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Francis P. "Footsie" Curtis

Francis Curtis Obituary

Of South Boston, November 4, 2007. Beloved husband of the late Rita P. (Herbert) Curtis. Loving father of Donna Rossborough of Abington, Barbara Owens of Middletown, MD, Linda McSorely of South Boston, Joseph Curtis of South Boston, and Francis Curtis Jr., of Cranston, RI. Brother of Albert Curtis. Also survived by 13 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren. Funeral from The O'Brien Funeral Home, 146 Dorchester St., SOUTH BOSTON, Thursday at 9:00 AM. Funeral Mass in Gate of Heaven Church, Thursday at 10:00 AM. Relatives and friends invited. Visiting hours Wednesday 4-8 PM. Interment Blue Hill Cemetery, Braintree. Retired employee of Teradyne, Inc. US Coast Guard Veteran of WWII.

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Published by Boston Globe from Nov. 6 to Nov. 7, 2007.

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Joe Narduzzo

November 7, 2007

Hi Joey and Mel Sorry to read about Footsie..

Bob Outerbridge

November 7, 2007

To Joe Curtis and the Curtis family:

Joe, you were there for me during the passing of my parents in 2000, something I will never forget, so I'm sure that can understand how devistated I am that I am in Leesburg during this sad time for you and your Family. Please accept from me and my Family the deepest of sympathies for your Family's loss, and my sincere apologies that I can not be there in person to give the support that your Family and your Dad deserves. Bob O.

Virginia (Ginny) Melanson Mansfield

November 6, 2007

To the Curtis Family, my condolences for your loss. I remember Foots and Rita with fond memories in Derry. Our cottage was right next door and they always made us feel welcome. Those summers were a long time ago but I still think fondly of them. I hope he and Rita are having a wonderful reuinion. May your memories help you through this sad time.

John & Jan McGuffin

November 6, 2007

Our deepest sympathy to the Curtis family. It has always been a pleasure to be in Mr. Curtis's company. His character and spirit are reflected in all of you.

Elaine Askew

November 6, 2007

Dear Curtis Family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy on the passing of your dad. May your memories bring all of you comfort in the upcoming days.
The Askew Family

Aunt Kay Herbert?Sanborn

November 6, 2007

I was sorry to hear about your father, I have several fond memories of him, He loved his family. he will be missed, Love Aunt Kay

Maribeth Janssens

November 6, 2007

There are no words that can express the true spirit of Uncle Foots. My memories of summers in Derry and sleep overs on K street are among my favorite memories. Always quick with the wry remark, it was always extra special when Foots was there. My you rest in Peace Daddyo, join Rita and continue to bless us all from Heaven.
Donna, Barbara, Joe, Linda and Fran ... you are in my thoughts and prayers now and always.

Mike Casey

November 6, 2007

Mr. Curtis,
Sir, I didn't know you but I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for our Country when you served in the USCG during WW II and for being a member of the Greatest Generation. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Semper Paratus!

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