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Curtis Burford Obituary
Curtis Alford Burford, 94, of Pasadena, passed away on November 29, 2014. He was born on July 29, 1920 in Bleeker County, Arkansas, to Richard Solomon Burford and Nancy Adeline Childres. Curtis is preceded in death by brothers, Horace, Woodrow, Dan, Clyde, and Doyle; sisters, Thelma, Ludie, Ruby, Jack, Tip, and a younger sibling.
He is survived by his wife of seventy years, Frances Burford, daughter Judith Gerner, sister Doris Carter, grandchildren Rebecca Copeland, Tiffany Mattio, and Eric Schwab; great grandchildren Mercy Copeland, Slade Copeland, Trayce Schwab, Paige Schwab, and last but not least his cat Sugar. Curtis was a member of South Main Baptist Church. He was in the Navy and served his country proudly as a Torpedo Man First Class, surviving the Pearl Harbor attack. He was also a yellow dog democrat, and he will greatly be missed.
A visitation will be held at Grand View Funeral Home on Thursday, December 4, 2014 at 10 A.M. Interment will follow at Grand View Memorial Park.
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Tanya Erickson
December 8, 2014
Like so many others who have written here, I too looked forward to visiting Uncle Curtis & Aunt Bunnie in Arkansas with my sweet grandmother, Martha Lou (Ludie) and visiting them after they moved to Texas. Uncle Curtis was so interesting to listen to with his wonderful stories. He was always so kind and genuine. All the Burfords have a special way of connecting with people...such great memories of this beautiful family! Our sympathy and prayers go out to Bunnie, Judy & family! Love y'all,
Tanya Kauffman Erickson
Curtis next to his woodpile at home in Arkansas
Chris Ray
December 4, 2014
Saddened to hear the passing of Uncle Curtis. I looked forward to visiting with him and Bunnie at their home in Arkansas as a child when we would travel to the "country". I will miss his wonderful stories. I will never forget the time he and Doris traveled to Minnesota in January to visit my grandmother "Jack" while she was in the nursing home. Curtis and I had a great time! Love you Curtis!
RIP
Connie Smith
December 4, 2014
I was saddened to learn of Mr. Burford's passing. He would often stop in at City Hall to visit with those he knew. He would stop and visit with me and he was always such a joy to talk with. He was always so sweet. I will miss seeing him here.
Anne Easterling-Freifelder
December 3, 2014
Uncle Curtis was so special. I will miss his stories, his humor, and his spirit. And I am so proud to have had him as my uncle. I am also so happy that my husband had a chance to meet him before he passed. He has heard so many stories about him! I send lots of love to Bunnie.
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Randy Burford
December 3, 2014
So sad to hear of the passing of Uncle Curtis! A wonderful man with many fascinating stories and a true American Patriot! God Bless, you will surely be missed!
Cindi & Nancy Saadi
December 2, 2014
"Uncle" Curtis had such a big heart & beautiful spirit. His love for family and for life was infectious. Our Mom, Kathie, truly adored him. He will be missed and never forgotten. Much love to all the family.
George,Sheila& Mason White & Doris Carter
December 2, 2014
So sorry to hear! Curtis always called to check on his sister, Doris. She was blessed to have been raised with such a caring brother. He will be missed!
Clyde Doyal
December 2, 2014
We are saddened to hear of C A passing away. He was a great friend. Our condolences to the family.
Gary Cunningham
December 1, 2014
As a former submariner, we had many interesting conversations about the Navy. C.A. is one of the last real heroes in my book. I'll surely miss him.
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