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Josephine Curls Obituary

Josephine A. Curls, 84, died Jan.26, in Phoenix, AZ. She was a Licensed Mental Health Technician. She was employed by the Colmery O'Neil V.A. Hospital (30 yrs) and the KNI; retiring after 35 years of service. She was a member of Second Baptist Church. She was married to Leroy Curls, who preceded her in death. Survivors include her sons: Darick Lee Curls, Phoenix, AZ; and Eric Allen Curls, Topeka, KS; 2 step-children; Lorena Bills and Rodney Bills, Topeka; 2 brothers, 9 grandchildren & 18 great-grandchildren. Instate Friday. Feb. 3, from 4 - 8 p.m. Family receiving friends 6 - 8 p.m. Service Sat. Feb. 4, at Second Baptist Church 11:00 a.m. with burial at Topeka Cemetery.

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Published by Topeka Capital-Journal on Feb. 2, 2012.

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Maria Keating Carr

February 11, 2012

Eric and Darick
I was sorry to hear about the loss of your mom.

Lucille Ross-Daugherty

February 3, 2012

Eric & Derick, I'm so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.

Karla (Sowards)Savoie

February 3, 2012

Eric and Darick - I'm sorry to hear of your mother's passing. You are both in my thoughts and prayers.

February 3, 2012

May time's passing somehow help
to ease your loss and sorrow.
And may the memories left behind
bring comfort for tomorrow.

Sincerely yours,

Resa Boydston

Tracy Appelhanz

February 2, 2012

Oh, I am sorry to hear about your mom. My prayers are with you both.

Steve Collom

February 2, 2012

Eric and Darick, Very sorry about the loss of your mom. Both of your parents always made us feel welcome in their home. Lots of good memories with them & with both of you. With Deepest Sympathy.

Brian Calhoon

February 2, 2012

Eric and Darick, Sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. I have great memories of hanging out at your house with your family. You are in our prayers.

Heather Walter

February 2, 2012

Eric and Darick, I'm so sorry for you loss. She was a wonderful lady.

Heather Walter

February 2, 2012

Eric and Darick, I am so sorry for your loss. She was such a wonderful lady. You are in my prayers.

Larry and Terry Barker

February 2, 2012

Darick and Eric, Sorry, to read of the passing of your Mother. Our sympathy to you and your family.

Jeff Parker

February 2, 2012

Darick and Eric. Sorry for you loss. I have some very good memories of you both and your mother. I also worked at kni with her too. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Kara Emery

February 2, 2012

Eric and Darick, I am so sorry for your loss. May The Lord give you strength and comfort during this difficult time.

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