Curtis J. Relyea Sr.

Curtis J. Relyea Sr. obituary, Mexico, NY

Curtis J. Relyea Sr.

Curtis Relyea Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Harter Funeral Home Inc - Mexico on Feb. 16, 2026.
In Loving Memory

Curtis J. Relyea Sr.

December 15, 1960 - February 15, 2026

Curtis John Relyea, 65, of Mexico passed away at home surrounded by loved ones on February 15, 2026. Curtis was born on December 15,1960 in Wilkes-Barre, PA to Martha and Norman Relyea. Curtis was a family man and would do anything for anyone he cared about.

He was predeceased by his father Norman Relyea, his daughter Christi-Ann Relyea, and his mother Martha Relyea.

Curtis is survived by the love of his life Karen Ladd. His children Susan Ladd, Curtis Relyea (Samantha), Karen Bertrand (Jason), Jan Ladd, Kaylee Relyea, Conan Relyea (Mindy), 28 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. As well as his sister Billy-Jo Relyea (Dave) and many nieces and nephews.

He will be forever loved and missed by many family and friends. His family will be holding a celebration of life gathering at a later date.

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