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James Cureton Obituary
Jim was born on Jauary 21, 1924 in Greenville, SC. He was a 30 year decorated veteran of the US Navy, an aircraft mechanic at Quonset Point and was a Rhode Island Mental Health Worker for many years. He was also an avid gardener and loved his Boston Terriers.
Jim is survived by his son Douglas Cureton of Fort Lauderdale, FL; daughters Mary Cureton of South Kingstown and Jane McLellan of North Kingstown. He leaves eight Grandchildren and Five Great Grandchldren. He was the father of the late James Michael Cureton and the late William Edward Cureton.
A Memorial Service will be held on Monday June 23rd at 10:00am in the Forbes Funeral Home, 28 Columbia St. Wakefield, RI. Burial will follow in Elm Grove Cemetery in North Kingstown. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the RI Veterans Home Activities Department, 480 Metacom Ave., Bristol, RI 02809.
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Tanya,Sean,Sammy and Bri
June 22, 2008
Uncle Doug, Aunt Jane and Mom...
I am so sorry about the loss of your father. He was a wonderful grandfather and an amazeing great- grandfather. May the three of you find some comfort in knowing how his long wait to be with gram is finaly over. I Love you all. With deepest sympathy&imense love~
Kyle Bennett
June 20, 2008
Doug and Family,
I am truly saddened to hear of your father's passing. It is at times like these that we look to family for support but only find comfort in the Lord.
May He keep you in His eternal grace as you reconcile with your loss.
Truly,
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