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David Curiel Obituary

DAVID CURIEL EAST CHICAGO, IN David Curiel, 56, of Lithia, born in East Chicago, IN, passed away on December 11, 2014. David graduated from Washington High School in 1976. He was a paramedic for the City of East Chicago. He loved Chicago sports and was always the life of the party. David was preceded in death by his sisters, Marina and Mariana Curiel. David is survived by his loving parents, Edward and Alice Curiel; siblings: Alice (Jesse) Castro, Charles Curiel, Lucy (Luis) Molina, Teresa (Armando) Wise, Roseanne Curiel, Edward Curiel, Jr., Richard Curiel, Christine (William) Walwik, Rita (Argelio) Lopez, Joseph (Kelly) Curiel, and Mary Curiel; 19 nieces and nephews; and 22 great nieces and nephews. A Memorial Mass will held on Saturday, December 27, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in East chicago, IN. David will be missed by all.

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Published by The Times on Dec. 26, 2014.

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Johnny Sanchez

January 5, 2015

Dave...My Paramedic brother, we had great memories running "lights and sirens" through the streets of E.C. and the Harbor. you served your city with great Professionalism and dedication. RIP Dave..Medic 101, Medic 102...10-7

Jesse Hinton

December 28, 2014

David was a great guy and a great friend! Going through our catholic schools and public schools and thereafter we had a lot of fun growing up. He touched a lot of people's life's and will always be revered. I am sure God has a great place for him in heaven.

Elizabeth Becerra Cantu

December 27, 2014

My condolences to the Curiel family. Having spent much time in the Curiel home I have great memories of the family and David's great smile and laugh he brought any time he entered the room. My heart and prayers are with the family and David.

Fred R

December 27, 2014

Our deepest condolences go to the Curiel family for your loss. May the God of all understanding found at Exodus 6:3 comfort your family during this time.

With Love, your East Chicago EMS Family, Medic 101 & Medic 102.

December 27, 2014

Rest in Peace David,
Thank you for your dedicated years of service to the Citizens of East Chicago, Indiana.

Ziggy Franco

December 26, 2014

To The Curiel Family,

It saddens me to hear of the passing of your son and brother. It is with the most deepest condolences that I say I am truely sorry for your loss. Many,many,many wonderful childhood memories we(the gang on Grace St.)have built together with your son&brother David. Living,laughing,and playing seem to be the norm in the old neighborhood. I looked at David as the learder of our little group and as that older brother. It is with the utmost sincerity that I can say David is my friend and now with his passing a part of my childhood is now loss too. May The Lord comfort your hearts.

James Caruthers

December 26, 2014

RIP David, from your friends at Prompt Medical Transfer Inc. dba Caruthers Auto Sales & Towing

Deanna Gonzalez

December 26, 2014

I will always remember his humor, laugh, wit and love of Earth Wind and Fire. May God give you all the strength to get through this most difficult time. I love you all. RIP David.

December 26, 2014

Nuestros mas sinceros pesames con la perdida de David.Que en paz descance.de parte de Andrea(Magana)Pagan y Jorge Pagan Corpus Christi Texas////

December 26, 2014

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

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