was a member of the marching band for six years and was sectional leader of the drum line. He also participated in several musical stage productions at the high school. He joined the Pennsylvania National Guard in a special program for juniors at the school.
He was a loving and devoted husband and father and enjoyed hunting, fishing, canoeing, swimming, computer games, magic cards, Dungeons & Dragons and Hero Clix. He collected MatchBox Cars, GI Joe figures and comic books. He was active in scouting from Tiger Cubs to Boy Scouts with Troop 973 of Cowansville and obtained a rank of first class in the Boy Scouts.
He was employed at the Butler Days Inn as a member of the setup crew for the banquet department. He also had worked at Staples at Moraine Pointe Plaza.
He was a member of St. Patrick Roman Catholic Church, Sugarcreek Township, Armstrong County, and was an altar server at the church. He was a charter member of the Sons of the American Legion Post 488 and a member of the American Legion Post 488, both of Bradys Bend, and of the Post 488 Firing Squad. He also was a member of the squadron that placed flags on veterans' graves for Memorial Day.
Surviving are his wife, Dianna Joy Proper Curran, whom he married Dec. 5, 2003; a daughter, Lillian Michelle Curran of Union City; his parents of Bradys Bend; a brother, SK2 David C. Curran Jr. and his wife, Audrey of Valdez, Alaska; two sisters, PC3 Jessica L. Curran and her fiancé Andrew Ritterbusch of Bremerton, Wash., and Jennifer A. Curran of Bradys Bend; his paternal grandmother, Rita F. Miller Curran of Bradys Bend; maternal grandparents, James H. and Anne M. Cechvala Blanco of El Cajon, Calif.; three stepsisters, Patricia Franklin of Snohomish, Wash., Susan M. Raniere-Taylor and her husband, Brian, of Snohomish, and Janet M Uytingco and her husband, Elmer, of Goose Creek, S.C. Also surviving are aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Carl F. Curran, who died Sept. 15, 1992.
CURRAN - Friends of Spc. Carl F. Curran, died Sunday, May 16, 2004, will be received from 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday and from 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. Wednesday at CHARLES B. BUECHELE FUNERAL HOME, 105 Fourth St., East Brady. A Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Thursday at St. Patrick Roman Catholic Church, Route 68, Bradys Bend. The Rev. Anthony Ditto will officiate. Burial with full military honors will be at St. Mary Cemetery, Bradys Bend.
American Legion Post 488 will conduct a memorial service 7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.
A parish prayer service will be held at 8:30 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Lillian Michelle Curran Education Fund, c/o Farmers National Bank, P.O. Box 428, East Brady, PA 16028.
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Memories and Condolences
for Carl Curran
Their Boots Will Pound The Ground One Last Time!
Todd Van Tassell
April 22, 2013
The Veterans of Foreign Wars want to extend condolences to The family of this Warrior. John Krol Post 6773 of the VFW in Union City, Pa will Honor this Warrior on Memorial Day 2013.. Everyone is invited to attend. 2.5 miles of Combat Boots each one will have a picture of our fallen and the American Flag. This has never been done on a Memorial Day in the History of the U.S.,,, be a part of it!
Charlie Gili
April 20, 2013
Hello,
We would like to express our deepest condolences and also let the Curran Family know that we recently sent Care Packages to American troops in the war zones. Each box carried a dedication sheet that includes the name, service information and a photo of your loved one. We recognize that this is a humble tribute, but we wanted you to know that it is heartfelt and made possible by thousands of like-minded individuals in the youth hockey community and beyond. We will not forget. May God Bless you and keep you strong.
Sincerely,
Charlie Gili & Family
On Behalf of the US Hockey Players Support Our Troops Campaign
Ron Dombkowski
May 29, 2012
Thank You for your service,God Bless You, Your Family and the USA.
Peggy Childers
May 16, 2012
To the family and friends of Spc. Carl F. Curran:
Always remembering Carl. "Some gave all."
Lynne Neibert
April 16, 2012
Prayer Shawls 4 Fallen Soldiers ([email protected]) is an organization with groups throughout the country who strive to send handmade prayer shawls and/ or lap robes to families who have lost a loved one in service to our country. Members of Trindle Spring Lutheran Church in Mechanicsburg, PA would like to honor your son and husband's sacrifice and memory by sending our prayers and comfort through a shawl which we will mail to you. If you are interested, please contact me at [email protected] with the names and addresses and what they would like to receive. We will send them as soon as possible. Also, if you know of any other families who are grieving the loss of a loved one who died serving our country, please pass along my e-mail address, as our organization can no longer get family contacts through the military. May God bless you and comfort you in the days ahead. Sincerely, Lynne
Austin Muzzy
January 18, 2012
I can't believe my Uncle has been gone so long, i miss him dearly, as im sure we all do. I thank him for being the one to inspire me to go to the military. R.I.P. I love you
L Neal
May 28, 2011
To the family of Spc. Carl F. Curran:
Please know that just as your loved one remains in your hearts and minds; his sacrifice, and that of your family, remains with the people he died defending. Words cannot express the gratitude we feel for his bravery and selflessness, or the heartache we feel for your loss. God bless and keep you always.
David Curran
May 16, 2011
Thank you to all of you who keep Carls memory in your heart. It warms me to know that our fallen soldier are never forgotten.
Peggy Childers
May 16, 2011
To the family and friends of Spc. Carl F. Curran:
Please accept my remembrance of Carl on the anniversary of his passing and know that he will never be forgotten.
July 11, 2010
Many thanks to him and his family. I'm sorry for your loss. From a disabled vet
tyler lasher
June 7, 2010
He was the best uncle on my aunt Dianna"s side. And he will never be forgotten. And i am very said that he died and the rest of the family members. My name is Tyler Cole lasher and i am 14 years old i meet him in 2003 and he was the best guy ever he helped me when i needed the help. i still remember the time him and his wife took me out to McDonald's and i swear we laughed the hole time. but i will always remember him.
Jamie Graves
May 19, 2010
Hard to believe how the time has gone by for so many families, it hasnt been an easy time thats for sure.
God bless Carls family . He is still remembered and always will be.
Thank You to all our Military families ,not just on Memorial Day but ALWAYS!
Jamie Graves
Proud Navy Wife
Operation Quiet Comfort
Robert Emerick
May 18, 2010
To the family and friends of Sgt. Carl F Curran: This is the six annivarsity of his passing, I would like to thank the family and friends and members of the 107th FA. Also I would like to thank the East Brady American Ligion for providing the color guard and coffe and donuts and the wonderful lunch after the ceremonies. I want thank Carl's father for coming to Mark's too. Never forget our fallen!Carl and his family will always be in my prayers.
Peggy Childers
May 16, 2010
To the family and friends of Spc. Carl F. Curran:
Remembering Carl on the anniversary of his passing. May our fallen heroes never be forgotten!
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Kenna Larra
October 12, 2009
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Mothers and/or Fathers, of our heroes, please be aware that the Project Compassion sponsors will now help cover the costs of the portraits for you to have one - regardless if the spouse of the hero has one or not!
Contact us directly at [email protected]. or go to www.heropaintings.com . If you have already had a portrait completed, we pray that you are enjoying the portrait and bless you.
Sincerely and Respectfully,
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Project Compassion
P.O. Box 153
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Michele Cook
October 3, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Peggy Childers
May 16, 2009
To the family of Spc. Carl F. Curran:
Carl gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."
Peggy Childers
"Don't Let The Memory Of Them Drift Away"
www.IraqWarHeroes.org
Carl and Brother Dave Christmas '03
August 21, 2008
maggie selzer
July 22, 2008
To the Family and Friends of Spc. Curran,
I am so sorry for your loss.
My name is Maggie Selzer, and I am directing ‘Run for the Fallen 5K run/walk’ in Boalsburg, PA (just outside of State College) on August 24th, 2008. The event, held on the PA military Museum grounds, aims to keep alive the memory of all fallen soldiers, but particularly those from PA. All proceeds from the event will go to organizations that support the families of fallen soldiers and supports wounded soldiers.
I encourage you to learn more about the event at www.freewebs.com/runforthefallen5k/index.htm.
The event is meant to keep alive the memories of brave men like Spc. Curran.
If you have any questions, or would like to send a memory of Spc. Curran to be included with the flag memorial that will be set up at this event, please contact me at (814) 571-8755 or [email protected].
May 26, 2008
God Bless our Military families everyday ,but especially this Memorial Day!
OUR Heroes will never be forgotten!
Jamie Graves(Wife of a deployed Sailor)
The Neal family
May 24, 2008
To the family of Spc. Curran,
Please know that just as your loved one will remain in your hearts and minds, his sacrifice and that of your family, will remain with the people he died defending. Words cannot express the gratitude we feel for his bravery and selflessness, or the heartache we feel for your loss. God grant you the peace that passes all understanding.
In Memory of Carl ~ (Debra Estep)
May 16, 2008
Holding you all in my thoughts and prayers.
The Wind on The Downs
“I like to think of you as brown and tall,
As strong and living as you used to be,
In khaki tunic, Sam Brown belt and all,
And standing there and laughing down at me.
Because they tell me, dear, that you are dead,
Because I can no longer see your face,
You have not died, it is not true, instead
You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe;
I hear you laughing as you used to do,
Yet loving all the things I think of you;
And knowing you are happy, should I grieve?
You follow and are watchful where I go.”
(Written by Marian Allen during World War l )
Two lines that I wish you to keep near your heart…….
“You seek adventure in some other place.
That you are round about me, I believe”
I did not know Carl, but I am remembering
his service. He is my hero. !
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~
The Other Side
i'm over on the other side
where life and death softly divide.
left my skin and bones behind
now i'm over on the other side.
can you feel me there with you?
my breath is gone but i'm not through.
loved you then and i still do
from over on the other side.
i can fly. really fly.
below the earth ... all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
it's good here on the other side.
the sweetest songs...the bluest skies.
thank you for the tears you cried
but it's good here on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth...all through the sky.
tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side
the world is smaller than a needle's eye.
where life and death softly divide.
when you leave your skin and bones behind
i'll be waiting on the other side.
i can fly. really fly. below the earth ... all through the sky.
go tell em all i did not die.
i'm just over on the other side.
Song lyrics by Don Conoscenti
C Desert Muse/SESAC
www.donconoscenti.com
(Used with permission)
“I hope it brings great comfort to any and all.
Peace on you. DonCon” 4-2008
Visit this link to hear the song.
The Other Side –
http://tinyurl.com/3o8gol
Sincerely,
Deb Estep ~ Ohio
Proud Air Force Mom and MIL
Remembering The Fallen – Blog
http://tinyurl.com/3z8p55
Please contact me and I will email you back a copy of my
Angel and soldier drawing I have shared here.
April 5, 2008
You are remembered and respected. Thank you Spc Curran!
Dianna & Sonny Switzer
March 25, 2008
I know i cant take away the pain of a loved one taken from you but i want to thank you for his help and making our country a safer place. I know we all appericate it every day of our lives. He will be love and sadly missed! LOVE YA CARL! R.I.P.!!
August 6, 2007
I don't pretend to know what to say or do that would bring you peace in your time of sorrow, but I will offer my heart felt condolences. I also offer you my prayers that in time the pain will easy and the memories of your HERO will carry you through each day and night. I want to thank your HERO, for his/her selfless act of becoming a member of the armed forces, his/her willingness to defend the United States of America, all that we hold sacred and for the sacrifice that will forever be etched in the memories of all those who knew him/her. Though tears can never bring him/her back, we hope that our tears express our gratitude for the sacrifice that he/she made and our sorrow at his/her passing. I believe for every fallen HERO there is a star shining brightly up above to remind us of the precious gift we were given.
Your mission on earth is complete and you are now a member of GOD’s Heavenly armed forces. Stand down brave warrior and take your rightful place in Heaven with all the HEROES who have passed before.
I made a special promise to LE RON A. WILSON (KIA on 07/06/07) on the day he was laid to rest as I touched his coffin, that I would never forget him nor would I forget those that gave their lives for our country before him, with him and after him and so when I came across www.legacy.com, I thought what a great way to keep my promise to Le Ron, so I will continue to leave tributes in each guest book until the day there is no longer the need to leave these tributes to a FALLEN HERO.
REST IN PEACE, HERO, YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN!!
PROUD MOTHER OF A U.S. SOLDIER
Althea Barrett(Queens, NY)
July 10, 2007
Thank you for the sacrifice made by Spc Curran and the sacrifice made by everyone who loves and misses him! May God bless all of you!!
Garnet Jenkins
May 16, 2007
The price Spc. Carl F. Curran and the Curran family have paid for this country and for freedom, Will Never Be Forgotten. Please know how Deeply Sorry I was to learn of the loss of your Brave Young Soldier.
There will Never be Enough Ways to Humbly Thank these Young Heroes for their Sacrifices, my brother among them. Killed in action in Vietnam in 1967.
May you find peace in knowing the love and memories you have, will remain in your heart forever and that this Country Remembers Carl's Sacrifice.
Treasure this hero Lord, in Your Garden of Rest,
for while here on earth, he was one of our best.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Christopher Smith
April 5, 2007
To a brother I served with through the good times and the bad times. May you rest in peace and wait for us to get there. From your EAGLE platoon brother!!!
SGT Ellison George
February 23, 2007
All I thought of that night was of Lillian.Heres why,I went to Iraq leaving my 3 very young children behind,one of the hardest things for a father to do.Carl wanted to be home with his new wife and his new daughter so bad but with our obligation of the military we went to war to protect our childrens future.I will never forget that night and the other "Scorpion" brothers will never forget their fallen comrades neither.To Lillian:it was an honor to know your father.He loved and missed you so much.Thanks to all for making this site possible.
Daniel Foster
October 13, 2006
carl was my uncle. He married my aunt. i know him about 2 before he died. we got along pritty good. Diana if you are reading this i'm typing for him. i miss him loads.will god rest his soal.
Jessica Schumann
May 30, 2006
mucho love!!! everyone misses u, i know it!!
Tom Gugliuzzas-Smith
December 19, 2005
My heartfelt sympathy to the Curran family in the loss of your dear son, husband, brother and heroCarl. I did not know Carl, ( I lived in the Easton/Bangor PA area 52 yrs.) but my heart is broken and I am sadden for your loss of such a young man. May God bring you peace in your heart as you reflect on all the wonderful memories you hold so close. Please know that you are in my heart and prayers. It is a little over a year since Carl was taken away from you, but he is not forgotten.
I send each of you a hug from my heart.
Love and Peace
Tom
To live in the hearts
of those you leave behind
is never to die"
~Robert Orr~
Robert Curran
July 6, 2005
I am deeply sorry for the loss of Carl Curran. We share an uncommon last name, but are not related. Having spent time in the service, I can tell you that Carl Curran was a selfless, giving person, loved by family, friends, and his brothers in arms. He gave his life to protect American's.
I am reminded of John 15:13, "Greater love hath no man than this,
that a man lay down his life for his friends."
darlene vensel
May 30, 2005
both of my daughters knew carl when they were in school and they said he was one of the nicest guys they knew. He was in the band with one and she often smiles about some of the times he made her laugh. God bless all of you.
God bless our service men and women too.
Susan Johnson
May 9, 2005
May God bless your family and bring them peace and comfort. Thank you brave soldier for your selfless sacrifice for the freedom of others. I am deeply grateful and profoundly humbled by your service to protect our country. May you now find rest in the loving arms of Jesus.
Rudy Jones
May 9, 2005
To the Curran family,
I was in the military during the Gulf War this war was alot different than the war in Iraq this war is very hostile. I do not know your family but i am very sorry about your loss. This has to be even harder on the family because of him being a new father. Always remember there are a few things that can never be taken away from you. One is being the proud parent or the proud family member of Spc.Carl F.Curran, another is the memories you all have that will carry him on in your lives. His new daughter can grow up knowing her daddy was a hero not only a hero for giving the ULTIMATE SACRAFACE HIS LIFE in this war but a hero just for being her daddy. I have two daughters of my own i know this. It is sad to say that this kind of thing happens in war Spc.Carl F.Curran THANK-YOU FOR OUR FREEDOM you are gone but not FORGOTTEN my prayers go out to your family. Take care and God bless.
Spc.Rudy Jones
Michael Chung
May 8, 2005
Curran Family,
Your son/husband made the ultimate sacrifice to protect this wonderful country. He is truly a hero! I am humbled to have known his name.
God Bless!
James & Linda Fox
June 21, 2004
Unknown to us but being a military family we would like to say "God's speed go with you " On angels wings.
You sacraficed all for us.
Glenna Hindman
June 8, 2004
Carl was always a good friend to my children, Travis and Veronica Petras..May God be with all of his family wherever they are.
Lynn & Mike Shake
June 8, 2004
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time of need.
You have are deepest sympathy.
Lynn & Mike
Veronica Petras
June 7, 2004
Carl was a good friend. I remember him in high school and boy scouts with my brother. God be with the family and friends that lost him.
emma foringer
June 3, 2004
god be with you,
Debra Knepp (Foringer)
May 31, 2004
My deepest sympathy to your family on the loss of Carl. I have known Carl since the days of Band Camp. Keep your head high and remember he now watches over you ever day. God bless you and your family.
Meagen Johns
May 30, 2004
I knew Carl very personal. He was my uncle's best friend but my uncle is also in Iraq right now. Carl and my uncle were very close. I have always thought Carl was a good man. He was like a big brother to me. I used to have a crush on him and I was only 13 years old at the time.
Richard, Eileen & family SEIGFRIED
May 27, 2004
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Dick, Eileen and family
Stanley E Sims Jr
May 27, 2004
I am sorry for the loss of a good man. I worked with Carl at Staples. He was a good friend and kind-hearted guy. My prayers are with the family
Mary Ann Galassi
May 26, 2004
I am so truly sorry for your loss. I remember seeing Carl and the rest of your family at St. Patrick's in the Bend from time to time. What a special young man he was. It is a testimony to you as parents, brothers/sisters, wife and child. He is angel now and his life will not be forgotten. He is a hero for all of us! God bless and keep you all! Mary Ann Galassi
Carrie Parker
May 26, 2004
I am so sorry for your lose everyone. We all lost a great person that was kind to everyone. We all miss him but we know he is watching over all of use. I am so sorry for you lost and if any of you guess need anything give me a call. Love Carrie Anne Parker(Carls Carebear.)
Paul Jones
May 26, 2004
Ive known Carl since we were little and Ill always thank him for everything he showed me in scouting. I will always remember the things we did as a troop and will miss him a great deal. GOD BLESS YOU CARL
Lorraine Helch
May 26, 2004
Dave,Manuela, Dianna, Lillian and Family: It saddens me greatly to know of Carl's passing. My son Dan was in Iraq for over a year, so I know the worry and concern as a parent. I can remember every year Carl would come to my house selling products for the Boy Scouts. He was so polite and mannerly. He was a son you had to be so proud of. I will keep all of you in my prayers.
My deepest sympathy, Lorraine Helch
jamie
May 26, 2004
my thoughts and prayers to the family...we are proud of the young men and women who give their time to our country, but are so saddened when this happens....god speed
Jennifer Simpson
May 26, 2004
Thank you for your dedication to our country!
May God Bless your Family during this difficult time.
God Bless You. You are a Hero!
Jeannie (Davis) Nolder
May 26, 2004
Carl has always been my buddy! From our days on the school bus when I just started HighSchool, to the last days of Band Camp in the beating down sun. Carl will always be remembered as our funny hero who would travel the world alone to help others. My deepest sympathy goes out to the family(Hi Jen-n-Jess)allthough I didn't know his partents I have to say they are very special people to have raised a son so warm hearted. God Bless you all and may Carl rest in Peace!!!
Bill , Lynne ,Tyler and Tara Bowser
May 26, 2004
Dave and family ,
Our sincerest sympathies go out to you and your family in this time of great loss . you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Bill ,Lynne ,Tyler and Tara
Kathy Anderson
May 25, 2004
Dave and Manuela My deepest sympathy to you both and the rest of your family
Kathy B
May 25, 2004
I'm so sorry for your loss. I do not know of your family or Carl, but my heart just breaks when I hear of our men and woman passing away who serve our country. May God watch over all of you during this difficult time. Thank you, Carl, for your service and helping to fight for freedom!
denny martin
May 25, 2004
our deepest sympathy. nancy and denny martin
Jessica and William Smith-maiden -bruner
May 25, 2004
We are so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers. He's an angel now.
terry a. foringer
May 24, 2004
god be with you
Larry & Margie Gorski ,North Hills Sq.
May 24, 2004
Our deepest sympathy. Our prayers are with you.
Sharon Wagner
May 24, 2004
Your entire family has my deepest sympathy and prayers. Your loss is felt in many households across the United States, including mine. My heart breaks everytime I hear of another casualty.
I do not know any members of your family.
I am originally from Butler County, but have lived in the Wash.,D.C. area for many years and have gotten into the habit of checking the Bulter Eagle online. When I saw this obituary, I felt the need to let you all know there are people who are thinking of you and your terrible loss.
God Bless you all.
Graves family
May 24, 2004
We didnt know Carl,but, i am from the area originally and my husband is stationed at Norfolk Naval Base in Norfolk,Virginia and we send our thoughts and prayers to the Curran family and to all those who have lost a loved one and to those who are deployed..J&T Graves..
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