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Alice McCurdy Obituary
was born on July 11, 1923 in Cleveland, Ohio, to Florence M. (Maltby) and Robert A. Crawford. She passed away on Monday morning, February 9, 2009. Alice was preceded in death by her parents and also by her only sister, Dorothy Goldsmith in May, 2007. Her brother-in-law, Richard McCurdy, died several years ago. She was a retired Canton City School teacher, having taught at Stark School and Souers Junior High School, where she directed plays during her years there. Alice began her teaching career in South Amherst, Lorain County, after graduating from McKinley High School and Ohio Wesleyan University. When her children were both in school, she returned to the classroom at Stark School and moved to Souers when it opened in 1963. She retired from Souers in 1979. She is survived by her loving husband of 59 years, LeRoy "Mac" McCurdy, her son, Dennis McCurdy (K.C.) of Troy, OH, and daughter, Ellen (Earl) Brubacher of Atwater, OH; cherished granddaughter, Stephanie Eakin of Atwater, OH. She is also survived by very dear nieces and nephews; her sister-in-law and husband, Lora (Jack) Johnson, and sister-in-law, Donna Magyary. For these past years, Alice led an active life. She wrote a lot of poetry and skits, played piano and organ, and enjoyed working on crossword puzzles and reading. She was a volunteer with the Friends of the Library and served as President of the group. Alice also belonged to the College Club and its afternoon book discussion session. She was a Jennings Scholar, won an Alumni Award from Ohio Wesleyan University and was Canton City Schools teacher of the year in 1979. She was a life member of Stark County Retired Teachers Association. Alice has been a member of Delta Kappa Gamma International Society since 1972. Funeral services will be conducted on Thursday at 6 p.m. in the Reed Funeral Home Canton Chapel with Rev. Allan Brown officiating. Calling hours will be one hour prior to the service on Thursday from 5-6 p.m. in the funeral home.
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Memories and Condolences
for Alice McCurdy
Myrna Baltzell
February 18, 2009
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Donna Magyary
February 17, 2009
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
Alice was my sister-in-law and sister-in-Christ, since 1956. She always had a smile and good words for me and my family. Many memories of family get together's. Love, Donna
Jeanne Pipcak Johnson
February 13, 2009
My memories of Mrs McCurdy start early in my childhood. As a child she was a kind, friendly neighbor; in school she was my teacher in 9th grade. Oh how she loved to laugh! You learned so much in her class, yet learning was fun! In the summer she and Mr McCurdy were often on the front porch reading a newspaper or a book, enjoying the evening. You were most welcome to pop by and talk. When I visited my parents, I would stop to say hi. I am saddened by the loss, yet thankfull for many wonderful memories. Dennis, Ellen, and Mr McCurdy; I will keep you in my prayers.
Gene & Janice Bialota
February 12, 2009
We met Alice after our daughter and her family moved next door to her and Mac. She was a very sweet lady and a pleasure to talk to. Our sympathy to her family.
Debbie Allen
February 12, 2009
Mac,
My sympathies to you and your family. I met Alice when she volunteered at the library and our friendship continued years after. She was such a delightful person. She will be truly missed.
Kathy Finley
February 11, 2009
Mrs. McCurdy was absolutely one of my favorite teacher at Jr. High. She was one of the first people who show me what the true meaning of friendship. She will be truley missed. It was a honor to be one of her students.
DONNA CALABRESE
February 11, 2009
Mrs. McCurdy was my supervising teacher when I did my student teaching at Souers in 1966. I learned so much from her. I will always remember her bringing my entire third period class to my wedding in August of 1966(all boys).
She will always be with me in my memories. So much of what she taught me was in my lessons and was passed on to my students at Massillon. She was the ultimate teacher. I admired her so very much.
Donna Carlisle Calabrese
Kevin Kopan
February 11, 2009
I had Mrs. McCurdy at Stark School for 7th & 8th grade history. She was a fine teacher.
My condolences to the family and friends.
Barbara Ross
February 11, 2009
Your mom is well remembered by the Souers alums.
Christina Wright
February 10, 2009
Alice will truly be missed by all. She was an influence in so many others lives. I wasn't quite old enough to have had the pleasure of having her as a teacher at Souers, but I was honored with the pleasure of becoming her neighbor. She had a wonderful soul for conversation and I loved spending time listening to her talk.
Dear Mac and family, please accept our deepest sympathies, and know we are here for you.
Terey DeFlorville
February 10, 2009
Mrs. McCurdy is the mother of one of my dearest friends, Dennis. I hope her family finds peace and comfort in each other and in friends.
Patricia Mashchak
February 10, 2009
Alice McCurdy was a wonderful person. I had the privilege of knowing her through our teaching at Souers Jr. High. I especially enjoyed her poems, and I still have some of them. We were also Delta Kappa Gamma sisters. She will always be remembered as a great teacher and friend. My sympathy to Mac and the family.
Debby Davis (Simon)
February 10, 2009
Mrs. McCurdy was one of my favorite teachers at Souers Jr. High back in 1970. To the family...it will be the memories of her that will help you get through this time.
God Bless!
nancy townsend
February 10, 2009
Alice McCurdy was my favorite teacher. She instilled in me a love for literature, theatre and public speaking. Her classroom was a joyful place- learning an exciting thing. Much of what she taught me was not in her lesson plan but in her example. I am so glad that God allowed me one last conversation with Mrs. McCurdy a few months ago. It gave me the opportunity to tell her what she had meant to me.
Cindy (Holland) Alcorn
February 10, 2009
I was at Stark School,and Souers Jr High (1969) I had Mrs. McCurdy as a teacher. My sympathy to her family at this time.
Jan Oxley
February 10, 2009
Alice was a wonderful woman. I had the privilege of knowing her through the CYC Community Recreation Center when she attended my water exercise class. I will always have very fond memories of her laugh, enthusiasm, and compassion. You have my deepest sympathy.
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