Oct. 8, 1963 - Nov. 17, 2007
Delbert Carl Curtis, 44, died Saturday at his home in Corvallis.
He was born Oct. 8, 1963 in Lebanon to Russ and Florence Canaday. He graduated from Roosevelt High School in Portland.
His family was the most important thing in his life.
He collected eagle memorabilia and knives. He also enjoyed hunting deer, elk and fishing. He loved riding his four-wheeler.
Survivors include parents Russ and Florence Canaday of Eddyville; sisters Teresa Ojeda of Dayton and Helen Collett of Corvallis; and brothers Lloyd Curtis of Dora, Ala., and David Conner of Colton.
A potluck memorial will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 24, at Eddyville Church.
Memorial contributions may be made to the family or a charity of one's choice. Arrangements are by Affordable Burial and Cremation Co. of Newport.
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Viki Wickstrom
August 16, 2024
I loved you Grandma Helen. You were a beautiful wonderful person and so very sweet to me. You´re very missed.
Viki Wickstrom
August 16, 2024
I love you always and forever. Till we see each other again.
Viki Wickstrom
September 11, 2022
I loved you so much Delbert and always will. Till we see each other again.
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