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Michael Curry Obituary
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Curry
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61 Entries
Mary Morton
March 28, 2019
It seems that you continue to wander through my mind. Its both sad and heartwarming. You were and will always be the love of my life. ❤
S
May 10, 2017
Mr. Curry was my strings teacher 6 years ago, and I just wanted to say a final thank you for all the work he did. Mr. Curry encouraged all of his students to be passionate about their instruments, and now six years later I'm teaching the same instrument he helped get me started with. He was patient and kind and I just want to express my (delayed) condolences to his family and friends.
Brittany Cormier
April 2, 2013
Dear Mr.Curry & Family,
I am only now finding out about this and it truly saddens me. you were one of my favorite teachers, even though it was only in Strings class once a week, I couldn't wait for it to come around. As i moved schools, I was still able to continue learning the violin because sure enough you were teaching at that school too. You will forever be remembered as an amazing teacher and friend. My thoughts go out to your family.
Regards,
Brittany C (Long time student)
Mary Morton
November 29, 2012
Oh Michael! How can this have happened. Over the past decade our lives drifted apart, only the occasional phone call or Christmas card. You were a big part of a big part of my life. I always love you.
Parisa Seyed
January 20, 2012
I miss you Uncle Mike... the whole family does. There are so many things in my heart that I want to say to you... but above all, we love you and miss you SO MUCH and we think about you everyday. I hope you liked the roses Andrew and I brought you on Christmas day. You are forever in our hearts and I know you are smiling down on us. God bless you...
Love Always, your "niece" Parisa
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August 3, 2011
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Yi Yin
July 21, 2011
Dear Mr. Curry and family,
I am sorry for your loss. As a past student, I would like to thank him for his inspirational way of teaching. As a beginner, he exposed me to so much of what my instrument could offer. I would like to thank him for encouraging me to attend auditions, and equally thank him for the continuous support.
Rest in peace, Mr. Curry. And thank you for the rock-solid foundation you built for my music journey!
Randy Pashka
June 21, 2011
I have just found out about Michaels passing and would like to pass on my condolences to Gaye and the rest of his family. He was a very talented musician and he will be missed.
Rest in Peace .
Randy Pashka
Kemptville, Ontario
Raika Bourmand
May 9, 2011
Hello,
My name is Raika and I'm a student at Forest Hill P.s., in which today we had a memorial for our beloved Mr.Curry. I gave a speech to what he meant to me. I can never say I understand how his family feels, but I understand that it is truly painful. I wrote a poem for my strings teacher: Roses aren't red, and we are so blue for we lost a teacher as special as you. We love you Mr.Curry, we miss you truly...you will remain in our hearts and forever be apart.
Andrew Hainsworth
May 3, 2011
Rest In Peace 'Uncle Mike'
Elizabeth Vig (nee Csizmazia)
April 29, 2011
Dearest Michael, from Harbord to here, we have been friends the past forty years. We have shared so much, we've laughed, cried and laughed some more. We've been through thick and thin. You were the best friend anyone could have ever asked for. it was an honor to have had you as part of my family's life. Attila and Andrea will surely miss your calls and humorous antics. You will always hold a special place in my heart. I will miss you dearly.
"Nyugodj Bekeben".
Melanie Wong
April 27, 2011
Mr. Curry, you will be missed dearly to me. You were one of my teachers that I was fortunate enough to have to teach music to me. I am off to university now for music education and I have you to thank for so much! You'll forever be in my heart.
Christine Girman
April 9, 2011
I unfortunatley never met Michael, but I always looked forward to his segments on Kontakt. I had no idea of his outstanding talents & how many lives he enriched. To me, he seemed like a wonderful person & someome I would have been priviledged to meet. Sincere Condolences to His family, loved ones & friends. Heaven is a bit happier & a lot more musical now.
Christine Girman
Tracy Spence
April 8, 2011
I was saddened to hear of Michael's passing. I worked at Fern Avenue Public School for 11 years and had many opportunities to sit with Michael and chat. What an incredibly talented man and wonderful person. I will miss our conversations as I know the students whose lives he touched will miss him.
Michael Barry
April 7, 2011
Condolences from the Barry family members - your cousins from Sarnia and London. Michael, we remember the good times we had when we stayed at you and your mother’s house in Toronto, and all the family parties in Sarnia. We will miss your smile and laughter.
April 6, 2011
Dearest Michael, You were a shining star! We laughed our way through high school and at all the ups and downs life had in store for us. It was fun. Now it's time to make lovely music in heaven. A viszont latasra. Love, Mugsy
(Margaret Anantha) nee Csizmazia
Singapore
Marion M. Marfei
April 6, 2011
Just found out and, to say the least, I was stunned. I remember our Schevchenko Ensemble days - you played a mean bass. I remember Ed's fondness for you. You will be misse!!!
Robert Hainsworth
April 6, 2011
I miss you Uncle Mike and I will never forget all the great memories I have of you.
April 5, 2011
Dated: April 5 2011 - from Vancouver B.C.
Thank you Michajlo! Thank you for all your support towards the Arts - whether Classical, piano or simple Ukrainian folklore - one could always count on your assistance in promoting our efforts!
Nehaj Kanadtzka zemla tobi bude lehkoyu - Vichnaya Pamyat'
William (Vasyl) Woloschuk
Artistic Director
Toronto Welsh Male Voice Choir
Helen Manning
April 5, 2011
I only just received word of Michael's passing. As a former Music Itinerant I knew Michael from the first day he joined the IMI Staff of the old Toronto Board in the early 80's and later the TDSB. He and I taught together at shcools such as Carlton Village, Parkdale, Swansea and others in the west end. I can't count how many concerts, festivals, camps and dress rehearsals we worked on together, Michael tuning up the basses and me the band. I have fond memories of him motoring into school parking lots in his Ford Lincoln, his favourite make of car. Since leaving the TDSB I lost touch but have often thought of him. The news of his passing saddens me, but I smile when I remember Michael the man, the teacher, the musician and friend.
Dear Michael, rest in peace.
Maria Dolnycky
April 5, 2011
My sincere condolences to Michael's family, friends and colleagues for your loss. I had the pleasure of working with Michael a couple of times in connection with his wonderful "Centre Stage" TV segment. I was very touched by how gracious, considerate, caring and professional he was. He will be missed and remembered.
Dan Bone
April 5, 2011
So sorry to hear of Michaels passing, much too young. I will miss him . I also teach for the board and knew him from our regular monthly meetings, his positive attitude and smile and conversation will be forever absent, so sad.
Bonnie Rosenberg
April 5, 2011
Michael will be dearly missed at General Mercer Public School. A champion of the arts and a favourite of the students, he made each student feel important as an individual. He gave them the confidence to be their best.
I will always remember fondly his booming voice, his irreverent humour and his instrumental expertise. Michael was a very special man. Very sorry to hear of your loss.
Ellen Vesterdal
April 5, 2011
I was so sorry to hear this news. Michael was such a presence - and a great teacher. My sympathy goes out to his family and community.
Yavir School of Ukrainian Dance
April 4, 2011
We will always be grateful for Michael's multiple talents as a musician and host at our concerts over the years -- playing with Troyanda, and more recently acting as our MC. He will be deeply missed by the musical and Ukrainian community. Our sincere condolences to his family.
Sladjan Antic
April 4, 2011
As a band instructor, I worked with Mike at Fern Ave. PS for many years . We did many concerts together and he really was a great man, colleague and a terrific musician .
My condolences go out to his family.
We will miss you Mike, you will always be remembered.
Vichnaya Pamyat.
Shonagh
April 4, 2011
Michael Curry was my Strings teacher for four years, and was a truly brilliant man. He always had a smile on his face, was understanding, kind, and could always make my day. He was an amazing teacher, and will be sorely missed. <3
Amanda N
April 4, 2011
I am a student taught by Mr.Curry, i truly miss him very much. He has been an amazing teacher. I am glad i have been taught by him, he was truly one of the best teachers i've ever had. He will be missed by all students. Whenever we had Strings class i'd be excited to go to school because i know Mr.Curry would make my day no matter what. I will miss all his jokes he had shared with us. I will always remember that he would encourage students to keep trying. Forever in our hearts, and never forgotten. Love, Amanda
Violet Shearer
April 4, 2011
As a fellow music teaching colleague in the TDSB, Michael and I worked together at several schools, I as the contract teacher, and Michael as the strings itinerant. I was always so thrilled to hear his strings groups in the concerts I would host, especially his beginner strings, because he had the very special talent of getting even the freshest of beginners to play in tune with good posture and precise bowing which always resulted in good tone! Michael was a dedicated professional and passionate about his craft. He will be sadly missed from the music roster at Fern PS. My condolences to the family, and to all the Fern strings students who will be missing their dear strings teacher at this time.
April 4, 2011
Michael gave so much of himself to the artistic and Ukrainian communities. It is with much sadness that we learned of his passing. Our heartfelt condolences go out to his family.
Sincerely,
Sonia and Paul Montgomerie
Ostapienko
April 4, 2011
We will all dearly miss such a wonderful and talented musician and entertainer. Michael was truly an inspirational man, always full of life. Our deepest sympathy.
April 4, 2011
Michael was very encouraging and supportive of my brief music career. He was a loving individual and very charming. It was a pleasure to know him and to watch him on many occassions as MC for various Ukrainian functions. Thank you Michael for your contribution to the arts. You will be remembered for years to come.
My prayers are with your family and those close to you.
Vichnaya Pamyat.
Amanda Maternicki nee Shymko
April 4, 2011
I have known Michael for 20 years and held him in high esteem as a fellow music educator. His skill as a teacher and his committment to his students will be dearly missed. Deepest sympathy, Jeff Worden
Paulette MacQuarrie
April 4, 2011
Heartfelt condolences to Michael's family. Having met Michael last fall in Vancouver, I was utterly charmed and had been looking forward to getting to know him better. I cannot imagine the heartbreak of those who did. A huge loss to our community and indeed the world. Vichnaya pamyat ... may he rest in peace.
April 4, 2011
Our deepest sympathy.
Dale & Colleen Coppins
Bobbi Mackellar (Mochoruk)
April 4, 2011
To Michael's Family,
My sincere and heartfelt sympathy to you. I will truly miss Michael's brilliant sense of humor and kindness. Having known him for so many years this will definately leave a void in my heart. I'll miss you my friend!
Luba Andrews
April 4, 2011
Rest in peace, my friend...
Lena Ford
April 4, 2011
michael was my music teacher at fern for 2 years and he has helped me grow in the music world. he inspired me and helped me move on while learning to play the bass and cello.
he will be missed greatly by all fern music students.
Calvin Jen
April 4, 2011
I knew Michael in High School. He was a character alright but Mike and all these "Lunch Bunch" people kept me sane. Seems like he became a wonderful compassionate person...I'll miss his Captain John platform shoes.
Christina Dashko
April 4, 2011
I am so sad to hear that Michael died. He and I shared a passion for the music and dance of the Volyn National Choir and Dance Company. His favorite song (and mine) was "Chorna Khmara".
Vichnaya Pamyat' Michael. You will be missed here and in Lutsk.
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April 4, 2011
Mykhailo Curry will be greatly missed - especially by the Ukrainian music circle of the world. I had the pleasure of meeting Mykhailo years ago when we performed in Expressions '88 in Edmonton, Alberta. It is a sad day. Vichnaya pam'yat'! Spochyvai z Bohom, Mykhaile! Luba Bilash, Edmonton, AB
Maurizio Rossetto
April 3, 2011
I've known Michael for many years and I will miss him greatly. My deepest condolences to his family.
Sandra DeAngelis-Mullin
April 3, 2011
I worked with Michael at Parkdale Public School. In my first few years as the music teacher, I admired his professionalism, advice and his advocacy of music and the arts. I have always been in awe of the quality of the music he created with the students at Parkdale. He was a great inspiration to them and instilled in them a love of music. He will be greatly missed by the staff and especially his students.
Lidia Wasylyn
April 3, 2011
Never met Michael personally, but remember his performance with Troyanda many years ago in Edmonton. He left quite an impression. Clearly, a very talented musician. Thank you for the gift of beautiful music you gave all your listeners.
Andrew,Andrzej Szymanowka
April 3, 2011
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Oksana Pikush
April 3, 2011
Vichnaia Pamiat. It brings a great sadness to know that Michael is no longer with us. He will be dearly missed by many. A great person in every way ! I am sending my deepest condolences to His family.
Maryanne Chedore
April 3, 2011
Condolences from Gaye and Joe Murray,Maryanne and Roger Chedore and Nancy Rounding ( the Cote girl's -your cousins from Sarnia) We have such fond memories of the family get togethers as children and especially the many visits that Michael stayed at our house as a child.We will miss you Michael.
April 3, 2011
Michael, you will be greatly missed by all who knew you, your colleagues, students, viewers of KONTAKT and all your friends. I for one, miss you terribly. You were a good listener for me as I for you. You were a person with a great sense of humour, and big heart. You were professional in all that you did, a real classy person. Rest in peace my dearest friend
Vichnaya Pamyiat.
Lesia Krawec, Toronto
Myron Hlynka
April 3, 2011
I remember Michael from his time with the Troyanda trio. He was part of Troyanda when it performed at the Ukrainian Canadian Business and Professional Association of Windsor 40th anniversary concert in 1992.
Deepest sympathy ot the family.
Katherine Sametz
April 3, 2011
I was very saddened to hear of Michael's passing. He was kind, sensitive, musically gifted, spiritual, and a supportive friend. This is a tragic loss not only for his family and friends, but for the Ukrainian, Music, and School Communities. I met him over 20 years ago when he performed with The Troyanda Trio for the "Spirit of Ukraine" gala in Hamilton. He become a very special friend to me and my whole family. Through Kontakt's "Centre Stage", Michael produced exceptional interviews and coverage of the various Ukrainian events happening locally, nationally, and in his beloved Ukraine. Michael will be greatly missed. May he rest in peace.
Suzanne Young
April 3, 2011
Michael was an amazing teacher. He had an incredible ability to teach and inspire the children at Parkdale. I was always in awe of the performances he lead. He has, without doubt, brought the life-long love of music into so many young lives. His presence at Parkdale will be greatly missed. My deepest condolences to his family, friends and students.
Shelley Grossman
April 3, 2011
I knew Michael for 30 years and spoke to him almost every day sharing good and bad times. Michael, you were a larger than life character and lived your life your way. I will miss your friendship, your dry sense of humour and your zest for life. Gaye, my thoughts are with you and your family. Shelley
Antonina Ermolenko
April 2, 2011
Michael was one of those rare people who could recognize and support young talent fully and unconditionally. His absence is a great loss not only to the artistic community, but to all he has helped throughout his life and career. I will always cherish his commitment to professionalism, his ability to look ahead, and his huge and generous heart.
April 2, 2011
A member of our Garden Ave. P.S. family for many years, I will miss the sound in the halls of Mr. Curry rehearsing with the strings. Michael was one of my son's first music teachers and influenced his decision to get his degree in music education. Mr. Curry was a musical inspiration to many students in the TDSB and will be sorely missed. Linda Polak- Garden Ave. P.S.
Orysia Tracz
April 2, 2011
My deepest condolences to the family. We last saw each other at the ROM Ukrainian Christmas festivities. A big loss.
Shelley Grossman
April 2, 2011
I knew Michael for 30 years and spoke to him nearly every day.I still can't believe he's gone and have picked up the phone several times to call him. Michael, you were a larger than life character and you lived your life your way. I will miss your dry sense of humour and your zest for life. Gaye and family my thoughts are with you all. What a great loss! Shelley
April 2, 2011
A member of our Garden Ave P.S. family for many years
April 2, 2011
Michael and I taught at Parkdale together and we had many of the same students. He was a pleasure to work with and the students adored him. He always found a way to include any students who had interests in music. He will be truly missed. My deepest sympathies to his friends and family.
Sincerely,
Barbara Sandler
Andrew Paladino
April 2, 2011
I had the pleasure of working with Michael for several years at the TDSB. He was an outstanding gentleman and a great musician. I will miss his presence at General Mercer P.S. My thoughts are with his family.
April 2, 2011
Michael
You will truly be missed. Your artistic talents were brilliant. A classy professional in the entertainment business. Michael was a great supporter of the Band Zirka and more importantly a "true friend". From all the band to his family and friends, so sorry for your loss.
Vichnaya Pamyiat!
Peter, Morris, Katherine, John, Karen and Bill (ZIRKA)
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