Cyril Patrick Curran passed away suddenly in Drumheller on September 25, 2017 at the age of 81 years. Cyril is lovingly remembered by his children Michele (John) Ricard, Brian Curran, Trish (Pat) Deagle and their children Jonathan, Jordan, Kevin, and Brad; Angela (Ron) Feledichuk and their children Paul (Kelly and daughter Emma), Daryn, Michael, Sarah, and Mark; Annalisa (Tim) Sherman and their children Christopher, Tessa, Meghan, Claire, and Brenna; Jane (Brent) Kopec and their children Alyssa and Kira; and many brothers and sisters both here and in Ireland. He was predeceased by the love of his life, his wife Joan.

Dad was a renaissance man who loved life, from car racing on the Amalfi coast, to steer wrestling at the Calgary Stampede, to flying a plane. He supplemented his life of adventure with reading, listening to opera, tennis, and playing golf. Dad was a visionary and man of action and never shied away from correcting a wrong.

He was born in Ireland and immigrated to Toronto, Canada with Joan, "The Bride". He worked at the Toronto Stockyards and then moved to CDM as a manager in Lethbridge. From there he co-owned Parsons & Curran and was involved in Red Deer Feedlot. He owned and operated Lacombe, Veteran, and Hanna auction marts.

When Joan became ill, they moved to Brooks and he changed his career as a financial advisor. With Joan's passing Dad became very interested in technology, specifically solar energy, which occupied much of his time in the last few years.

Dad never lived in the past and when challenges came he would just say "Next" and look on toward the future. He loved his children and his grandchildren with every bit of his heart. We all loved him so dearly. We are glad you and mom are together, again forever. You always said "It's hard to kill a bad thing". You, admittedly were never a saint, but obviously this quote didn't apply to you. Sláinte.

A Funeral Service will be held at St. Patrick's Parish, (1414 Shawnessy Blvd SW), on Friday, September 29, 2017 at 11:00 a.m.

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Published by The Times-Picayune on Sep. 26, 2017.

Memories and Condolences
for Cyril Curran

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13 Entries

Tim Albers

October 30, 2017

Sorry for your loss. He was a good friend.

Celeste Schrock

October 22, 2017

Dear Trish, Pat, Jonathan, Jordie, Kevin, and Brad -
I was saddened to hear of Cyril's passing. It was always a pleasure to chat with him after church or in the grocery store. Although I did not know him well, I did know he loved kids. He would always make a fuss of any kids he saw in church or in the neighbourhood (he lived a few doors up from my son's daytime). He kept me updated on the Deagle boys and was so proud of each of you. My sincere condolences.

Helen Leonhardt

October 6, 2017

for many years I enjoyed sitting next to Mr. Curran as we watched hockey games at the Drumheller arena. He was always an interesting man to chat with and I very much enjoyed our visits during the hockey game. My condolences to his family. Helen Leonhardt Drumheller

Dan Gorcak

October 6, 2017

Our sincere sympathy to the entire Curran family. We had the pleasure of knowing Cyril/Joan & their family during their time spent in Veteran. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all during this difficult time. God bless you all & give you strength
Dan & Joy GorcakVeteran Ab

Fred & Gerri Shadlock

October 5, 2017

To the Curran family,My. husband met Cyril at the Dragons games as they both sat up in the lounge area.Fred enjoyed his stories & he would relate them to me after the games.He was missed & we only learned today what had happened.So sorryHe was an iteresting man

Brenda Kruppi

October 5, 2017

I remember Cyril as a teenager when I spent lots of time at the Veteran Auction Mart and with his daugther, Angela. Cyril was always enlightening. He will be missed dearly.

Tunji (TJ) Bello

October 4, 2017

Cyril was a fine gentleman. I met him here in Drumheller a little over two years ago.
I only learned of his passing this morning when his son, Brian came in to inform me. May his soul RIP, amen.
I enjoyed a few Irish jokes with him......
My condolences to the whole family.
Had a memory of an elephant.

Linda Manwarren

October 3, 2017

My sympathies to you Michele and your whole family. I wish I had known, would have certainly been at mass.

Paula Kendrick

September 28, 2017

He was like a surrogate father to me and took me under his wing to teach me our business in the insurance field. I loved him unconditionally and looked forward to all our times together...except maybe golf. He made me laugh and cry with his story telling. I will miss my firey Irish friend so much. Rest in Peace Cyril! My prayers for all your amazing family in this sad time. He was too young to leave us. I know he will be rejoined with his wife Joan who he missed greatly.

Michelle Jaquish

September 27, 2017

I loved him and he will be dearly missed. How blessed we all were to have known him. Condolences to his family and all the lives he touched. RIP Cyril.

Dennis Seibel

September 27, 2017

So sorry. Just had a good visit with Cyril about a week ago. A dynamic person who lived such a full and interesting life. RIP

September 27, 2017

Our sincere sympathy to all your families . Had a enjoyable visit with Cyril, at our house about a year ago . David ,Gayle ,Mark Gorcak . Veteran,Ab.

Lynn McCartney

September 26, 2017

I am so sorry for your loss. Cyril and I had some great moments...sharing a cup of tea or a glass of wine...he was very special and will be missed. I am grateful I had the chance to know him.

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