Curtis Ames Obituary
Curtis William “Bill” Ames, 77 of West Terre Haute, passed away on Monday, November 11, 2024. He was born in Terre Haute on February 22, 1947 to Earl D. Ames and Rose Ramey Smith Ames.
Bill was a correctional officer for Putnamville Correctional Facility, and was a veteran of the United States Army, having served in the Vietnam War. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and bowling.
Bill is survived by three children; Robert F. Ames (Brenda), Curtis Ames, Jr. (Amy), and Tammy Porter (Kevin). He is also survived by two sisters, Becky Trittipo and Myra Todd as well as several grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his wife Mildred Anne Rukes Ames who preceded in death on October 25, 2021.
Funeral services will be held at Fitzpatrick Funeral Home, 220 North 3rd St., West Terre Haute, IN on Thursday, November 14, 2024 at 1:00 PM. Burial will follow in Roselawn Memorial Park. Visitation is scheduled for Thursday from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM in the funeral home.
Online condolences can be left at: www.fitzpatrick-funeralhome.com
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220 North 3rd Street, West Terre Haute, IN 47885
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