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David Curtis Obituary
Throughout his life, David inspired all those fortunate enough to know and love him. Though David's gift of a new life came too late for him, it was his intention to increase the need for organ donor awareness.
The son of Michael and Cheryl Craft Curtis he was born November 5, 1970 in Middletown. David graduated from Middletown High School in 1988, and attended Orange County Community College and University of North Texas. He worked both for Circuit City and then as a Substitute Teacher for the Middletown School District.
David was an inspiration to everyone he encountered. He was a strong and motivated young man who touched many lives with his wonderful spirit.
He is survived by his dedicated, loving parents, Mike and Cheryl Curtis at home; brother, Scott, and sister, Stacey Fairweather and her husband, David, all of Middletown; nephew, David and niece, Meghan Fairweather; several aunts, uncles, many, many cousins, and many close friends.
Friends may call on Friday, April 14, from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Applebee-McPhillips Funeral Home, Inc., 130 Highland Avenue, Middletown.
A Funeral Service of Remembrance will be held on Saturday, April 15, at 11 a.m. at First Congregational Church, East Main Street in Middletown. Burial will follow in the family plot in Pine Hill Cemetery, New Hampton, N.Y.
The Curtis family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the National Transplant Assistance Fund, 150 North Radnor Chester Road, Suite F-120, Radnor, PA 19087 or please visit David's website at www.hopefordavid.com.
The family would like to thank the numerous people who have given so generously in so many ways to support David and them as he fought his incredible struggle to live.
Funeral arrangements under the direction of the Applebee-McPhillips Funeral Home. www.applebee-mcphillips.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Jodi George
April 21, 2006
Mr. & Mrs. Curtis, Scott & Stacey:
I am sorry for your loss. I haven't lived nearby for some time now and just found out. I wanted to let you know that you are all in my families thoughts and prayers. I remember spending lots of time at your house with Stacey. Whenever Dave was around he would pick on us, but in a fun way. If we were watching a scary movie downstairs, Dave would come down the steps or in from the kitchen and scare us. He was always laughing or had a smile on his face. Working with him at the "Y" was a lot of fun too. He was and always will be an inspiration to all who knew him. I remember times I would walk to the house to hang out with Stacey and Dave would be on the front porch drawing with his toes. He was amazing! He could do anything he put his mind to and he did. He will be missed by all who were fortunate enough to have known him. I'm proud to say that I'm one of the fortunate ones.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Jodi, Merilee & Jon George
Christopher Markert
April 20, 2006
Im sorry for your loss. I met David at NYPH Milstein building while i was a patient there for CHF. Im sorry I did not get to know him better while i was there. What I can remeber though as he was walking in the hall or as i'd pass by him he'd always have a smile on his face. That made me belive to never give up. Later I too needed a Heart transplant. His smile gave me the stregth to know its ok if it gets bad but don't give up.
Florene Price
April 18, 2006
To the Curtis Family I so sorry to hear of the passing of David. Please know that my prayers are with you.
Christine (Higgins) Griggs
April 18, 2006
Dear Cheryl, Mike and family,
I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of David. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Vanna Vorbach
April 17, 2006
My prayers are with the family. I worked with him in Circuit City and he was a very kind, very sweet and very funny guy who I never saw upset in any situation. He was truly an inspiration to anybody who was fortunate enough to meet him. He will always be in our hearts and is someone I think we should all look up to because he chose to look at the brighter side of life instead of the darker side. God Bless.
Dottie McGar-Kardys
April 15, 2006
Dear Michael,Cheryl and Family ;
It is with deep sadness to hear of the loss of your son, David.I can truly understand your joy and the pain of having a child with a disability as I have a son with a severe brain injury for the past 44 years, but we were chosen parents who could turn difficulties into challenges that we could face and endure with Love, Patience and Understanding. You have been Blessed to have David in your lives, just as I have been, and no one can take that from you.
Michael ,I remember you from Beacon St.when we were kids ,and who knew ours lives would run parallel to each other with a special child. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. May you always find comfort in knowing how special David was to so many others who came into his life and yours.
My heartfelt sympathy to you and the Family
Dottie McGar-Kardys
Chris Lewis
April 14, 2006
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Karen & Jane Finn
April 14, 2006
Cheryl & Michael and family, We were so sorry to read of David's passing today in the paper. He truly was an a great young man. And you were wonderful parents who showed him that anything in life is possible. You are in our prayers and thoughts.
Jennifer (Abbandola) May
April 14, 2006
David and I dated through most of our Senior year of high school. He was the first person that I reconnected with after leaving New York a few years ago. He had such a strong spirit. You couldn't help but look past the physical differences and see him for who he truly was. May God be with the Curtis family during this very difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Cammy & Roger Phillips
April 14, 2006
Dear Mike, Cheryl, Stacy & Scott
May your memories of David bring you comfort and your love for him grant you peace. He is an inspiration to all that he touched.
You are in our prayers and thoughts at this time.
Love,
mark hendershot
April 14, 2006
I only knew dave for 6 years but he has had a tremendous impact on my life and many others. he will be missed deeply.
Laura DiStanislao
April 14, 2006
When good men die their goodness does not perish..." -- Euriphides
David Byrne
April 14, 2006
My sincere condolences to David's Family. I graduated from High School with him. He was always kind and friendly. I hope that you are comforted by the inspiration he so clearly brought to those who knew him or who knew of him. May God bless you and keep you.
Anne (Keller) Densk
April 13, 2006
I'm so sorry to hear about Dave. My family and I send our deepest sympathy to you during this difficult time. Although I only met him a few times, I remember him being so friendly toward me. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Eddie Cable
April 13, 2006
My sincerest condolences to all of David's family. He was truly inspiring and a great person.
Diane (Parrella) Burgos
April 13, 2006
I graduatd with David, what a truly incredible person. I was so very lucky
to have known David. May God Bless him and keep him and his family safe.
Ramona Carter
April 13, 2006
May the Lord comfort you during your time of sorrow and bereavement. Our thoughts and prayers are with you .. Ramona Carter and Family.
Carol and Bjarne Bojstrup
April 13, 2006
We didn't know David very well but just seeing him at the Elks on Friday night gave us inspiration to keep going no matter what the odds. Our prayers go out to your family.
Patty Dwyer
April 13, 2006
David inspired me in many ways, and I have never forgotten him.
I learned so much; especially how to keep a postive attitude and that any challenge can be overcome in life.
Laurie (Castelluzzi) Hoy
April 13, 2006
May the arms of the Lord and the prayers of friends comfort you.
Mary Guglielmetti-Trautlein
April 13, 2006
My sincerest sympathy to the Curtis family. May your son live on through your happy memories of him.
I graducated high school with David. He was truely a nice person who always seem to look on the positive side of life.
Zulma & David Colon
April 13, 2006
David:
You will be truly missed, and always be treasured for the way you made people feel special. You are one of a kind and it was a blessing to know you. Good has a special place in heaven for you.
Rev.Ross Licata
April 13, 2006
My deepest condolences to the Curtis family.My prayers for Comfort and Strength during this time of sorrow.
Serve GOD well in Heaven,David.
donna meisner
April 13, 2006
you have touched many lives and you will hold a special place in each one. you and yours are in my thoughts and prayers
jeniffer fairweather
April 13, 2006
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Judi Suski
April 13, 2006
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
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