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THOMAS CURRAN Obituary

The Honorable Thomas Patrick Curran, age 83. Beloved husband of Jeanne M. (nee McDermott); dear father of Barbara Garbaccio (Eugene) of Illinois, Martha Bowles (James) of New Jersey, and Jennifer Swain of Cincinnati; step-father of Nan Morgan (John) of Florida, Kim Alaburda of New Mexico, Robin Rangel (Reymund) of Eastlake, Maureen DiSesa (John) of Massachusetts and Mary Bridget Creager (Daniel) of Massachusetts; cherished grandfather of Mia, Gabriella, Madelyn, Clare, Molly, Caroline, Patrick, Melissa, Helen, Robert, Joseph, Rose, Jacob, Jesse, Samuel and Annemarie; fond brother of Paul (deceased), Robert M.D. (deceased), John M.D. (deceased) (Betty), Genevieve, Joseph (Janine), James D.D.S., Mary Alice (deceased), and Lenore Richards (Charles); loving uncle of many nieces and nephews. Born February 18, 1936 in Cleveland, Ohio to Genevieve Morgan Curran and Paul Stanley Curran M.D., Tom attended Gilmour Academy, and received his B.A. in English Literature from The Ohio State University in 1958. He received his J.D. from Case Western Reserve University in 1962 and began his legal career as a Trial Attorney in the Criminal Division of the United States Department of Justice, Washington, D.C. He continued in the Department of Justice under Robert F. Kennedy as an Assistant United States Attorney until 1968, when he returned to Cleveland and entered private practice with Weston, Hurd. In 1983 he launched Curran & Associates, until he became a Judge in 1994. He retired with distinction in December 2016. Over his 60 years of dedicated service, Tom was honored with many local, state and federal honors including a 50-year award from the Ohio Bar Association. He was a member of the American College of Trial Lawyers, the National Board of Trial Advocacy, the Cleveland Bar Association, and the Federal Bar Association. He was admitted into the Ohio, Maryland, Virginia, and District of Columbia Bar Associations. He often donated his time to represent indigent citizens and was formerly general counsel and board member of the Mt. Pleasant Catholic Elementary Educational System. He was a member of Canterbury Golf Club and enjoyed golfing as well as serving as Secretary and Legal Counsel. Tom enjoyed playing piano and he was a member of the bell choir at both Our Lady of Peace and Church of the Gesu. Funeral Mass: Wednesday, May 8, 2019 at 11:30 a.m. at Church of the Gesu, University Heights. (PLEASE MEET AT THE CHURCH.) Interment: Knollwood Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the SCHULTE & MAHON-MURPHY FUNERAL HOME, 5252 MAYFIELD ROAD, LYNDHURST TUESDAY, MAY 7 FROM 2-4 P.M. AND 5-7 P.M. Contributions suggested to Church of the Gesu or Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, Cleveland. Please sign Tribute Wall at: www.schultemahonmurphy.com

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Published by Cleveland.com from May 4 to May 5, 2019.

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May 11, 2019

I want to extend my sympathies to the entire family, especially to Martha, who was my patient when she was young. Tom was very attentive to her and brought her to appointments, making sure we were doing the best for her. Tom also helped me make my first family photo calendar, something he had previously done. May God grant you His peace and help. Dr Phil Hall

May 11, 2019

My sympathies to the entire family and expecially to daughter Martha who was my patient for many years when she was young. I was always impressed by how her father cared for her during her illness, making sure we were doing the best for her. Tom also helped me in making my first family photo calendar, something he had done previously. May God grant you help and hope in your loss. Dr Phil Hall

Phillip Hall

May 11, 2019

I want to extend my sympathy to the family, and especially to Martha who was my patient for many years when a young person. Tom always looked after her welfare when she came for her visits. Tom helped me print my first family calendar of photos...something he also was doing at the time. May God grant you His care in your grief. Dr Phil Hall

Barbara Draughon

May 8, 2019

My heartfelt condolences to Jean, Jenny, Barbara, Martha, Patrick, Caroline, Molly and ALL the family. Mr. Curran was dear to me and I am with you in spirit. Big hugs during this difficult time.

William Biviano

May 8, 2019

Dear Curran Family, I had the honor of appearing before Judge Curran who sat as a visiting Judge in Trumbull County Domestic Relations court in Warren. The case had detailed complexities and Judge Curran was attentive and maintained the orderly presentation of evidence. He had to make a number of sensitive and complex decisions and he did so without taking away the dignity of the spousal parties. He was a true asset to the Ohio legal community.

Chika Emeka-Nweze

May 8, 2019

Thanking God for the life of the Juris Doctor, Judge Tom Curran, and praying that he will find comfort in the Lord's bosom. May his gentle soul rest in perfect peace, Amen! The Juris Doctor, Chiemeka will miss you a lot especially for the times you played your piano just to entertain him. Goodbye, the Judge, till we meet to part no more. Adieu

Maureen Curran Wilkerson

May 7, 2019

Barbara, Martha & Jenny,

I'm so sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. He was such an accomplished man who loved you all so much. My thoughts & prayers are with you.

With love,
Maureen

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Glenn Frohring

May 5, 2019

Dear Jeanne and family,
How we adored your sweet husband! He was brilliant, kind, funny gentle. His happy face will be missed at Canterbury. We were honored to know him. God bless him and all of you.
Joretta and Glenn Frohring.

Susan & John Tetzlaff

May 5, 2019

Thank you for your many contributions to the Music Ministry at Our Lady of Peace. Jeanne & Family, May you be comforted by the music of the Heavenly hosts of angels, of which no doubt, Tom has joined! Alleluia! He is Risen!

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Jim Trakas

May 5, 2019

May the Lord accept Judge Curran's kind soul into His Heavenly Kingdom. The Judge was a wonderful and generous man who defined the good in public service. He led a wonderful life and enriched all around him with his presence. May his memory be eternal.

Mary Bonness

May 5, 2019

Judge Curran was a true judge. Fair and firm. Served on a jury for him and there was a bit of a snag. I asked to speak with him to ensure I didn't need to be disqualified. He was thorough and kind in questioning with proper representation in place. Never a doubt that he did the right thing. God bless him

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