Curtis W. Hutzley

His parents were MSGt. Curtis W. Hutzley and Marian Hutzley. Curtie (child nickname) was born while his father was busy fighting in the Pacific. Curt lived in PA during his early years where he played with cousins and was surrounded by family. Curt lived in several states before coming to CA as dad was career military.The family moved to San Bernardino in 1956. Curt attended Golden Valley, SBHS, SB Valley College, and earned a business degree at San Diego State.Curt was his happiest when performing on stage. He loved to sing and had an outstanding voice. He performed in many venues in San Bernardino, Los Angeles, and Las Vegas. He sang songs from a variety of genres. His favorite was Elvis. He performed "Blue Suede Shoes" at the Ollie Senior Talent Show. Another performer painted a pair of his shoes blue to wear for the performance. The crowd cheered enthusiastically and loved his singing and dancing.Curt was a retired elementary school teacher. He enjoyed kids and was known to be a good teacher. He later went back to subbing in several districts in the Inland Empire. Many kids knew him as "Mr. Big" 6'6" tall, size 16 shoes.Curt is survived by a younger sister. His services: Mark B. Shaw, Wednesday, Nov. 8, at 1:00 p.m. More information and tributes can be found on the mortuary website.