Travis Fennell Curtis

Travis Fennell Curtis, born September 27, 1965, in Montgomery County, Maryland, passed away on January 17, 2026, at age 60. He departed peacefully in his hometown. He leaves a legacy of devotion to family, high standards in sports, and steady work in business.

Travis built his foundation at Winston Churchill High School in Potomac. Football fit him early. In the fall of 1983, he arrived at West Virginia University as a defensive back and earned Second Team All-Big East honors in 1984, 1985, and 1986. He competed hard and meant exactly what he said.

His college play opened the door to the NFL. Travis suited up for the St. Louis and Phoenix Cardinals, Washington Redskins, Minnesota Vikings, and the New York Jets. Fearless and respected, he loved the game.

After football, he built a business. As owner and operator of 40th Street Black Cartage, he set clear expectations, delivered for his customers, and kept his word.

Away from work, Travis loved the road, a good trip, a clean sketch, and time with family and friends, his people. A gifted artist, he infused his work with passion and conviction. Above all, he chose time with his children and grandchildren.

A proud member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., initiated through the Nu Zeta Chapter, he valued brotherhood and showed it in how he carried himself.

Travis was preceded in death by his father, Clarence Curtis Sr., and his brother, Marvin Curtis. He is survived by his mother, Carol Curtis; his daughter, Tyneisha Curtis; his sons, Quinton and Camiren Curtis; his sister, Tamra Henderson; and his brother, Clarence "Curt" Curtis. He also leaves his grandchildren, Isaiah, Jordyn, and Aniyah Randolph, along with a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Services to honor Travis Fennell Curtis will be announced at a later date. His family and friends hold his example close.