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David CURKENDALL Obituary

CURKENDALL, David W. Born May 13, 1936, husband of Dorothy Roy, father of Eric and Jay, grandfather of Doni, Ramses and Ivan, farm boy, navigator of deep space vessels, designer of three dimensional computers, author of books about personal finance and running away from home, world traveler, spinner of yarns, loud in the morning, social bicyclist, fish taco connoisseur, chef of a mean tuna noodle casserole and past grand master of lost car keys, passed away after a struggle with cancer. He was a dear friend to countless many and an enemy of none. He will be missed beyond imagination. Memorial service to be held on June 25, 2011 at Dave's home. Cabot & Sons, Pasadena

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Published by Los Angeles Times from May 18 to May 22, 2011.

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Ian Finley

June 2, 2011

Dave had an enthusiasm for ideas and people that was infectious and uplifting. I'll keep the memories while I mourn the loss. Thanks Dave.

Richard Chen

May 23, 2011

He was a super guy.

David Newhall

May 23, 2011

Dave's family, I'm very sorry to hear of your loss. I worked for Dave at Action Computer Enterprise. He was a brilliant man, and brought real energy, humor, and honest enthusiasm to everyone around him.

Ellen Welch O'Bryan

May 22, 2011

My sympathy to the Curkendall Family and all of David's friends. I met Dave at Cornell 1958-59 when I was a graduate student there. We were friends for over 50 years. I will miss him greatly. Forever young, Dave. Forever young.

Mary Buckingham

May 20, 2011

Dear Curkendall Family,
So sorry for your loss. May he rest
in peace. Enjoyed reading the book
and the past. My brother Joe and
I picked strawberries on your farm.
Joe Okrepkie & Mary Buckingham

Dona (Hulslander) Tiffany

May 18, 2011

David's family, So very sorry to learn of his passing. He was a fun classmate of mine, a brilliant mind with a wonderful sense of humor.

Lou & Isabel Montone

May 18, 2011

Jerry/Ethel and family,
Jerry so sorry to hear of your brothers passing. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Ronald Esler

May 18, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Norman Holmes

May 18, 2011

Thank goodness Gerry got around to writing the book about his teenage adventures as it gave us the opportunity to get reaquainted, albeit via E-mails, but appreciated none the less. My condolences to each of his family members and friends who will miss him greatly.

Bill & Kathy L'Amoreaux

May 18, 2011

Dear Curkendall Family,
We are so terribly sorry for your loss. Our sincere condolances and many thoughts and prayers are with you all.

CarolAnn Weeks-Green

May 18, 2011

Sorry for your loss.Loved his book about Newark Valley----brought back many names and places------Carol Ann Weeks Green

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