Curtis Anthony Huntzinger

Curtis Anthony Huntzinger

Curtis Anthony Huntzinger passed away on May 18, 1990, in Blue Lake, California. Curtis was 14 years old. The cause of death was homicide.

Curtis was born on August 23, 1974, in Los Angeles, California, to Charles and Nancy Huntzinger.

Curtis loved life. Growing up he often made silly faces and funny grins, especially if there was a camera. His smile was contagious. He cherished Christmases, opening presents and Easters finding the “Prize Egg”. He also treasured birthday parties. He loved Fourth of July nights spent on the Mad River. Curtis also loved fishing and being outdoors. He loved family picnics, back yard bar-b-ques and time spent with his friends. Curtis adored babies. He would be first in line to hold his younger siblings and as he got older he enjoyed holding his nieces and nephews.

Curtis graduated from Blue Lake School and was a student at Arcata High School at the time of his disappearance.

Curtis is survived by his parents, Charles and Nancy Huntzinger of Blue Lake California; siblings, Debbie, Howard, Cherri, Chuck, Cindy, Craig, George, Georgia, Bob Sarah, Joe and Louie. He is also survived by 31 nieces and nephews.

Curtis was preceded in death by his Grandpa George Huntzinger and his nephew Baby Michael. Since his disappearance other family members who have passed away include his sister Cheryl Huntzinger, Uncle Dick Powell and Grandma Sadie Huntzinger.

Memorial services are pending. It is the family’s desire to have a public memorial to honor and remember beloved Curtis Huntzinger. Services times, date and location will be announced.

The family would like to thank friends, teachers and school faculty for contributing to Curtis’ life. Many thanks are to the individuals who searched for Curtis. A special thanks to Wayne Cox and his team for finding Curtis.

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