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2009
Benjamin Curry Obituary
Dr. Curry was born March 6, 1937 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama to the late Edgar Benjamin Curry and Esther Shirley Curry of Tuscaloosa and he passed away Tuesday, May 26, 2009 at East Alabama Medical Center in Opelika following an extended illness.
Dr Curry received his undergraduate degree from Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN. and his medical degree from The University of Alabama, Birmingham. Dr. Curry was among the early specialists at Lee County Hospital (now East Alabama Medical Center) and had the distinction of being the first pediatrician to practice in Lee County, Alabama. He was the founder of The Pediatric Clinic. He joined the hospital staff in 1968 and served at the medical center until his retirement in 1999. He served as the Chief of Staff in 1971-1972.
His civic responsibilities include serving on the board of directors of three local organizations – The City of Opelika Board of Education, Lee County Habitat for Humanity and The Achievement Center/Easter Seal of East Alabama.
Many children and their children were cared for by Dr. Curry and quite often one of his former patients would come up to him and say, "Dr. Curry, I know you don't remember me but you were my doctor when I was a baby." Many times he would reply, "Yes I do remember you" and call their name. He practiced medicine and cared for hundreds of East Alabama children for over 30 years.
Dr. Curry is survived by his wife of over 43 years, Barbara Z. Curry of Opelika and their four children: Chris Curry of Opelika, Jason (Paige) Curry of Opelika, Anna (Todd) Dillard of Liberty City and John (Jenice) Curry of Auburn; his two sisters Becky (Jimmy) Duke of Birmingham and Shirley (Ed) Arnold of Centre, Alabama and one brother, Bob Curry of Centre. In addition he is survived by six grandchildren: Gracen, Ethan, and Lucy Curry of Auburn, Peyton Curry of Opelika and Brandon and Byron Dillard of Liberty City.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the East Alabama Medical Center Foundation, 2000 Pepperell Parkway, Opelika, AL 36801.
Jeffcoat-Trant Funeral Home is directing.
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Memories and Condolences
for Benjamin Curry
AUBURN CARDIOVASCULAR STAFF
June 3, 2009
FROM THE STAFF AT AUBURN CARDIOVASCULAR OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY!!HE WAS ALWAYS SUCH A JOY AND WE LOVED SEEING HIM!!!OUR OFFICE WILL MISS HIM DEARLY!!! HEAVEN HAS GAINED A BEAUTIFUL ANGEL!
Laura Tankersley-McClellan
June 3, 2009
Just a little note to say that I am keeping you and your family in my prayers.
Leigh Tapley Sasser
May 29, 2009
Dr. Curry was my pediatrician when I was a child and also doctor to my children until his retirement. Your family has always been special to my family, and we send you many prayers and much love at this time, and will always remember Dr. Curry with great love and thankfulness. His loss is a huge one.
Jerry L. Jackson
May 28, 2009
The Lord has taken a wonderful angel from among us. I pray that you will be encouraged as you remember a wonderful man. Dr. Curry will be missed by many--especially the many individuals he helped and all of the contributions he made to the City. May his spirit continue to dwell among you.
Kim Wood Casey
May 28, 2009
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
J. Stern
May 28, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you Mrs. Barbara. I will always remember the many Christmas Eve's that we spent with the Curry famnily.
Joe Shepherd
May 28, 2009
Dr. Curry was a wonderful doctor and cared for me when I was little. The respect and appreciation that I felt as his patient has motivated me in my own practice. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
David Canon
May 28, 2009
Don Curry has been my best friend for over 40 years. He will be missed my me and by the many he has ministered to as a physician over the 32 years he practiced. Only God knows what all he did to help the children and families of East Alabama and how many lives are better because of him. You'll always be remembered by me Don. God will take care of you Barbara and of all your children.
Henry tern
May 28, 2009
The Curry Family is in our Thoughts and Prayers. We have lost a Great Doctor and a personal Friend.
Henry, Ginger and J.
William & Patsy Parker
May 28, 2009
Bill and I are so saddened to learn of the death of Dr. Curry. He has meant so much to so many, especially to us. Please know we are praying for each of you. Dr. Curry will always be with us in the many contributions he has made to the world and this commuinity. His love for his family was so evident. You will see him in the faces and smiles of your children and grandchildren. He has left this world the essence of his character in his sons and daughter. Barbara our hearts, thoughts, and prayers are with you. God bless.
Bill and Patsy Boyd Parker
Charlotte Curry
May 28, 2009
Dr. Curry was such a blessing to me as a young mother. I knew that all 3 of my children were in the best of hands in his care. He taught us all so much! He will be missed by many!!
Kristen Horn
May 28, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Dr. Curry was our (my sister and I) pediatrican. I remember having terrible ear infections and he even came to my parent's house at 3 a.m. one night just to calm me, a screaming child in pain. He lived right down the street, and I loved knowing that he was my doctor. He will definitely be missed!
cheryl chappell
May 28, 2009
Your entire family are in our thoughts and prayers.
james and Cheryl ( baggott) chappell
montgomery, alabama
May 28, 2009
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Chester & Donna Tankersley
Patricia Harris
May 28, 2009
Dr. Curry cared for all three of my children and was a gentle man. I know he will missed by everyone.
Patricia (Odle) Harris
Wetumpka, Al
Teresa Mora
May 28, 2009
Dr. Curry was wonderful in caring for my chidren and helping me be a better mother. He always gave sensible advice and talked to the boys and explained what he was doing. Our thughts are with you at this time of loss.
Pamela Spinks
May 28, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
May 27, 2009
Dr. Curry will be greatly missed, I can only add to what has been said here before me. I pray for the family and ask God to shower them with Grace. glenda
Diane Kindred-Heard
May 27, 2009
Dr. Curry was my son's pediatrician and I love him to death. My prayers go out to the family. He was a wonderful doctor and had a wonderful personality.
Yvonne Rowell-Pressley
May 27, 2009
Dr. Curry will be greatly missed. I was sorry when he retired. My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Jo Anne Hollingsworth
May 27, 2009
Dr. Curry was the best Pediatrician. I was so glad my children were grown before he retired. My prayers are with the entire Curry family.
Janice Nolin
May 27, 2009
Our hearts are broken, but don't you know the angels are rejoycing in heaven! He has always been much more than a Pediatrician, he was a young mother's best friend! After our children were grown, he always kept up with them and their accomplishments! So much wisdom and even more love and caring was his practice and taking care of his patients! My husband and I love him dearly as do my children, even at 28 and 25 years of age. I am so glad he is and always will continue to be part of our lives! Way to go Dr. Curry, you have been promoted to God's promise land!
Anna
May 27, 2009
Dr. Curry was a great pediatrician. He was well liked not only in the office but outside of the office as well. He will be greatly missed and our prayers go out to his family. God bless them all in their time of need.
Jean Dorrance/Smith
May 27, 2009
Dr.Curry was my son's pediatrician for a number of yrs. He was the greatest and I know he will be missed by many.
PAMELA SPINKS
May 27, 2009
TO A WONDERFUL DOCTOR, YOU WILL BE MISSED..
Susan Belcher
May 27, 2009
My condolences to the family of this wonderful man. He was my sons doctor all of his young life and we loved him. He was like going to see your Grandpa and it made my sons life better to know him. He was one of a kind and he will be greatly missed.
Betty Cooper
May 27, 2009
Dr. Curry was 28 year old's dr. from birth...I missed him so after moving to Nevada. I know the community will miss him. My heart and prayers are with his family and friends.
Margaret Worthington
May 27, 2009
Dr. Curry became my elder daughter's pediatrician back when he first came to Opelika, when the idea of having a pediatrician was fairly new in the area, and most children were in the care of General Practitioners. He also became my younger daughter's pediatrician as soon as she was born. So many years ago, but I remember well his kindness and wisdom, and the feeling that my children were safe in his hands. He was a blessing.
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