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JAMES CURRIN Obituary
James Currin, 85, known to friends and family as 'Doc', passed away peacefully at his home in Stamford, CT in the early morning of Thursday February 16th. James was the youngest child of Dial and Jessie Currin, born August 30th, 1931 in Durant, Oklahoma. He was educated at University of Oklahoma (BS Electrical Engineering and Math '54), and Stanford University (PhD Physics '62). He served as 2nd LT, U.S. Air Force from 1955-57. He was an Assistant Professor of Physics at University of California Santa Cruz (1965-72), and Professor at SUNY Purchase (1972-2002). He is survived by Anita, his wife of 64 years, his children Jeff, Sarah, John and Rachel, daughter-in-law Rachel Feinstein, 12 grandchildren, and three great-grand-children. James will be remembered for his humor, his broad intellect, and his great love of music.
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John Magers
June 28, 2017
Doc was an insightful and loving man who never hesitated to offer advice, mow the lawn, read from the Book of Virtues, watch Yankees games, teach tennis and in general ensure that my stays at his/Grandmother's sprawling, lovely home in Stamford were carefree and fun. You're in my thoughts a lot, and will continue to be so, Doc. I love you. John (one of Sarah's sons)
Kevin McGrath
March 1, 2017
May God Bless Mr. Currin, his loving wife and the entire Currin family during this time of unexpected grief. I hope that his spirit will be kept alive through family stories, love and by example. Eternal rest upon his soul.
Hilary S.
February 28, 2017
Sending my sincere condolences and prayers during this difficult time for you and your family. I remember Dr. Currin as such an intelligent and friendly man as I came for piano lessons throughout my childhood.
Bridget S
February 28, 2017
Sharing my condolences and prayers with the Currin family during this challenging time. I remember Dr Currin as a very calming, smart, and kind man when I went to your home for piano lessons as a child. He did not shy away from interrupting our lessons to tell Mrs Currin something important. Mrs Currin always shared with me the thoughtful advice and insights he had. He will be missed.
T.R. Phillips
February 28, 2017
Sympathy and kind regards from a veteran of the brash upstart years of SUNY Purchase.
AC
February 26, 2017
God keep those who pass on in his memory because they are precious to him. Psalms 116:15.
February 24, 2017
Thank you for your service to our nation.
A grateful American
Bennett Anderson
February 24, 2017
My only Uncle is gone. He is the smartest man I ever met. I will forever cherish our conversations, his comments on my comments on websites and enjoying cocktail's with him. Rest in peace dear Uncle Jim.
Katherine
February 20, 2017
May God be with the family in this terrible time of loss. Jeremiah 29:11,12 tells us to searh for God and He will hear us.
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