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John Curley Obituary
Born: Feb. 12, 1952
Died: Sept. 18, 2014
John Patrick Curley III., 62, of Pingree Grove went to be with our Lord on September 18, 2014 .
John was born February 12, 1952, in Milford, Massachusetts the son of John and Ann Curley. On September 8, 1978, he married Phyllis Brunelle.
He is survived by his wife, Phyllis; his daughter, Heather (Matt); and his granddaughter, MaryKate, whom he loved very much. He is also survived by sisters, Sally Ann Curley and Mary Lynn Evers (Russell); as well as many nieces and nephews.
John was an avid golfer, accordion player and worked hard as a Business Development Manager in the automotive industry for many years.
Visitation will be on Friday, September 26th from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at DeFiore Jorgensen Funeral Home-10763 Dundee Road, Huntley. Visitation will also be at St. Mary Catholic Church-10307 Dundee Road, Huntley, from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 27, 2014, followed by a funeral Mass at 10:00 a.m.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to the Special Olympics or Grafton Food Pantry.
For further information please call the funeral home at 847-515-8772 or on-line condolences may be directed to www.defiorejorgensen.com
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JIM CLOSE
September 16, 2020
I still miss John, his smile, his musical talent and our chats!
September 28, 2014
Dear Phyllis, Heather and husband please know your in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time John was a great man he reminded me of my brother Larry !!!! Just a great kind person!! May God bring comfort to you're family Love Cousin Elaine and Carlette
September 27, 2014
My sympathy, thoughts and prayers are with all of Johns family and friends as today is a most difficult time. Keep all of his memories (and there are so many) in your hearts as his love for you was so precious to him. You were his world and he will always be the
Angel that he is to watch over you. Always & forever.
Love, Stephanie Tocchi
September 25, 2014
when I was a small boy I always look forward to seeing Phyllis and John on holiday, and for many years I wonder what happen into the day I saw you again which brought joy. I know you are love and will be miss, but never forgotten; bless are those who come into the house of God for they will see his glory. And happy are those who one day will go to the house of God.
may God bless you and keep you into that when we will all come together again.
September 25, 2014
My sympathy on your loss. John was a great guy and friend, I loved to hear him play the accordion. I will remember him always.
Rest in peace,
Rosemary Lake Olson
Claudia Antolini
September 24, 2014
Johnny and I had many laughs with our friends in high school. I always admired his love of family. I am so sorry for your loss. Always cherish your memories. My thoughts are with you all. Love Claudia
Kathleen Butler Longano
September 24, 2014
I loved John dearly...He was always smiling and always cracked a joke in high school. He was a dear dear friend. I am so sorry for your loss Phyllis and Heather and Matt and Mary Kate who loved her Grampa so much!! Rest in peace, Johnny...
Love, Kathy Butler Longano and Family...Victoria, AUSTRALIA
Linda & Ray Bousquet
September 24, 2014
We will miss his smiling face and friendship. So saddened by the loss.
Jim & Cathi Close
September 24, 2014
To Phyllis, Heather and all the families, we offer our sincerest and heartfelt condolences for the loss of John. Stunned, shocked and shaken by the news of John's passing does not adequately describe our feelings! John was a good friend of mine and I will dearly miss our periodic phone chats. I had just spoken with him reminiscing about our walks around Captain's Village with his dog, Annie, and my dog, Yankee. Sports, politics and finance were but a few of the topics of our conversations. Distance had no ffect on our friendship, as we would speak every so often about what was going on in our lives. I will dearly miss those conversations, I will dearly miss John!
Amy Moon
September 24, 2014
Dear Phyllis, Heather, Cousin Sally and family: Such a shock, taken to soon. May the memories of John Patricks loving heart and contagious laugh bring you comfort in the days ahead. We know he is keeping good company, but still such a sad loss. Sending peace
September 24, 2014
Heather, Matt and family
You are in y prayers and sending love on this sudden loss.
God has him in his care...
He and Casey are surely talking cars, music and planning some good times...
love you
Donna
Dave Grillo
September 22, 2014
Condolences to the entire Curley family on the recent passing of John. I grew up near John in Milford and got to know him through all his St. Mary's buddies. May you Rest in Peace John.
September 22, 2014
Sorry for your loss will keep you in my thoughts during this difficult time.
Suzanne (Bernard) Lolar
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September 22, 2014
Phyllis,Heather and Family So sorry to read about Johnny I have many great memmories of the Curly househould growing up.Rest in peace
Jqne Curran Milford MA.
Paula Godin
September 22, 2014
So sorry Sally and family for your loss. May God comfort you during this time of need.
Moe and John before the ballgame in FL
September 22, 2014
To Phyllis, Heather and all of your family members and loved ones:
Moe and I are unbelievably saddened by John's passing. Moe has spent the last 2 days reminiscing about his friendship with John, which goes back decades. John was a kind, caring, compassionate, and loyal husband, father, and friend. He adored Phyllis, revelled in Heather's success, and loved his MaryKate more than anything. The world is just a little dimmer without him in it. I know that the love he showered on you all will sustain you in this difficult time and beyond. We will miss him terribly.
All our love,
Harriet & Moe
Mary Ramaskewich Costa
September 22, 2014
May John Rest In Peace...He was One of the Good Guys.
Mark
September 22, 2014
To the entire Curley, Evers, Geibel and Flanigan familes.
I am so sorry for your lose. John was a very good family man and loved you all.
September 22, 2014
Sally and John's family,
So so sorry to hear of John's passing.
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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