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Curtis Shook Obituary
Mr. Shook was born in Clay County, Iowa and had been a resident of the coast for 12 years. He served as a military policeman in the United States Marine Corps and later worked as an accomplished salesman for several companies. Mr. Shook was an avid outdoorsman and golfer, but he eventually focused solely on his other favorite pastime, the game of Bridge. He was a member of the Mississippi Gulf Coast Bridge Association; where he attained the coveted title of "Life Master" and went on to spend his remaining years working as an instructor for new players.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Ernest and Lucille, his two sisters, Connie and Dixie, his former wife Vivian, and his former wife Karen.
He is survived by his wife, Barbara Shook of Gulfport; his brother, Dan (Mary Ellen) of TX; two sons, Eric of WI and Arlie of TX; three stepsons, Tony (Gloria) of WI, Patrick (Donna) of MS, and Jimmy of TX; three stepdaughters, Toni (Eugene) of MS, Alice of AZ, and Linda of WI; one grandson, Cody of TX; two granddaughters, Allison of AZ and Dorrie of MS; as well as eleven nieces and nephews, and countless friends.
Mr. Shook's accomplishments cannot all be expressed with worldly designation. Even those who did not know him will feel his profound effect on the world. A source of peace and strength; he will be greatly missed and forever celebrated.
Private services will be held at Biloxi National Cemetery.
Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home , O'Neal Road, Gulfport is in charge of arrangements.
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Lorraine Nielsen-Norem
August 4, 2011
I am a former classmate of Kurt's. We have tried over the years to get in touch with him and he did come to a few of our reunions. We are so sorry to hear that he has passed and would be interested in any information you would be willing to share about him. I sure would have loved to talk with him about my bridge game. I am hoping this message isn't too late to reach his widow. I knew Dixie, also. Where does his son live in Wisconsin?
Wanda & "Pete" Peterson
March 29, 2011
We are so saddened & surprised to find that Kurt is gone. We wish our best to Barbara and ask that she remember to call us if she needs any help.
Betty Kurecka
March 29, 2011
My heart goes out to Curtis's family and friends, and of course, to Barbara Shook, his wife and my dear friend. I only got to meet Kurt once but it only took the one time to know he was a good man with a huge heart who brought a lot of joy to people.
David Dye
March 29, 2011
To all of Kurt's family-our thought's and prayers are with you. Kurt was a fine man with a great sense of humor. I always enjoyed spending time and visiting with him. I found him to be extremely smart and witty. You could always learn something from him if you had an ear to listen. Most of all, he was a great Grandpa to my son Cody. We will miss you, Kurt!
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March 29, 2011
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