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James Curtis Obituary
It is with the deepest sorrow that the family of James R. Curtis, Jr (Ronnie) announce his passing on November 1, 2021 in North Myrtle Beach, SC.
He was born in Fredericksburg and lived there most of his life. He married his high school sweetheart, Shirley and they were together over 50 years. Life will never be the same without him by her side. Ronnie is survived by his two children; James Christopher Curtis (Marcia) and Jacqueline Michelle Sullivan (Daniel) 5 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; 2 brothers; 2 sisters; and many nieces and nephews.
Ronnie joined the Marines when he was 17 and served in Vietnam. He always wanted to be in law enforcement and got his first job as a Deputy with the Caroline County Sheriffs office. He then went on to work for the Spotsylvania Sheriffs office and retired as Captain after 25 years of service. He loved his job and the many friendships he made over the years. After moving to North Myrtle Beach, SC, Ronnie enjoyed his days spending time at the beach with the wonderful friends he made there. Those close friendships meant so much to him.
A memorial service officiated by Minister James Lay will be held at Highway Assembly of God, 2221 Jefferson Davis Hwy. Fredericksburg, VA on December 8, 2021 at 12 pm. Family and friends are invited to attend. It will be followed by a private observance for family members at Sunset Memorial Gardens.
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Sherrie Taylor
December 8, 2021
Donna, David and Family,
It´s hard to put into words how sorry I am for your loss. May you find comfort and peace.
Cheryl McKinney
December 8, 2021
Shirley, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Condolences to you and your family; and prayers that peace and happy memories give you strength during this most difficult time.
Linda Triplett
November 29, 2021
Shirley and Family,
I just heard about Ronnie this morning! I am so sorry, words cannot tell you. Shirley, now I know why you have been on my mind for the last couple of weeks. Hope to talk to you soon. Love you.
Marshall Keene
November 29, 2021
Prayers to the family.
Karen Veno
November 27, 2021
Dear Shirley, we are so sorry for your loss. May God wrap his legion of angels around you and your family.
Michael E. Thompson
November 26, 2021
I was very sorry to hear of Ronnie's passing. My condolences to Shirley and family. He was a good man, an excellent Deputy, and my good friend. Car 32 will be missed.
Bogdanowicz Family
November 26, 2021
Tony & I are so very sorry. We will miss seeing Ron walking around chatting and enjoying his friendship. He will be greatly missed by many. RIP xoxo Love, Tony & Brenda Bogdanowicz
June savage
November 26, 2021
Ronnie was my brother in law at one point and his wife and Ronnie let me stay with them when his brother Craig was on deployment a very nice person God rest his soul and condolences to the family.
David and Elaine Amos
November 26, 2021
We loved visiting with Ron in the garage. He was always so positive, even though he was in pain. We send our love and condolences to Shirley and family. God Be with you all.
Bob & Patty Bodenstein
November 26, 2021
So sorry for your loss. Will always remember our gatherings in North Myrtle Beach albeit at the pool, your garage, or the neighbor driveways.
Maggie Hancock
November 25, 2021
I wish you my deepest sympathies and many years of happy memories also. Ed liked working with Ronnie
Aaron Spicer
November 24, 2021
I had the honor to work with Ronnie at the Spotsylvania Sheriff´s Office early in my police career. Ronnie was both a mentor and friend. I will forever cherish the many lessons he taught me and the laughs we had. We lost a great man!
Commander Aaron Spicer
Mesa (AZ) Police Department
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