Curtis Cecil Obituary
He was a veteran of the United States Navy. He was a barber for 59 years and was still working at the age of 82.
Survivors include his former spouse, Elsie Cecil of Acushnet; sons and daughter-in-law, Gary & Dawn Cecil, Rick Cecil, John Cecil; daughter & son-in-law, Caroline & Danny Lundrigan; six grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and his long time companion, Emily Mello of New Bedford.
Funeral services will be held Sunday 2:00 P.M., in the Bower Funeral Chapel, Pulaski, VA. Interment will follow in the Cecil's Chapel United Methodist Church Cemetery, Hiwassee, VA., with full military honors.
Bower Funeral Chapel, Pulaski, VA., is handling the arrangements for the family.
www.bowerfuneralhome.com
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JIM ROGERS
December 31, 2008
sorry to hear of curtis passing. i worked with him in fairhaven at jasons barber shop, for a short time in his shop .his was a great friend and i will miss him, I always shopin and saw him whenever i was in town
Caroline Lundrigan
December 18, 2008
A message from the Cecil family.
A celebration of life will be given by his family on Saturday January 3 rd at 2:00 p.m At the First Congregational Church 34 Center St. Fairhaven,Ma. All are welcome to attend.Thank You.
Diane Rezendes
December 16, 2008
Dear Caroline And Family so sorry to hear about your Dad.I was in Florida when I heard the sad news and was very shocked.May he rest in peace.GOD BLESS YOU ALL AND TAKE CARE!
Charles Glassco
December 15, 2008
I met Curtis in Fairhaven and he cut my hair for a number of years. We were both born and raised in Virginia. My brother made a trip by car to Virginia with Curtis. I was always happy to talk with him. I am sorry for your loss.
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Lucille Emin
December 14, 2008
To the Cecil family,
I was very saddened by the news of your dad's passing. My deepest condolences to your entire family, but know in your hearts that he touched the lives and hearts of so many and left them with fond memories.
I saw him almost daily when he would walk over to Little Bay to pick up his newspaper, and he always had a smile on his face, and a good morning greeting.
In 1977 my husband was hospitalized for over 5 months, and once or twice a week your dad would visit him and trim his beard and hair, and would not take any payment for his work. Also, my three sons had their hair cut by him for many years, and he was always patient with them, even though they could be very trying at times, when they were little boys.
He will be missed by many; I know I will miss him greatly. He was a wonderful man.
Robert Mello
December 14, 2008
To the Curtis Cecil Family,
I would like to express our deepest sympathy to all of you. I have known Curtis for several years and always thought he was a special type of person. It was always a pleasure to be in his company. I will always be greatful to him for being such a great companion for my Mother. I know she will miss him very much.
God be with him and may he rest in peace.
Heidi+ Robert Mello
Joseph Perry
December 13, 2008
He was always a gentleman.
In all the time I knew him, he presented himself with dignity and never spoke ill of others. He loved his family and took pride in their lives. Simply put:he was a good man.
He will be missed and remembered.
Raynold Cabral
December 13, 2008
to the Curtis Family:; I had the pleasure of knowing your dad when he had a barber shop in Fairhaven,, i belive Adams St.. He belonged to our Association of Barbers,, we were introduced to him by Jimmy Rodgers of Mattappoiset ,, a very nice loving man who had a great sense of humor,yes along with his southern accent, and never short for a good laugh,,, may i express my condolences to all of you, and his name i never forgot,, may he rest in peace ,, Raynold Formerly of Raynolds Hairstylists , Downtown New Bedford, Ma.
Betty Lacerda
December 13, 2008
Caroline and Family
My sympathy to you and your family. I am also from Virginia and Curt and my family was very friendly.
Kristy
December 13, 2008
Life's many visitors touch us in numerous ways, but it's the impressions left by true friends that are most remembered and seldom ever matched. Rest in peace Curtis.
Monique Britto
December 12, 2008
Caroline & Family
My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Hazel Britto
December 12, 2008
Dear Caroline and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. May all your precious memories of him last forever.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
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