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Born August 13, 1969, in Burlington, IA, he was the son of Charles E. Marsh Jr. and Jacquelyn Lee Kersh.
He graduated in 1987 from Burlington High School then attended Bill Hill's Beauty School, graduating in 1990. He also attended Evercrest College in Oakland where he received his medical assistant certification.
Curtis was a cosmetologist and worked for various beauty shops in the Oakland and Bay areas. He also worked part-time at Whole Foods.
Curtis was a member of Olivet Oakland Church. He loved to sing and sang in the church choir. He loved to perform in drag shows and had a larger than life personality. His friends thought of Curtis as a brother and their kids called him "uncle". One of his nephews fondly called him "uncle tough guy". He was a natural team leader, loved to party and enjoyed cooking. He was a talented stylist and loved to cut and style hair. He would have appointments lined up whenever he returned to Burlington because everyone wanted him to do their hair. He liked going to Casa Fiesta in Burlington with friends whenever he was in town. He loved Sterzings and would buy many bags to be shipped to his home in California. He loved to travel. He adored his family, especially his mother. He referred to her as "the" mother because she was everything to him.
Survivors include his mother and step-father, Jacquelyn Lee (Jerry) Williams of Burlington; brother, Jerrius Williams of Burlington; two sisters, Brandi Johnson of Des Moines and Summer Williams of Jacksonville, FL; cousin, J'Cobi Ashby of Burlington, who was more like a sister; four half-brothers, Charles Buriel, Charles Winston, Antonio Brown and Isaiah Marsh all of Michigan; one half-sister, Lavonda Brown of Michigan; several step-brothers and sisters; grandmother, Rosetta Marsh; his aunts and uncle and cousins; and a host of friends.
Besides his father, he was preceded in death by his paternal grandparents, maternal grandparents and several aunts and uncles.
Visitation will be from 12:00 PM until 5:00 PM Wednesday, March 29, 2023 at Prugh Funeral Service, 3940 Division Street.
Visitation with family present will be 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Thursday, March 30, 2023 at Bethany Lutheran Church.
The funeral service for Mr. Marsh will be 11:00 AM Thursday, March 30, 2023, at Bethany Lutheran Church with Pastor Marcus Timmons officiating. Burial will be in Aspen Grove Cemetery. A time of food and fellowship will be held at Bethany Lutheran Church following the burial.
In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established. Memorial donations can be mailed to: Curtis Marsh memorial, c/o Prugh Funeral Service, 3940 Division Street, Burlington, IA 52601
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Judith G.
May 21, 2023
I´m so sorry to just learn about Curtis. He did my hair for years and two of my friends´. We loved him and are so sad. I watched the beautiful funeral service.
I just donated in his memory to the LGBT program at Covenant House in Oakland to help teens and young adults.
Condolences to his family and everyone missing him.
Jackie Williams
April 2, 2023
Thank you all for your kind words and thoughts about Curtis. He may be gone but his memory will live forever in us.
Brittney Mestre
March 30, 2023
Curtis you brought us so much joy. Your magnetic energy and positivity will greatly be missed. My deepest condolences to your family. I will never forget you.
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Katril Jones
March 27, 2023
Curtis, you will be truly missed by my son and I. I have known you for over twenty-three years. Every three weeks when I sat in your chair for a cut and color, we would laughed the whole time while you did your magic on my hair. Your loving memory will always be carried in our hearts. My God bless your family in their time of sorrow.
Antonio Brown
March 23, 2023
To my dearest brother Curtis you will truly be missed from your brothers and sister and family here In Michigan ,We will miss the fun times and laughter we all shared and the joy it was to have shared with you. Soar in paradise my brother for the lord shall open the gates to let one of his angels fly in.
Christopher Barker
March 22, 2023
Curtis, I am overcome with sorrow upon hearing of your passing. I have known you for the past 22 years. Every month when you came by to cut my hair we laughed and joked and that's how I will remember you forever. You will be missed. Rest in heaven and I know our paths will cross again my friend.
Jimmy H.
March 21, 2023
Curtis, you have no idea how many lives you´ve touched. I´ll forever remember the advice and guidance you gave me in my time of struggle. You will be missed, my friend.
Erica Marsh-Abrams
March 19, 2023
Cousin Curtis will always be remembered for his charismatic approach to life. I will remember him most for creating the life that complimented his endeavors. Small town city guy that brought class and style to Oakland! Thank you for being so funny, upfront and honest, loving and courageous! I will forever, as I have always, embraced the times we spent laughing, talking and partying all night. Thank you for being You. We love you and will forever cherish our memories of You Cousin Curtis
Tracy G.
March 18, 2023
I don´t remember a time when I´d seen Cutis without a smile on his face. Curtis was a joy to talk with and always made you laugh. His light l, kindness, and laughter will be missed.
Kendra James
March 18, 2023
Curtis was such a gem! He will be sorely missed. We will NEVER forget him
Jowhrah brown
March 18, 2023
Curtis I´m going to miss you so much I´m so happy that I was able to have you in my life you were such an amazing person a beautiful soul the definition of never met a stranger Skylar talks about you all the time she said she misses you, but she loves that you´re still here with us she could feel it. I´m gonna miss our concert in my kitchen dancing with you, my mom and my sister´s or Wednesday rights to San Leandro shop or phone calls a Conversations thank you for everything I tried my best to push through each day because I know you want me to stay strong and not cry for you. I love you forever until we meet again always jojo
Jowharah brown
March 18, 2023
Curtis I´m going to miss you so much I´m so happy that I was able to have you in my life you were such an amazing person a beautiful soul the definition of never met a stranger Skylar talks about you all the time she said she misses you, but she loves that you´re still here with us she could feel it. I´m gonna miss our concert in my kitchen dancing with you, my mom and my sister´s or Wednesday rights to San Leandro shop or phone calls a Conversations thank you for everything I tried my best to push through each day because I know you want me to stay strong and not cry for you. I love you forever until we meet again always jojo
Ralph Trujillo
March 15, 2023
Rip Curtis Gone too soon but not forgotten. My Condolences and sympathy to the family in this difficult time
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March 15, 2023
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. Thank you for 27 years of friendship. -Nathan.
Don T.
March 14, 2023
So "SAD to hear that a member of our Gay community is Gone! May GOD above wrap his arms of LOVE around ALL of Curtis' Family Friends and those who knew him at this most difficult time in their lives!" R.I.P. Curtis Marsh.
Betty Spillman
March 14, 2023
A shining star has gone back to the heavens. My deepest sympathy to all who loved Curtis, or were touched by his spirit.
Fu Man Chu
March 13, 2023
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Claudia Ward
March 13, 2023
My wonderful, wonderful sweet Godson.
Curtis is now a happy, healthy, stress free place.
God has taken his Angel home and he isn´t gone because he is living in all of our hearts
Anthony White
March 13, 2023
Curtis your kindness towards others will not be forgotten. You, my friend have felt a footprint in this earth.
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Mary Recendez
March 13, 2023
You made travel to Barcelona, Spain and celebrating our birthdays unforgettable. Forever in our hearts. I will miss you dearly my friend.
Matthew
March 13, 2023
Curtis you are missed. Your gone way to soon but I know your in a better place. Till we meet again RIH my friend
Anthony White
March 13, 2023
Curtis you will forever hold a special place in my heart. I sit with soooo many questions around your transition - My faith tells me Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal, I'm heartbroken & waiting for this sorrow to cease. (((Hugs))) my friend.
Mary
March 12, 2023
Curtis touched so many people and will be missed dearly. He will will always have a special place in my heart and forever be remembered for the loving, caring, generous and selfless man he was to me.
Lola
March 12, 2023
Curtis was my neighbor and friend for many years. He was such an amazing person. Loving, friendly, helpful, and talented. He was an excellent hair stylist and cook, and always helped to calm down the dramatic moments next door. It's awful he left the world in the way he did, my condolences to his family. He loved you very much.
Lisa
March 12, 2023
Rest well Curtis, you will be forever missed
Maurice
March 11, 2023
Curtis was a cool guy I´ll never forget the fun times we had at Dee Dee´s house, love Maurice, rest in paradise. Call me dd 7834584
Sam and Sara Kersh
March 10, 2023
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Crystal Carr
March 10, 2023
Past forever I will love you sunshine
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