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John Thomas Curtis Sr.

John Curtis Obituary

CURTIS John Thomas Curtis, Sr., at his residence in River Ridge, LA, on Monday, May 30, 2005 at 6:45 PM. Beloved husband of Merle Phae Manguno Curtis. Father of J. T. Curtis, Jr., Leon Curtis, Debbie Curtis Eutsler, Kathy Curtis Rickner and Alicia Curtis Naccari. Brother of Ruth Curtis Barcelona, Harold Curtis and the late Preston Curtis. Son of the late Irene Cutrer and John Curtis. Also survived by 12 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Age 86 years. A native of New Orleans, LA and resident of River Ridge, LA for the past 24 years. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Service at Celebration Church, 2001 Airline Drive, Metairie, LA on Friday, June 3, 2005 at 12:00 noon. Followed by interment in Garden of Memories Cemetery, Metairie, LA. Visitation at Celebration Church after 9:00 AM until funeral time. NO VISITATION OR SERVICE AT THE FUNERAL HOME. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the John Thomas Curtis, Sr. Memorial Fund at John Curtis Christian School, 10125 Jefferson Highway, River Ridge, LA 70123. LAMANA-PANNO-FALLO Funeral Home in charge of arrangements. Sign On-Line Guest Book at www.legacy.com.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Jun. 1 to Jun. 2, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for John Curtis

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94 Entries

Charlotte Higginbottom

May 26, 2021

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Jennifer McQuillion

June 16, 2005

To the Entire Curtis Family,

With deepest sympathy to all of you. Mr. Curtis was a wonderful man. I am very thankful to all of you for many wonderful memories that I endured in my years there. I appreciate the support I received from all of you, especially Ms. Naccari. Ms. Naccari you are such a sweet person and I am so grateful for all you did for me. All of you have beautiful hearts and I am truly thankful that I was able to be a part of your school.

Sincerly,

Jennifer McQuillion

John G. Cagle (Class of '98)

June 16, 2005

One of my fondest memories of Mr. Curtis is of him showing me his art collection in his house. He loved art so much that he surrounded himself with beautiful pieces of art. Not only did he surround himself with art but also with the simple goal of educating children and young adults in a Christian environment. His legacy will live on through his family, and the school he created and maintained all these years.

Brant '88 ,Kelley '90 , Brant Micah, Brock & Brody Sloan

June 15, 2005

There is not enough space to say what Mr. Curtis and his family mean to my entire family. Thank you for such an incredible school. My husband and I met there and now our children attend there. John Curtis High School is a wonderful legacy of a wonderful man. Thank you for allowing us to part of such an incredible tradition. We will see you again with Jesus.

We Love you Mr C!!!!

Christie Schwartz- Arnoult

June 15, 2005

Dear Mrs. Curtis,

All of my prayers are for you and your children at this sad time.

I would like to take this opportunity to Thank you for my years at Curtis. I was not very studious and if it had not been for you and Mr. Curtis, I definately would not have become as successful as I am today.I wish I would have realized what a great gift you were giving me when I was there and could have been more appreciative.

I received guidance,discipline, academics,and love from you and Mr. Curtis and I am forever grateful and proud to have graduated from John Curtis in 1974.

Christie Schwartz

Megan Venture

June 11, 2005

Mr. Curtis... There are so many words to say about that man. As a student at John Curtis, like KF said when Mr.Curtis was around, we all knew to behave. It is sad that he isn't here physically;But we all know that He is watching over us. My sister graduated from Curtis and I will next year. If you've ever attended Curtis, you will always remember the Chapels. Whenever Mr. Curtis wanted to preach about something important,we'd have that 9:15 Chapel service and we would never know what to expect. Curtis is a unique school. Mr. Curtis treated each student as an individual, not just another number. At Curtis I have made amazing friends and have had some of the best people as guidences that a 17 year old girl can have. As JT and the grandchildren spoke and the slideshow of Mr. Curtis played at the funeral, there was a sadness but also a joy at the same time. Just to see a glimpse of his life and how he conducted himself and his family was an experience. When Coach Rob got up and spoke and then started to cry, it was heartfelt. Mr. Curtis is a man that is known obviously throughout the United States. For all the things that Mr. Curtis did, I wonder how many people he led to know Jesus and started people on the right track in life. That's what I call and Amazing Follower of Christ!To the Curtis Family, I hope that there is a peace and not so much sorrow. We all know that Mr.Curtis is still holding up his number ones and cheering his FIGHTING PATRIOTS on until the end!

Megan Venture, class of 2006

Beverly (Hopkins) Dupuy

June 10, 2005

To the Curtis and extended families:

I was saddened to hear of the death of Mr. Curtis. He was my principal at Mid City Baptist from 2nd-4th grade, and then I went on to John Curtis when it opened (5th grade) and graduated from JC in 1971.

I STILL remember a TALK Mr. Curtis gave to ALL the girls one day in the Cafateria. He told us that NO BOY would EVER love you like your father does, it was so good, and I think of that OFTEN now that my father is also in heaven.. Mr Curtis was a GREAT PERSON and he loved the Lord so much, it showed in ALL he did and said.

My sister and I have MANY other fond memories of our years at Mid CIty and John Curtis, and we are so thankful to have those in our lives.

May Gods COMFORT and ENCOURAGEMENT OVERTAKE YOU AT THIS TIME,

You are all in my prayers.

God Bless you all....

kim price

June 10, 2005

To the Curtis Family... we are so sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. Curtis. We also have fond memories of him when our children attended the school. We were just going thru old pictures and came across one of our son Mike dressed up for a play he was in at the school.

Just remember Mr. Curtis is in a better place.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

The Price Family,

David,Kim,Dave,Mike and Tara

Gwen Kaiser

June 9, 2005

My deepest sympathy to the Curtis Family. I have wonderful memories of Mr. Curtis and the years my children, Rusty and Stacy, attended.

Charlotte Higginbottom

June 8, 2005

My deepest sympathy and prayers are with you all during this sad time.

Lynette Michel

June 6, 2005

To the entire Curtis Family

The world is a better place because of Mr. Curtis, and me and my family pay tribute to a true patriot with a golden heart. He is gone but he will not be forgotten.The Michel's, Gasper, Lynette, Manuel and Michael.

JAYNE HUGHES

June 6, 2005

TO THE FAMILY OF MR.JOHN CURTIS;

BOY WHAT I COULD SAY, I KNOW HE GAVE ME THE BEST EXPERIENCE OF SHCOOL AS I HAVE GONE TO THE SHCOOL WAY BACK IN THE DAY, 1965 TO 1969. HE WILL BE DEEPLY MISSED, AND MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS WILL BE WITH YOUR FAMILY, I HAVE SO MANY WONDERFUL THOUGHTS AND STORIES OF MR CURTIS. SO IT REALLY MAKES IT A BLESSING TO HAVE ALL THE WONDERFUL MEMORIES THAT I HAVE AND STILL WILL ALWAYS BE VERY SPECIAL TO ME. IT WAS A BLESSING JUST TO OF KNOWN HIM. I COULD PROABLY WRITE A MINI SERIES ON THE MEMORIES AND THE MOST SPECIAL MOMENTS OF MY LIFE AT CUSTIS.SO THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR ALL OF THEM. GOD BLESS EVERYONE IN THE FAMILY. AND MRS. CUSTIS HE WILL BE DEEPLY MISSED.

Chelle' Falgout Maxwell

June 4, 2005

To all the Curtis Family, I am very sorry for your loss. He will be missed by all who were part of Curtis and the community of River Ridge.

Alicia Petitto

June 4, 2005

To the entire Curtis family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you all.... Robby - the video you made was an absolutely perfect memory of him and all of the values he stood for: first and foremost God, family, and friends, but also education, values, and brothership. My days began at Curtis when I was only 6 years old and continued until my graduation in 1997. Curtis was not only a school but it also became part of our family and for this I thank you. Mr. Curtis was loved by many and will be missed by all who knew him - he was the epitomy of a patriot. Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to be a part of the Curtis family.

With loving thoughts always,

Alicia Haven-Petitto and family

Class of 1997

SPC. LAWSON .A. GERARD AND THE SPINDEL FAMILY LAWSON- SPINDEL

June 4, 2005

MS, MERLE AND FAMILY,

OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY FOR THE LOSS OF A WONDERFUL LEADER. MAY HIS STRENGTH FOR GOD AND HIS GREATNESS CONTINUE TO LIVE IN ALL THE MEMORIES WHOSE LIVES HE HAS TOUCHED. GOD BLESS EACH AND EVERY ONE.

SPC.GERARD A. LAWSON

THE SPINDEL FAMILY

Jill Fisher

June 4, 2005

Dear Curtis Family,

I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Curtis was a special person and he will truly be missed.

I will always remember the phone call I made to Mr. Curtis the day my Dad died back in 1986. I asked him if he would perform the funeral and he immediately said yes and prayed with me. I will be eternally grateful to him for being there for my Mom and me at that sad time.

I spent all of my school days from 1st grade until 12th grade at John Curtis. I followed in the footsteps of my older brother Horace who also graduated from John Curtis many years before me. The one picture I have of my brother is of him receiving an award at his graduation with Mr. Curtis watching from his seat.

I wouldn't trade a minute of my time at John Curtis for anything. It's hard for me to imagine the school without Mr. Curtis. Although he will not be there in body, I know he will definitely be there in spirit. He is the ultimate Patriot.

I pray that we will all find comfort in the fact that Mr. Curtis is now home with the Lord.

Jill Lee Fisher, Class of 1985

Craig Mercer

June 4, 2005

I am sorry for your loss and extend to you my most sincere simpathy.

My the Lord Bless and Keep the entire Curtis family.

Craig Mercer & Family

Class of 1969.

william macquinn

June 3, 2005

TO THE CURTIS FAMILY,

I WAS ONLY ENROLLED IN CURTIS IN GRADE SCHOOL BUT THE CARING I GOT FROM MR. CURTIS I STILL REMEMBER TODAY. MY HEART GOES OUT TO YOU.

WILLIAM MACQUINN

LINDA FORDE MACQUINN(CLASS OF '76)

STEVEN LANDRY

June 3, 2005

TO MERLE AND THE ENTIRE CURTIS FAMILY MR. CURTIS WILL BE GREATLY MISSED. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY DURING THIS TIME OF LOSS. GOD BLESS!

Jennifer Spaid - Ruiz

June 3, 2005

I am a proud graduate of the class of 78 and just want to wish my sorrow for the family. God Bless Mr Curtis.

Always

Jennifer Spaid Ruiz

Laurie Adams

June 3, 2005

To the Curtis and Eustler Family:

Thank you for the opportunity to work at your school. It has been a wonderful experience both at the H.S. Campus and now at the L.S. Campus. I can't thank you enough for the experience I've had with the school and extended family since my son started there back in 2002. You opened your hearts to my family and I will be forever grateful. Mr. Curtis will be sadly missed. Mrs. Merle: My deepest sympathy for the loss of your husband, he was truly a terrific guy.

Love,

The Adams Family (Glenn, Laurie, Glenn, Steven & Lauren)

Frank & Karen Matise

June 3, 2005

To the entire Curtis Family,

Our deepest sympathy goes out to you in this time of sorrow. His legacy will live on in all of the students that pass through John Curtis Schools. Our boys already say that they miss him even though they've only met him a few times. We are glad that our boys are a part of his hard work and dedication. All our best to everyone.

Frank, Karen, Craig and Christopher Matise

Gregory Meyer

June 3, 2005

May all your student,s prosper from your knowledge,vision and faith God Bless. Kohoutek/Meyer Family

Regina Watkins

June 3, 2005

I am a proud Graduate of 2002 who appreciated the loving atmosphere that Mr.Curtis and his family gave off throughout the school. Mr. Curtis was a GREAT man who loved his students, family and friends. I will never forget how he used to tease me and my mom about being sisters and our "hair weaves". As words of encouragement to the family, KEEP YOR HEADS UP!!! you all know Mr. Curtis would not allow for his family and friends to walk around with their heads down.You all are strong people. I love you all and you will remain in my prayers.

Love Always

Regina Watkins & Family

Rgeina Watkins

June 3, 2005

I am a proud Class of 2002 graduate of John Curtis. And I must say that thru out my years at Curtis, Mr. Curtis was a very special man to all of his students and their family. For those who did not know him, Unfortunately missed out on getting to know a lovable person. He will be deeply missed by students, family, and friends. As words of ENCOURAGEMENT, KEEP YOUR HEAD UP ND HANG IN THERE!! You all know that Mr. Curtis would do the same thing.

Love Always

Regina Watkins and Family

Tiffany Pinney

June 3, 2005

To all the Curtis family,

Even though I left Curtis to go to LSMSA in 11th grade I will always remember Mr. Curtis with fond memories. His passing has surely left a gap on this Earth but I am sure his spirit has filled Heaven in all its glory. God Bless all of you.

Malcolm Orgeron

June 3, 2005

To the Curtis Family,

My family's deepest thoughts are with you and your family has you have to go thru this time. He has inspired me as did the rest of the Curtis family to open my own Christian School here in Lafayette. He will be greatly missed not only a pastor, prinicple, school owner, father but as a great man. We all know he is in a better place looking down over us. If anything is needed please get in touch with me. From the Orgeron Family.

Malcolm Orgeron Class of 95 & Jodie Orgeron

Owners of Southside Christian Academy

Kelvin , Mary Bush

June 3, 2005

To Mrs. Merle and the entire Curtis family our sympathy, prayers are with you. We will alway remember Mr. Curtis telling Kris and Kirk be good and stay on the right pasth. We thanks him for being part of the Bush family life.

John and Ginger (Engeran) Delvisco

June 3, 2005

To the Crutis family we are sorry for your loss. The saddest part is the future students will never know just how great a man Mr. Curtis really was. The extended Curtis Family of past, present and future students have lost a good hearted person, he will be missed.

Class of 85

Edna Russell

June 3, 2005

We extend our heartfelt sympathy at the loss of your loved one. Just to let you know that others feel your pain and pray that God will comfort you in your time of sadness. The John Curtis Christian legacy will continue and remains in good hands with the family to carry on. Remember that even though Mr. Curtis is not here, he will always be with you in spirit as your special "Guardian Angel'. May God bless and keep you.

The Russell Family

Vernon,Jr.,Edna and Vernon,Sr.

Edna Russell, Jr.

June 3, 2005

Patricia Ponsaa Barras

June 3, 2005

Curtis Family

My deepest sympathy at the time of this great loss. I was a student of John Curtis Christian School and the third graduating class. I remember when the school opened in New Orleans on Carrollton Ave and Apple St. I have many fond memories of the school and the Curtis family. Mr. Curtis will be sadly missed by the many people whose life he touched. May God bless all of you.

Patricia Ponsaa Barras Class of 65

Monique Dupard-Dayries

June 2, 2005

To the entire Curtis family and the school staff, you have lost a true man of God and our sympathy goes out to you. I can still remember the first time I met Mr. Curtis, (Big John), as many of the students refered to him. He was a man with a strong presence and the wonderful ability to surround himself with truly wonderful people. I can only say now to the Curtis family, what I have said to Mr. Curtis before, thank you. The life he lead was truly a blessing to all that new him. And to Mrs. Merle, Mr. Harry and all of the children and family, I say, we love you all and our prayers are with you always.

The Dupard Family

Sherie Dry Gerdes

June 2, 2005

To the Curtis family-

My thoughts and prayers are with you at time time. Just remember the good times. He will be greatly missed by those who knew him.

Sherie Dry Gerdes ('96)

Jody Tate

June 2, 2005

It is truly a great lost for such a fine person he was. He will be missed by all who knew him. class of 84

Lena, Don & Victoria Wimprine

June 2, 2005

My daughter(Victoria) just started at John Curtis this school (2004-05). I never got the pleasure of meeting Mr. Curtis or his wife Mrs. Merle. I have met most of their children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren. If Mr. Curtis is anything like them then he left and went to heaven a very proud and wonderful man. Him and his wife's raising of their children shows what wonderful people he was and his wife is. They are loving and wonderful people and they have made my daughter as well as my husband and I feel like we are apart of the John Curtis Family. The legacy will be carried on through his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. His departure to heaven is with a big smile on his face and his head up high. His job not only as a pastor, but as a Father was a fulfilled one JUST LOOK AT ALL OF HIS CHILDREN.....WHAT WONDERFUL PEOPLE THEY ALL ARE....WE LOVE YOU ALL AND OUR PRAYERS AND SYMPATHY ARE WIth YOU AS ALWAYS.

JOY (SAWYER) K. PRAY

June 2, 2005

MY HEART GOES OUT TO THE CURTIS FAMILY IN THE LOSS OF THEIR FATHER. I WENT TO L.C. WITH J.T. AND HIS WIFE AND I TAUGHT AT CURTIS 76-77 AND LOVED THE FRIENDS I MADE AND STILL HAVE THAT I MET AT CURTIS. IT WAS A WONDERFUL YEAR EVEN THO' IT WAS THE YR OF THE FIRE. I LOVED THE PEOPLE AT CURTIS. I CAN REMEMBER WHAT A HARD WORKER, GOOD TEACHER AND DEDICATED CHRISTIAN MRS. CURTIS WAS. A TRUE GEM. I WILL ALWAYS CHERISH THE MEMORIES AT CURTIS. GOD BE WITH YOU ALL....JOY

Michael Sciavicco

June 2, 2005

Uncle Johnny,

I'll never forget the man who gave me the opportunity to experience a wonderful education throughout High School and Junior College. When I met you in the summer of 1964 you offered me the opportunity to come to your school and it changed my life forever!

I will always remember the great times and laughs that we shared together.

Some of my fondest memories, were when you brought me with your sons to the Monday night fights at the auditorium, when you recruited me to work on the church and school, and our infamous trip to Ferriday, La, for the girls track meet. That experience still gives Charlie Cashio and I a good laugh.

Uncle Johnny, thanks for the memories.

As a young boy from Kenner with a single mom, you and Aunt Merle were a tremendous influence on my life.

Michael Sciavicco

To Mrs. Curtis and the Curtis Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Mr. Curtis will always hold a special place in our thoughts. We are eternally greatful for knowing him.

Sincerely,

The Sciavicco's

Michael, Sharon, Michelle, and Mikie

Keith Haydel Jr.

June 2, 2005

To Coach J.T. Curtis Jr. and Family,

May God feel you all with great joy to have had so many years with your love one. My family prays are with your family. May God forever bless the Curtis Family.

Sincerly Yours,

Keith Haydel Jr. #11

( La. Allstar Team 2004}

and fAMILY

Lloyd and Anita Jefferson

June 2, 2005

Dear Mrs. Curtis,

Our hearts are broken at your tremendous loss. But surely there is much rejoicing in Heaven today.

"Blessed is the man who grows old with the bride of his youth." Bro. Curtis was truly blessed. I have witnessed your love shining brightly for him over the past 48 years that we have known you. We thank you for all the love, understanding, and compassion you both have shown us over these many years. And we ask God to bless you and confort you and your family as you continue the work started by your "Johnny".

Love Always,

L.J. & Anita Jefferson & Family

Mr. & Mrs. Gary J. Borne

June 2, 2005

We thank the Curtis family for their efforts in providing a school the caliber of John T. Curtis. Our daughter and son are graduates of Curtis and we thank God daily for their education and training they received as students of this fine institution. May God bless Mr. Curtis for his years of faithful service to our community. He will be missed by all.

Darrell Dougall

June 2, 2005

I was greatly saddened to learn of the passing of Rev. John Curtis, Sr. a great man. Although I only attended John Curtis school for 2 years, I have fond memories of the Curtis family and how dedicated they were in educating fine Christian young people. I found Mr. Curtis to be a spirited, convicted man of faith who willingly shared with his students. At John Curtis School, we were taught more than just reading, writing and arithmatic, we were taught life lessons.

Rev. Curtis counseled his students about the need to have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ and how integral it is in making our lives whole. Mr. Curtis not only talked the talk of a Christian (giving the school body sermons in the gym, stopping in the halls, popping into classrooms and in bible classes)but he led by example. He walked the walk of a Christian daily. Mr. Curtis was a great educator and man of faith who touched the lives of many students and parents alike through the years. I just know that he is dancing with the angels in heaven, pain free with that big smile giving his famous victory sign. My heart goes out to Mrs Merle Curtis, JT, Leon, Alicia, Debbie and the entire the family. He will be missed but the impact of his presence here will go on for many many years. God bless.

Jeff and Regina Guillory

June 2, 2005

Our deepest sympathies and prayers are with the entire Curtis family in your loss. We were students at the school(Jeff, class of 1986 and Regina, class of 1988) and were honored to have know Mr. Curtis and the entire family. He was a great person and will be missed dearly. With love from The Guillory Family

Beth Falgout

June 2, 2005

Ms. Merle and family, Just know that deepest sympathies go to you on behalf of myself, Chelle' Falgout Maxwell and friends from Elmwood Fitness Center.

Shirley Miller Watts

June 2, 2005

I am forever grateful to be able to say that I am a friend of the Curtis family, that I was a student at JCCS, and that I have had the privilege of teaching seventh and eighth grade at JCCS this past year. What an honor it has been to know Mr. Curtis when he was my principal in the 1960's and to work for him while he was headmaster of the school.

Mr. Curtis touched me and I am greatly blessed by having known him.

Love to the whole Curtis family,

Shirley Miller Watts

Debbie Temes Robichaux

June 2, 2005

To the Curtis Family,

Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time. My years at John Curtis will remain with me always and knowing all of you has made a inpact on my life. Mr. Curtis was a wonderful human being and will be missed dearly.

Debbie Temes Robichaux (class of 1987)

Mark Drake

June 2, 2005

Mr. Curtis had a huge impact on many people. The School was an extension of the man. Some of the most memorable times of my life was in school at John Curtis (1979-84). The direct and indirect influences that Mr. Curtis had on the students, made them into the successful people that they are today. I don’t believe that one man could have touched so many live in a positive way as he did. I am very fortunate to know him and the Curtis family. I feel bad for the generation that will never know the man that started John Curtis Christian School but I know that his legacy will live on.

Love,

Mark Drake and Family

Gene & Mary Alice Thompson

June 2, 2005

Dear Curtis Family,

God was a very important part of John's life, and through John, God blessed many lives, including ours. God's gain is our loss. John will be missed by many.

S.L.Gene & Mary Alice Thompson

Al Banegas, Sr. & Family

June 2, 2005

We share with all of you the sorrow of losing Mr. Curtis. However, we know that he shall live in the memories of all those whose life he touched. We always admired him and looked up to him as a father figure. May God comfort you all in this sad time.

John Theriot (85')

June 2, 2005

To the entire Curtis family:

I want to express how much Mr.Curtis will be missed by the Theriot family, as well as by many others. Mr.Curtis showed my family much love and passion from the time we entered into his school. He was there to lend a ear when my mother passed away, and even preached at the funeral. He was also there for my family when my brother passed, and let us know everything would be ok for my nephew attending school at John Curtis. I remember going to work on his house in New Orleans, and how he would share stories of the house, and we would just listen for hours. I know that he has planted very good seeds in his family, and what he has taught them will be passed down for generations to come. God Bless you all.

TONY PIAZZA

June 2, 2005

John will be greatly missed by all those whose lives he touched.

Anthony Piazza Sr., Suzie, Julie, Jennifer and Tony, Jr.

Jeff Tamplain Class of 1990

June 2, 2005

My thoughts and prayers are with the Curtis family in this time of sadness. I feel honored to have known Mr. Curtis. I cherish the memories of him and my time at Curtis. He always treated each student as part of the family. He will be deeply missed.

Ruth & Bill Beron

June 2, 2005

To J.T. and family,

The death of Mr. Curtis marks the end of an era. The legacy he leaves behind was built on his strong Christian values and the desire to be the best at whatever challenges came his way. It is heartwarming to read some of the notes from former students and parents who were touched by your father. Your family is blessed to have had the guidance and love of such a dedicated and honorable man.

God bless you all.

michelle SOULE'

June 2, 2005

I WOULD LIKE TO GIVE MY SINCERE SYMPATHY TO THE WHOLE FAMILY THANK YOU SINCERELY MICHAEL G. SOULE ELENORA M SOULE AND FAMILY

Jeanne Jordano

June 2, 2005

Dear Curtis Family,

I mourn with you the physical loss of Mr. Curtis but I know he'll be here with us spiritually always. He has always given of himself, his time, his money and his love to so many people. His school has helped many young people get on the right path for their life. He always was a wonderful example of a Christian and he truly was a one of a kind man. I am so blessed that my family and I have had the opportunity to know and experiance this man and his family. I'll miss seeing him at school and the football games but I have no doubt he'll be there!

May God comfort, love and give you strength.

Mother of a 1987 Curtis Graduate, a Curtis Second Grade Grandson and a PATRIOT Fan!

Harold Mire, Jr

June 2, 2005

To the Curtis family:

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Class of 74

Jimmy Digby

June 2, 2005

My deepest sympathy to the family of Mr. Curtis. He will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved him.

Jimmy Digby (Class 0f 1966)

Bruce Dupry

June 2, 2005

Mr. Curtis was a great influence in my life. To him I will be forever be thankful. My sympathy is extended to all those who knew and loved him.

Bruce Dupry (class of 1967)

J.R. Barrett

June 2, 2005

I went to John Curtis Christian School from 1rst - 12th grade (87'-98')and I remember many things about Mr. Curtis. I remember him always making me smile or laugh as he walked those hallways. I remember his random interuptions at times into any given classroom and telling us old stories that would make us all laugh. I remember sitting in that hot gymnasium listening to all of his long sermons, which now I look back on and cherish. But above all the memories, there is one that I will cherish forever. It meant so much to me personally and I thank Mr. Curtis and Mrs. Merle for doing this, and that was when they had the entire senior class over for dinner at their house. I know they did this every year and that it was sort of a Curtis tradition, but to me, it was very personal and it made my John Curtis Christian School experience ... well ... complete. I cherish the days I was there, and I thank the Curtis family for all of the memories. My prayers and thoughts go out to all of you with love.

Jimmy Digby

June 2, 2005

My deepest sympathy to the family of Mr. Curtis. He will greatly missed by those who knew and loved him.

Jimmy Digby (Class 0f 1966)

Gail Austin

June 2, 2005

Mr. Curtis touched the lives of many people. Because of his Christiian attitude he has led many others to Christ. He will be greatly missed. My sincere sympathy goes to all who knew and loved him.

Gail Austin

Jaysen Chambers

June 2, 2005

Thank you for being a great inspiration to me.

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Curtis family.

Elaine Castelin

June 2, 2005

Dear Curtis Family, Mr. Curtis will always remain in my heart. He was a very special man who was kind and giving to all who needed help and hope.HE WILL ALWAYS BE MISSED, AND NEVER FORGOTTEN.

Chris and Lori Graff

June 2, 2005

May God Bless the entire Curtis family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. He will be missed dearly.

Cathy April Gueydan

June 2, 2005

To the Curtis',

Thank You for the years of your lives you have given to children. My prayers are with your family at this time. May we all rest knowing Mr.Curtis is finally home.

In Christ,

Randy, Rebecca, Cameron, and Collin Becnel

June 2, 2005

To Mrs. Curtis and family,

Our prayers are with all of you at this time of rememberance and celebration of a wonderful man's life as was Mr. Curtis'. He has touched so many lives and inspired so many people over the years.

May God comfort all of you in this time of need.

Etta Ordeneaux Luminais

June 2, 2005

Your saddness is felt by so many of us. Mr Curtis touched the lives of many students from St.James Parish. We are thankful, grateful,and proud to have part of Mr Curtis' world.

Class of 1973

ROBERT WARD

June 2, 2005

TO THE ENTIRE CURTIS FAMILY. I AND MY FAMILY FEEL FOR YOUR LOSS. MR CURTIS WAS A GREAT MAN AND HUMANITARIAN. HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED BY ALL WHO KNEW HIM. MY LIFE HAS BEEN BLESSED BY KNOWING HIM. ALL OF MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY.

GOD BLESS

ROBERT WARD

AND FAMILY

Ray,Darlene and Jacob Bianchini

June 1, 2005

To the Curtis family, our deepest

sympathy and prayers are with you

during this time of your lost. Mr. Curtis was a fine example of what a Christain man should be.We feel honored to have known him.

Jesus said unto him,I am the way, the truth,and the life; no man cometh unto the Father,but by me.

John 14:6

David Donaldson

June 1, 2005

My condolences to the family. Though, perhaps, be I not well remembered, all of you are fondly remembered as though it were but yesterday.

David Donaldson Class of 72

Brenda Roddy

June 1, 2005

Mrs. Curtis and family,

I will never forget what a wonderful experience it was for me to spend five years at your school. From the very first day to the last day I enjoyed every moment. Mr. Curtis was a great and caring person. To this day I still follow all of the Curtis news. It makes me proud to say I was in the class of 1968. Each of you will be in my prayers. You were blessed to have had Mr. Curtis in your lives.

Brenda Watters Roddy

kerri mocklin

June 1, 2005

to mrs. curtis and the curtis family sorry to hear of the lost of mr. curtis he will be missed by all that knew him and loved him. just remember the good times you had i know i will remember the bible classes he taught. If you need anything just ask i will help you out.

kerri mocklin class of 1994

June 1, 2005

Mr. Curtis was a great man; he loved every one of his students good or bad. He never would judge a person, he was a great guy. I have been attending Curtis since the 7th grade, I love it there, and they make you feel like a part of their family... it’s a great place to be.

Ever since I have been there it has changed my life. Although Mr. Curtis wasn't at the school much you knew when he was there. Every one would freak and be like be good Mr. Curtis is here and we knew to be on our best behavior. He was a well respected man. But now going into my senior year of high school under a new headmaster I’m not sure what to expect. Things will be different.

I know that the week prior to Mr. Curtis’s death I along with many more students was very upset when someone would talk about him I would be almost in tears. Although I knew he would be much better off it was the thought of him not being around that killed me. And at the senior graduation when J.T. stood their and sad it wasn’t his place, to be standing there it was Mr. Curtis’s I just couldn’t stop, it was tear after tear.

I’m going to miss seeing him around. I know lots of people will he was a GREAT man. But for those of you who know Mr. Curtis he had a great heart, he was a wonderful man, and he always did everything he could to help someone out. Being the great man that he was it not hard to judge where he will end up! And even thought he isn’t here with us physically we all know that he is here with us spiritually!

In Loving Memory of a GREAT MAN!

I will miss him dearly and I wasn't even one of the many who where so close to him.

KF

Dan & Tina Paradela

June 1, 2005

Mrs. Curtis and Family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Mr. Curtis seems to have been a man of tremendous faith for which he can only be admired. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Jessica Desselle-Chauvin

June 1, 2005

My prayers go out to the entire Curtis family, he will be missed.

Danell & John Barrett

June 1, 2005

To the family of Mr. Curtis:

Our prayers are for your family at this time, only time heals the pain. God Bless!

DONALDSONVILLE HIGH SCHOOL

June 1, 2005

OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE CURTIS FAMILY AT THIS TIME.

TERRY ALARIO

June 1, 2005

THE ALARIO FAMILY WILL NEVER FORGET HOW MR CURTIS ACCEPTED US INTO HIS SCHOOL AND MADE US FEEL SO PROUD. WE SHALL FOREVER BE INDEBTED TO THE MAN WHO HELPED MAKE OUR SON A GOOD PERSON.

Amy Mayeur Glass

June 1, 2005

I am so sorry to hear of such a great loss to the whole Curtis Family. He was truely a great man. I will keep you all in my prayers.

Jerry Lande

June 1, 2005

Jerry Lande

ronald and betty schmitt

June 1, 2005

What A great man Mr. curtis was he will be sadly missed by the entire Schmitt family. Our prayers will be with Him and His entire family.

Paul and Brenda Pounds

June 1, 2005

We just wanted you to know that we are thinking about you and praying for you at this time. We plan to be there on Friday. Love, Paul and Brenda

Joe & Janice Chambers

June 1, 2005

To Mrs. Merle Curtis

& the entire Curtis Family:

To paraphrase Jaysen's prayer when we visited Mr. Curtis on Saturday afternoon:

"The light of God now surrounds Rev. Curtis. The love of God now enfolds Rev. Curtis. The power of God now protects Rev. Curtis. The presence of God watches over Rev. Curtis. The Son of God has restored Rev. Curtis. The Spirit of God now contintinues to dwell within Rev. Curtis... And all is well. Amen.

Our thoughts and prayers and prayers are with you during this difficult yet glorious time.

With love, from Joe & Janice Chambers, son Jaysen (Class of 1987) and wife Sandy,

and grandchildren Joshua Adam and Andrew Joseph.

KATIE & WILLIAM ANDERSON

June 1, 2005

MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS BRO JOHN'S FAMILY.

Linda Crane

June 1, 2005

My most heartful condolences for the entire family. He was such a rock and pillar that we all respected and thought so highly of. I will always remember his regal stride and joy on the sidelines at the football games. He will be greatly missed, by so many!

with kindest regards,

Linda Crane (Carrah & Cliff's Mom)

Tammy Mollere

June 1, 2005

We are so very sorry for the family's loss. Mr. Curtis was a great man and even a great school leader. He will be missed by all.

Our loss is Heaven's gain.

Love,

Tammy, Christopher and

Christina Mollere

patricia majesty/crawford

June 1, 2005

mrs. curtis and family. I was so sorry to hear about your loss. my prayers go out to you and your family. May GOD bless you and yours and give you comfort and courage to carry you through this difficult time. sincerely, patricia majesty crawford.

Lauren LeCron

June 1, 2005

To Mr. Curtis' family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. Mr. Curtis was a geniune Christian man. He gave my little brother the chance of a lifetime by inviting him into his school even though Ryan had special needs. I know that he is in heaven watching over us all. He is a true guardian angel who will watch over all his past, present, and future students.

Carol April Briggs

June 1, 2005

My condolences to Mrs. Curtis and family. I received the letter about Mr. Curtis' illness just a few days ago.

To Mrs. Curtis,

Thank you and Mr. Curtis for giving me a wonderful school experience in a warm and inviting atmosphere. After spending 24 years working with children, I know how difficult it has become to make each of them feel special. Both of you had a way of doing that for all of us. You will not know the effects of your lifetime work that has touched so many while in this world, but the rewards will be great. I can only hope that all the work that I have accomplished can be as rewarding to others. You are a hard team to follow but set great examples.

Christ be with you and pour his blessing onto you,

Carol April Briggs

Archie Berger Jr.

June 1, 2005

CLASS OF '75

Rita Perrin Moore

June 1, 2005

What fond memories I have of Big John. I send my sympathy to the Curtis family. What a wonderful and loving family you all were. You taught me more than you ever knew. I'm so sorry for you loss of such a wonderful father and husband and a great man.

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