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Gerald Curcio Obituary
- - Age 77 of Troy, Michigan, passed away on Holy Saturday, April 11, 2020.Jerry was born on June 30, 1942 in Detroit, Michigan to the late Louis and Julia (Farkas) Curcio. He was the beloved husband of 55 years to Susan (Thorne) Curcio whom he met at a Shrine of the Little Flower High School dance in 1959; loving father of Jill Kosters (Michael Rousseau), Jeff Curcio (Lisa), and Jon Curcio(Caryn); devoted grandfather to Mitch, McKenna, Courtney , Dominic, Lauren, Quinn, Jack, and Skylar; younger brother to Robert (Lois) Curcio and favorite uncle to multiple nieces and nephews. Jerry, a Troy resident for 44 years, loved golf and bowling. He enjoyed working with his hands and was kept busy renovating his children's homes. He was a wonderful storyteller who knew how to deliver a joke that would light up a room with rings of laughter. Frequently called upon to repeat favored stories based on his personal experiences, these fables assumed an epic, mythical status, lightheartedly familiar with each re-telling. Proud of his military service, he enrolled in the United States Marine Corp at age 17. He was honorably discharged from the 1st Force Reconnaissance Company, serving from 1960 to 1963. Upon return to civilian life, he joined the family business, L. Curcio and Sons Heating and Cooling. An entrepreneur at heart, he started his own businesses, Jerry Curcio Heating and Cooling, Inc. in 1972 and The Sheet Metal Factory, a custom-made duct and fitting metal fabrication company, in 1979. He retired in 2002. Formerly of Hazel Park, Jerry remained active with the Hazel Park High School Class of 1960. He was a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, active in the ministry of welcome program. He believed in volunteerism and during his lifetime supported the Jaycees, the Elks, the Knights of Columbus, Bishop Foley Dads Club, and the Guardian Angels athletic program. Jerry assembled an inexhaustible group of friends over the course of a full and engaged life. He enjoyed being with people and gave generously of his time and talent. He relished spending time with his family and had a profound influence on his children, grandchildren, friends, and extended family. Jerry will be deeply missed. We invite you to participate in a remote prayer service, which will live stream Friday, April 17, 2020 from 10:30-11:00 am at AJDesmond.com. A Memorial Mass and Celebration of Life luncheon will be conducted at a later date. Contributions in his memory may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. A.J. Desmond & Sons, 248-362-2600.
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Jeremy Barnes
April 16, 2020
To Jeff Curcio & Family,
I was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of your Dad, we have spoken often about the great man that he was and I can tell by the man that you are that he was a big part of that. I lost another Marine bother as well, bet you didn't know we were related, so I guess that makes me your uncle. lol!! You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
The Barnes Family
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Sandy Page
April 15, 2020
Our hearts are saddened as we mourn his passing. He was a great friend and always brightened our lives with his sense of humor and compassion for others. He will be missed by all his friends.
John & Angie Kaiser
April 15, 2020
Jerry was one of our favorite neighbors and always had something pleasant to say. We have been neighbors, 2 doors away since we moved to Troy just after Jerry and Sue, which was 44 years ago. Jerry and Sue were one of the first homeowners in what is known as Sylvan Glen #2. Back then you could look out and see the Livernois traffic since few homes had been built. Angie and I will miss Jerry and we would like to extend our sincere condolences to Sue and the family.
April 15, 2020
It is with great sadness that we say "Goodbye"
to a great individual and personal friend.
It is also difficult to write this from a distance. I wish I could shake his hand and say "Hi Jerry" as I did for so many years I can't even remember them all. I do know I will miss him. He was never without a smile and always willing to do whatever you asked.I only know Jerry as a Jaycee and he always brightened up any room he entered. Willing to help and always a smile, I will miss you dear Friend.
Carol and I will remember you in our prayers
and pray that GOD'S love will be with you and your family at this time.
Larry and Carol Gefrerer
bonnie ferguson
April 15, 2020
Jay and I are so very sorry for your loss. Jerry was such a joy to be around and he will be so missed. Prayers of comfort to his family.
Tony & Jan Pordon
April 14, 2020
Jerry has been our dear friend for over 50 years. We first met him & his wife Sue as a member of the Warren Jaycees. We became great friends. Traveled together to Australia & New Zealand, Yellowstone National Park, The Tetons, Canadian Rockies, cruised to Alaska inside passage, a Mediterranean cruise to Italy, and a river cruise on the Snake River. Great memories of golf trips in Northern Michigan at our condo in Harbor Springs and many fun winter season spent in Bonita springs, Florida at Highland Woods Golf & Country Club. Jerry you will be missed forever.
April 14, 2020
Jerry has been our dear friend for over 50 years. We shared many wonderful times with him and his wife Sue in the Warren Jaycees, Traveled to Australia/New Zealand, Canadian Rockies, Yellowstone National Park & The Tetons. Took a Mediterranean Cruise to Italy, an Alaska inside passage trip and a Riverboat cruise on the Snake River. We have many memories of wonderful golf trips into northern Michigan at our condo in Harbor Springs. We had wonderful times together in Bonita's Springs Florida. Jerry, we love you and will miss you always. Tony & Jan Pordon
JG
April 14, 2020
So sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort and hope bring the family peace and love.
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