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George Curry Obituary
George was born to George Curry Sr. and Emily Curry in Larksville. George resided in Berwick with his wife of 48 years, the former Jacqueline Deluca. He was a 1962 graduate of Larksville High School. He earned his bachelor's degree from Temple University in 1966 and his master's degree from the University of Scranton in 1978. George enjoyed traveling and spending time with his wife, spending time with his children and grandchildren, and coaching football.
In addition to his wife, George is survived by his four children, Cos and Caroline Curry, Berwick; John and Christine Popilock, Collegeville; Craig and Kelly Waters, Macungie; and Mark and Nadine Krempa, Palmyra; and six grandchildren, Antonia and CJ Curry; Zane, Lucas and Ian Popilock; and Simeon Waters. He is also survived by his sisters, Patricia Cervenak and husband, Ed, Larksville, and Kathy Bernoski and husband, William, Dallas; along with many nieces and nephews.
George dedicated his life to his Lord and savior Jesus Christ (No. 1 God), to his family and friends (No. 2 Family), and in working with student athletes both on and off the football field (No. 3 Football).
Visitation will be held from 9 a.m. until the time of the Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Monday in St. Mary's Catholic Church, 1730 Fowler Ave., Berwick, with the Rev. Francis J. Tamburro, his pastor, officiating.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made on his behalf to St. Mary's Church, Berwick, or to the ALS Foundation.
There will be a celebration of life after the funeral at St. Mary's Parish Center. Family and friends are invited to attend.
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Memories and Condolences
for George Curry
Allan Brown
February 15, 2019
Dear Jackie and Family,
These words come late but are heart felt. I was a 13 year old boy down the street taken in by your family to play football. "Baker, Brown come on we're going to run some patterns in the back yard". Big Al he called me. The only thing big on me were my feet. He inspired Gary and me to love the game and taught us how to play. At 63 years old I still reflect on those days on Mountainview Drive . I would like to think we were his first recruits (lol). A part of Coach Curry lives within me and my approach to life today. He inspired us to play to a higher level. I never did get to play for him. When I finally got to 10th grade you moved to Berwick. I was sad but still inspired, and my love for the game continues today. He was a great man who always saw the potential in everybody. I still have moments of reflection of those times 50 years ago. May he rest in peace.
Allan Brown 1974 Lake Lehman Alum
Bobbie Erdman & Family
May 14, 2018
You are missed, rest in heavenly eternal peace Coach.
May 18, 2017
YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOT.
Tony Thomas
April 27, 2016
Great family.Lots of memories.Rest in peace cuz.
April 6, 2016
Our deepest sympathies go out to Jackie and the family of George Curry. George was a man who lived his convictions every day of his life. God, Family and Football were the convictions he displayed in everything he did. We spent many hours with George and family many years ago at the Wildwood Football Clinic. George was a big influence on my coaching career and a great friend. He will be missed by all who knew him. Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with the family.
Don and Diane Bailey
Forest Hills
April 5, 2016
Jackie & Curry/DeLuca Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. Your love and support were reflected in the way George approached his everyday life. May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories and joyful times.
Sally & John Kashatus
Nanticoke
Len Jago
April 5, 2016
It is with a sadden heart that George passed away. I have many happy memories of George. I lived next door to the Curry family in Larksville. I remember him being my babysitter.
My condolences to his family. He is in heaven with God showing him why you don't tackle high.
Debra Phillips
April 5, 2016
Dear Cos and family, I was saddened to hear of the passing of your father. Please accept our heartfelt condolences. Debra Phillips and family
Jennifer (Brown) Whitesell
April 5, 2016
My sincerest condolences to the Curry Family! Coach Curry was an amazing Teacher and Coach. As a Lake Lehman Student, I saw all the amazing things he did, teaching and also sports. I truly believe with his respect he gained from so many Students he guided so many down the right path. He was an inspiration and respected by many! y prayers and thoughts go out to all of you!
Nick and Terry Govelovich
April 4, 2016
My sympathy to your family of George Curry. With the Saints, May god Grant George a place of rest and repose in His glorious kingdom where there is no sickness, sorrow, or sighing and may his Memory be Eternal.
Bob Dourand
April 4, 2016
My condolences to the Curry family. He certainly was a giant of a coach in the state of Pennsylvania and it always was a positive experience officiating for his well prepared teams. R I P Coach
April 4, 2016
Dear Mrs.Curry, Cos, and family:
Please accept our condolences and sympathy from the PIAA District II member schools on the loss of Coach Curry. It was an honor to know and work with him over the years with many great memories. May he rest in peace.
Frank Majikes
Chairman
PIAA District II
Curry's Dawgs
Keith Evans, Jr
April 4, 2016
Our family (Rev. Keith Evans, Marilyn Evans, Keith Jr., Jeni, Keith III, Kaleb, and Meredith) enjoyed the many years that George Curry coached the Berwick Dawgs. Berwick lost a legend of PA High School Football, PA Public Education, helping students to gain access to scholarships for College/University education and sports, QB camps for students and my boys. Heaven has now gained an ethical, loyal, faithful, and upstanding man who is now cheering us on to "Finish Strong!" "Dawg Strong!" Our prayers are with the entire family and Coach Curry's wife which we have enjoyed sitting next to at almost every game "Coach" beautifully directed. We will never forget.
Bor & Mary Popilock
April 4, 2016
Rest in peace George. It was an honor to know you and get to know your wonderful family. You will always be in our prayers.
Chet Kempinski
April 4, 2016
Loved Coach. Will never forget him, especially at the Big 33 game. God Bless and RIP from our entire family.
Dee Milheim
April 4, 2016
My deepest condolences..
April 4, 2016
GOD BLESS THE FAMILY GEORGE WILL BE MISSED .MARLENE AND FAMILY
John G Rokosz
April 3, 2016
To the Curry Family, our prayers and heartfelt sympathy on Coach Currys passing.
In a 42 year officiating career I have had many fond memories of working games at Crispin Field and other stadiums involving Curry coached teams.
George always treated our officiating crews professionally and with the utmost respect.
RIP Coach.
Jack Young
April 3, 2016
Another great coach & greater man taking his skills to Heaven!
Deepest sympathies Curry family!
God Bless,
Jack Young, Athens Football
Roy and Donna (Higgins) Phillips
April 3, 2016
To the Curry family I was a former student of Mr . Curry when I attended Lake Lehman High School where he also taught and coached football . My husband and I are very sorry for your loss our prayers are with all of you at this sad time, God Bless and may he RIP
April 3, 2016
Sorry to hear grew up on Howard ST inspired me to learn to play drums and I thank him for that God Bless, Bill & Rosemary Burge
Joe Morelli
April 3, 2016
George was a great human being who made us proud to say we were fellow Temple Owls. I'm sure he will rest in peace.
Wayne Thomas
April 3, 2016
Jackie and Family:
Although I am away, my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Having been a part of the Lake-Lehman family in the late 60's and early 70's, I have many fond memories of George. He was the BEST. I know he will be missed by many. GOD BLESS YOU, GEORGE, AND
AND YOUR FAMILY!
Wayne Thomas
Janet Rickmers
April 3, 2016
Dear Jacque and family. May you find comfort at this time knowing George is with his Lord and Savior. My prayers are with you. I know Claude was waiting for him with his Bubble Yum. They spent many hours in the Food Bag talking current events, people they knew and, of course, football. May you find peace at this time.
With love for a dear friend and his family. Janet Rickmers
Steve Cicak
April 3, 2016
Some day ,all of your players whose lives were improved by knowing you will meet you again.You have been my friend over 50 years and I want to offer my deepest sympathy to Jackie and the family
Danny Blaine
April 3, 2016
To the Curry family . Like thousands of other people I am very saddened by the loss of George . He was a great kind loving and caring man . I can't help but thinking of the old days in the larksville high gym , when George was demonstrating the coaches tackling bag to us underclass players . From those days at larksville he went on to national greatness . My thighs and prayers go out to you all. God bless .
Phyllis Hoover-Fisher
April 3, 2016
To the Curry Family. So sorry to hear about George. My condolences. Keep you in my prayers
April 3, 2016
My deepest condolences to George's family. I had several opportunities to chat with George at the field house, etc. during my many trips to Berwick for Dawg football over the past quarter century from up here in Vermont. Coach was truly a giant among men shaping the lives of so many fine young men and women throughout the northeast. I will truly miss him, but I know he will be present with us in spirit. God Bless, Belford Belles, a Berwickian in the Green Mountain State.
Bob Mellow
April 3, 2016
Dear Coach you were a giant among men in every way, a father ,husband, grandfather ,educator and mentor.I consider you a great friend and am sure our Good Lord welcomed you into his kingdom of heaven. Peace to your beautiful family. Senator Bob Mellow
Ronald Sherin
April 3, 2016
I'm sorry to hear about George. Great individuals lived on
Howard St; and George was at the top of the list.
Ron Sherin Howard St, U.S. Marshal Retired
Cindy Gorman
April 2, 2016
Condolences to the Curry family and may Mr. Curry rest in peace. Sending prayers and comforting thoughts...
April 2, 2016
While I never had the pleasure of meeting George, I knew him well from his involvement with sports in our area. I am so sorry for you loss and send prayerful thoughts to you and your family. Bernadine Brown, Swoyersville.
Chuck Arcovitch
April 2, 2016
I am very sorry to hear about George. We were friends way back. We played sand lot football at the old Larksville H.S. field. Also hung out together as teens. Always had a lot of fun together. Love him. God bless and give peace to all the family
Lisa Pruitt Miller
April 2, 2016
Rest in Peace Coach! You were an important part of our family, a mentor to both my husband Larry and son Josh Pruitt. You have Dawg #32 waiting to meet you on the playing field of heaven. I can't even imagine Friday Night Lights or the equivalent in heaven but I know you are having a ball! Until we meet again...
April 2, 2016
God bless Coach Curry and his family. He will be greatly missed by all. The Addison family
Jerry Shilanski
April 2, 2016
My condolences to Cos and Family. I think St.Peter must be trying to improve his chances of a championship 2016 season. Why else would he recruit two of the best to coach his team. Can't you just see Curry and Marchakitus calling Xs and Os on the sidelines. May they both rest in peace. Northeast Pennsylvania football fans will miss them both. Jerry Shilanski -- Lehman
Marv Antinnes
April 2, 2016
Sorry to hear of George's passing. He was a great coach, a great husband , father and a true Christian. The football world will really miss him. My condolences to his entire family.
April 2, 2016
So sorry to hear about George's passing. He was truly a great man who dedicated his life to God, his family, and of course football. The amount of people who were touched by George is unbelievable. He not only helped his own players, but helped many others as well. What he did for me as a former coach, even many years after I retired, is unforgettable. I will be forever grateful. RIP friend
Al & Chris Kopacz
Venice, FL
David Harris
April 2, 2016
Sorry to hear that George had died. Really was honored to have coached with him at Lake-Lehman. To all the Curry family my deepest sympathy.
April 2, 2016
Jackie, So sorry to hear of your husband's passing. He will always be remembered by all as a great man. My sincere condolences to you and your family. I feel your pain; I've been there. God Bless, and may he rest in peace. Carol Sobotka
April 2, 2016
Allah Yerhamouh....
April 2, 2016
George was my husband's best man(Ged McCauley) I knew George in high school--he was one of the good guys--my thoughts and prayers are with all of his family.
Andy Pannafino
April 2, 2016
God bless Coach Curry
Andy Pannafino
April 2, 2016
Coach Curry was and will always be a legend in High School Football, not just in PA , but across the nation.
He was old fashion , yet cutting edge. He was hard core, yet soft hearted.
It was a privilege to have met him!
Andy Pannafino
Bob Fasulka
April 2, 2016
My deepest sympathy to the family, friends, team mates, and his players on the loss of George Curry. George was my coach for the Larksville HS JV team in 1962 & 63, the first team he coached. He was only a few years older than me, but he was more like a father figure. He inspired the discipline, hard work, belief in one's self, courage, and giving one's all that still sticks with me today. George is and was a unique individual. He will be deeply missed.
Bob Fasulka, LHS Class of 1965
Paula Gavlick
April 2, 2016
Farewell, Coach. You are in a much better place now. Thank you for everything. My family and I will always cherish, love and miss you. Until we meet again.... May God bless the entire Curry family at this extremely difficult time.
ANDY MAMARY
April 2, 2016
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY, GEORGE WAS A GREAT GUY I MET HIM WHEN HIS FATHER DIED. HE WAS VERY EASY TO WORK WITH, TRULY A GENTELMAN. MAY HIS SOUL REST IN PEACE,
Ed and Marg Barber
April 2, 2016
We are saddened by the death of a dear Berwick friend. We cherish our memories of times together.
With Love, The Barber Family
Paul Marranca
April 2, 2016
To the Curry family,
My sincere condolences on George's passing. Thru the 45 years that I knew him, he was a great coach, teacher and mentor, but most of all a friend. Our relationship grew into a competitive mutual respect that I will always treasure.
Rest in peace, Bulldog!
April 2, 2016
George was a great guy and he will be sadly missed be all football fans. Frank Egidio
Ken & Kathy Buchkowski
April 2, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
April 2, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow "May the God who gives hope fill your family with all joy and peace by your trusting in him, so that you may abound in hope" of one day seeing your loved one again. Rom. 15:13.
Richard & Bonny Lopasky
April 2, 2016
Our heart felt condolences to the Curry family. It was a honor to have known such a fine man as George Curry.
RIP George
Dick & Bonny Lopasky
From Spring Hill Fl
April 2, 2016
To the family, sorry for your loss. He will be missed. What a great man. RIP coach
Richard Alley MD
April 2, 2016
Berwick's most famous son-a passing era-irreplacable
April 2, 2016
May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time
Dorothy Rice
April 1, 2016
Jackie George is OK now. He is home.
Love Dottie and Bob Rice
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