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Craig Curtis Obituary
GREAT FALLS —Craig Michael Curtis, 48, of Great Falls, passed away on Tuesday, August 9 , 2016 of unknown causes.
Craig was born on September 27, 1967 in Great Falls. He was raised in Great Falls and Vaughn, and graduated from Simms High School. Shortly after graduation he began working for Albertsons, he worked there for 25+ years. Craig also worked at the Flamingo Bar.
He was an avid outdoorsman. Most of his free time was spent at his cabin outside Lincoln with his brother, Ronnie. Craig enjoyed hunting, gambling, and being with his friends and family who he cherished. Craig was also the Secretary/Treasurer of the UFCW Local 8 union, a position he took great pride in.
Craig was the type of person who would put your needs before his own and he often did. He was a wonderful father, companion, brother, and friend to so many. With his passing there will be a hole in our hearts forever.
Craig is survived by the light of his life, his son Tucker Curtis; and long-time companion Danielle May of Great Falls. Also two step children of Great Falls; brothers Tracy (Miriam) Curtis of Connecticut, Roger (Dawn) Curtis of Valier, Ronnie Curtis of Great Falls, and Randie (Mary) Curtis of Great Falls; sisters Cindie (James) Baker of Billings, Tammie (Mike) Blow of Great Falls, and Cheryl (Garry) Hackett of Great Falls; aunt Lynne (Bill) Lemire of Great Falls; adopted sister, Krystal Erb of Great Falls; adopted father, Dick Zadick of Great Falls; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. There were so many people that he held dear to his heart.
Craig was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Marian Curtis of Great Falls.
A celebration of Craig's life will be held at the Flamingo Bar September 24, 2016 at 1:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to Montana Federal Credit Union, C/0 Tucker Curtis, 15 14th St. S., Great Falls, MT 59401 for Tucker's college education.
Condolences for the family may be posted online at www.SchniderFuneralHome.com.
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Maryann Alam
August 28, 2016
Sending prayers to your family.
August 19, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with the Curtis Family.
Craig you were such sweet kid growing up. always made me and Tammy laugh when ever I was over at your house, my thoughts to your significant other he was a great man. To all his brothers and sisters my heart goes out to you all, take care and I will pray for you all at this sad time.
Sincerely,
Shelly Anderson
August 17, 2016
Waiting for you to come in and give me a hard time! Still so unreal! Miss you every day and know that we will all see you on the other side! A good soul has passed on and we will all do what it takes to let Tucker know what an awesome and amazing dad he has! Never forgotten!
August 14, 2016
Such sad news . Hugs and prayers for all of you.
Mark and Suzie
Beth Davis
August 13, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.I worked with Craig and we always had a good time. I will miss him a lot.
heath wilson
August 13, 2016
To Craigs family im sorry for your loss. Craig was like a brother to me. You may be gone but you will never be forgotten. Thank you for always being there for me and my family. Thanks for being such a kind and gentle human being. Im going to miss not just you but being called a baboon. Thanks for the trips we took and all the memories we made. I am really sorry tucker wont get to experience what we did. R.I.P. Im gonna miss you.Love you man
August 13, 2016
To the Curtis Family,
There are not enough words to say how much we will all miss his great smile and friendship. He was a great guy.
with love and friendship. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Kapptie family
Jenny Myre
August 13, 2016
May the blessings from above help through this time. I enjoyed working with Craig at Buttrey / Albertson's. He is someone I will always remember. Please Lord, take Craig to his next journey with you in Heaven.
Jim & Jeanie Blow
August 13, 2016
To the Curtis Family, We are very sorry to hear of your great loss of Craig. May your special memories of the happy times together give you strength in those difficult hrs. Our deepest sympathy and prayers. Jim & Jeanie Blow
Kathy Galt
August 12, 2016
To all of Craig's family (esp. Tucker)
Craig will never be forgotten by anyone that knew him. He was a great guy. Worked with him for over 25 years.Always quick with a smart remark or joke...but just as quick to lend a helping hand or shoulder to lean on. Gone way too soon...would have been wonderful to watch him grow into fatherhood as Tucker grew. Thoughts & prayers are with you all.
Mary Morgan Kunkel
August 12, 2016
I enjoyed visiting with Craig at Albertson's. We shared some fun stories about our growing up years in Big Sky Vista. I will miss him.
Jerry n Linda Myre
August 12, 2016
We are deeply saddened to hear about Craig he Will be deeply missed
Joy Burkstrand
August 12, 2016
Thoughts an prayers for his friends an family! He was such a great guy. He will be missed.
Rosie Detillion
August 12, 2016
Mary and family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. May god wrap his arms around you to help you through such a difficult time. Prayers and hugs my friend. Love ya Rosie.
Mary (Leonard) Gonzalez
August 12, 2016
I'm in a state of shock upon hearing of Craig's passing. He was a wonderful and enjoyable person to be around.
Joey and kids
August 12, 2016
Craig has touched so many people old and young he was always looking out for anyone that he could.......I know he will be missed by 80% of great Falls.....may God bless his son and Danielle and help them to heal......Craig may you rest high on the mountain of peace with the lord....till we meet again....Joey and Kids
Cherrie Kellt
August 12, 2016
I am so sorry. My deepest condolences to his loved ones. Craig was a wonderful person with a gIving heart and great sense of humor. He was a friend and did not place judgement on others. Craig would always take time to stop and chat with me when I was at the store, giving updates on how fast Tucker was growing and other life events. He will be dearly missed. RIP.
Karen Curtis-Harper
August 12, 2016
I will miss you so much uncle Craig! I love you to pieces! I'm so happy you will be with grandma and grandpa, and will be watching over all of us!
Bev Denning
August 12, 2016
I am so shocked and saddened by Craig's passing. What a wonderful person he was! I watched Craig grow from a little boy, to a very proud father. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this most difficult time.
Susan Goodman
August 12, 2016
my Thoughts, my Heart, my Wishes & Prayers, to all Family, Friends, Loved Ones, & sweetest Baby Boy.. But i cannot say good-bye to You, my Friend.. so until we meet again, keepin a Light on for ya'.. miss u already
Rich Gaskins
August 12, 2016
My heartfelt condolences go out to Craig's family and loved ones. He was an excellent example of a man who was caring and compassionate. His contagious laugh and sense of humor made everyone who talked to him have a brighter day. I know he will be enjoying the paradise that he has earned in the happy hunting grounds in heaven. Please rest assured that all that knew you will ensure Tucker knows the kind of man his father was. You will be missed my friend and we will all see you at some point in the future. Until then the thought of you will be with me as I hunt in Lincoln as I know that a legend proceeded me in hunting gods country. You will not be forgotten. Rest in peace my friend.
Kate Tomlinson
August 12, 2016
Ronnie and family, I am so sorry for you loss! I worked with craig at Albertsons and we always gave eachother a hard time! all in fun of course! He will be greatly missed by many people!!!
Elizabeth Turton
August 11, 2016
My condolences go out to you Danielle, and Tucker. Craig was an awesome person and I am glad that I
got the chance to be his friend. He always made me smile even when I was down in the dumps. He was there for me when I lost my husband, James Turton(JT), who also worked at the Flamingo as a drummer until a freaked accident took his life. Craig will be never be forgotten. R.I.P. Craig.
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