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CURTIS SMITH Obituary

Curtis A. Smith, 52, of Kansas City, KS, passed away Friday, January 25, 2013 at Providence Place. Services will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, January 28, at the Chapel Hill-Butler Funeral Home, 701 N. 94th St. Interment will follow in Chapel Hill Memorial Garden. Friends may call from 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday, January 27 at the funeral home. The family requests that any contributions be made to the Kansas City Kansas Community College Endowment Fund. Curtis was born April 2, 1960 in Kansas City, KS, to Donald and Catherine (Hinkle) Smith. A lifelong Kansas City area resident, he graduated from Schlagle High School in 1978, and had been a Custodian at Kansas City Kansas Community College for the last 23 years. Curtis enjoyed bowling, baseball, basketball and football, as well as collecting baseball and racing paraphernalia. He genuinely liked helping people; everyone could always count on Curtis! He loved working at KCKCC, and he was known for his dedication to completing every assignment with pride. Curtis was a very giving, loving, and forgiving friend. He was preceded in death by his father in 2005, his mother in 2009, and two brothers, Steven Donald Smith in 1999 and Larry Edward Smith in 2005. Survivors include two sisters, Melleri Marie Williams and husband Gary of Kansas City, KS, and Leann Capp and husband Dennis of Olathe, KS; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Fond memories and condolences may be left at www.chapelhill-butler.com Chapel Hill - Butler Funeral Home, 701 N 94th St, Kansas City, KS 66112, 913-334-3366 www.chapelhill-butler.com

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Published by Kansas City Star on Jan. 26, 2013.

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February 19, 2013

I just found out today. Curtis was such a nice indivdual. And, always willing to help people. May God give his family the strength to carry on during this time of beyond words of sorrow.
Judy Johnson(retired from KCKCC)
2-19-13 tu

Bill Yeazel

January 29, 2013

I was always pleased to get Curtis on the phone when I called. He never let me down and he was a friend. A truly gentle person. I'll miss him.

Joe Taylor

January 28, 2013

I remember the story that Curtis spoke of when me and my wife went to see Curtis.It was at the high school it rained and not much later that night Curtis and some others tried to go up the hill by the football field.Some got close but slid back down.I also remember running into Curtis one night in weaponry.Curtis was always friendly I remember his smile Curtis enjoyed life he was a wonderful person.I am glad I knew him.

Doris Holleman

January 28, 2013

Curtis Smith and I arrived at Kansas City Kansas Community College almost 17 years ago. Curtis provided great service to the Campus Childcare Center at our college. He was always positive, kind, and very helpful in any work task assignment. I could always count on him and Eddie to help me at the Campus Childcare Center's social events. The childcare teaching staff, parents and children and I will truly miss our friend and colleague, Mr. Curtis Smith.

Doris D. Holleman, Program Director of KCKCC Campus Childcare Center.

Dolores Daniels

January 28, 2013

Curtis was a wonderful person to know, I would call on Curtis not just to do something but to seek his advice. I will miss my friend who always had time to stop by and say hello to the children and myself. My world has been blessed by knowing Curtis Smith my thoughts and prays goes out to his family. Curtis was loved by many. Dolores Daniels KCKCC-CCC

Gabe Snowden

January 28, 2013

Curtis I only knew you for a little over a year, but have memories that will last a life time. One of the most genuine people I ever met. Never a day went by that you failed to ask how I was doing. Im thankful your no longer in pain and can look down on us and possibly give us a look into eternity. Thanks for leaving your footprint on each and every one of us. We all miss you and look forward to seeing you again in heaven.

Marshall Brown

January 28, 2013

Curtis was a good friend and I will miss him. He was willing to help whenever someone needed him; a wonderful person and he will be greatly missed by his friends.

Tiffanie Cavanaugh

January 27, 2013

I am going to miss you very much. I love you Uncle Curtis.

Darla Brown

January 27, 2013

We'll all remember Curtis for his gentle spirit and kindness towards everyone. I will also remember him for his love for Pepsi and Wendy's. One thing is true, Curtis will no longer have to worry about the pain that was with him because better things are ahead in heaven. May God be with you with his arms wrapped tightly and keeping you safe rejoicing in heaven. May God Bless You, Curtis.

Dustin Capp

January 27, 2013

Curtis always carried a big smile, and was very sincere. I had the great pleasure of knowing Curtis most of my life. I can remember as a kid sneaking around going through his tapes, yes this was before cd's. Instead of getting mad, Curtis didn't mind at all, he probably thought to himself, "this kids got good taste in music." I mean it was the Beatles. Rest In Peace Curtis!

Dennis and Joyce Dotson

January 26, 2013

Curtis was a very caring and king person. We will Miss that wonderful smile he always had. Our sympathy is with his family.

Sue Courtney

January 26, 2013

Curtis was a gentle, loving, caring man who always saw the good in others. He was always willing to help others, regardless of their need or request. Curtis had a warm, genuine smile and could make everyone laugh with a funny expression or quick-witted comment. He truly loved working at KCKCC and valued the friendship of the college community. He "walked the talk" of being a true friend! Curtis, you will be missed.....rest in peace dear friend.

Raylene Kline

January 26, 2013

Curtis was a very good man always willing to help you out and never could say no. He was fun to work with always loved our jokes,while he was sick the last week we got him to laugh at our jokes made us laugh hard with him, I will miss him a lot there is no one else like him he smiled everyday I went to see him would not change anything I did for him. We will miss you curtis your now out of pain..... Raylene and Jerry Kline (Kansas City Kansas)

January 26, 2013

I will miss talking to Curtis at Kansas City Kansas Community College. He was kind,caring and always willing to help others. He will be missed dearly. My prayers and sympathy to his family and friends.

Linda H. Sutton (Kansas City, KS)

January 26, 2013

I had only known Curtis for three years but he was a very nice, friendly man who was always willing to help whereever needed. My thoughts are with his family and God bless his soul. He is one of the good ones. We will miss you Curtis. Cheryl Coleman, Kansas City, Mo.

Heather King

January 25, 2013

Prayers go out to the entire Smith family. May God ease your pain during this sad time. I have some great memories of Curtis from when i was a child. He is in a heavenly place now with wonderful people.

Ed kremer

January 25, 2013

Curtis was a true friend. For the last 14 years we spoke on almost a weekly basis. I am certain he is in God's loving arms

Ed kremer

January 25, 2013

Curtis will be truly missed. for the last 14 years he and I spoke on a weekly basis. I am certain he us I'm God's loving arms.

Linda Scammahorn

January 25, 2013

Curtis was a wonderful and caring man. He was a great friend to our family. He passed away way too young. He will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers go with you Curtis. Your friends, Carl and Linda Scammahorn.

January 25, 2013

We were once family many years ago and I have thought of you often Curtis. Leann you have always been in my thoughts. Curtis is now out of pain and Leann you are now on your new journey to a new place with your family. No matter where you go I will always think of you.
Bonnie Gilmore Lang

Regina Smith

January 25, 2013

Curtis was a great man. I could always count on Curtis to help anytime something was need. He always had a smile when I would talk to him. He will be missed at KCKCC. God bless you Curtis.

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