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1962
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2020
David Curtis Jr. Obituary
Our beloved partner, father, son, brother and friend; Dave passed away peacefully at his home doing what he loved: challenging himself by breaking his personal best fitness records.
He is survived by his father and dear friend David Cyril Curtis Sr; partner and soulmate of 33 years, Loralee "Booboo" Steele Curtis, daughter Nastasia (Tiffany) Steele (George), son Brandan Curtis; 2 sisters Julie and Jenny (Mike); brother Dan (Angela); 7 grandchildren Nastasya, Braxton, Amelie, Kai, Paisley, River; 1 great grandchild Scarlett - as well as his beloved dog Dylan, parrot Sam, snakes Neo & Trinity, and his spider Madison. He was preceded in death by his mother Maureen Farnsworth Curtis Card.
With an approach to life of passion and fortitude, Dave was a natural and inspiring leader. He loved his work and cared deeply about the people he served.
As a 38 year "lifer" at Utah Media group, Dave's Newspaper career began early in his life while throwing routes for his dad as a kid, later becoming a driver - (that is, until the day he sheared a telephone pole which landed him in the office) - an event that launched him into a rich and varied career where he grew into the man he proudly was, as VP of Human Resources.
Not only was Dave's story about the love of his work, his story was also a love story. A story about a man who met his soulmate (that he affectionately called "Booboo") to whom he took such extraordinary care. He prided himself on being the rock for his kids, his dad, his siblings, and his grand kids who were beloved to him. He was truly the most adorable "papa" to them all.
With his warrior spirit and lion heart, he dearly loved to climb the summits and peaks in the company of his son, brother, nephews and his grandson. His spirit craved the challenge to climb higher, faster, and farther, and he did.
Dave had a soft place in his heart for the Amazon Jungle and its plight. His love of creatures great and small was a gift he shared to all, and did so with a twinkle in his eye.
As a spiritual warrior on the path to truth; this part of Dave shined through with his kindness, care, generosity, and the ability to make everyone feel like the most important person in the room. He truly enjoyed inspiring and bringing out the best qualities in others so that they might shine - something which was such a tremendous gift to us all. His presence in our lives and in the world will be greatly missed.
I love you baby! I hope you broke all your records!
Please join us for his Celebration of Life, (followed by Dinner and fun!) which will be held June 20th at 5:00 P.M. at The Clubhouse, 850 East South Temple, Salt Lake City Utah, where no sugar, carbs or donuts will be served. BYO Protein drinks and a spirit of tears and laughter while we celebrate this man that we dearly love.
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Memories and Condolences
for David Curtis Jr.
Linda Steele
June 20, 2020
Dave was always very kind to all whom he came in contact with. I always felt comfortable around Dave. Love, peace, and blessings to Loralee and his family. ❤
Nancy Buma
June 19, 2020
My family and I have many pleasant memories of celbration the holidays with the Curtis cousins also, David Sr. Maureen and Grandpa Cy and Grandma Roweena. May the many pleasant memories of a lite well lived with family, friends, and varied interesting pets live on forever in the hearts of those who care and loved deeply dave. love Aunt Nancy Curtis Buma
Karyn
June 9, 2020
I have enjoyed working with Dave for a number of years at Utah Media Group. His enthusiam was contagious and he will be deeply missed.
Julie King
June 8, 2020
I miss you so much brother. Our family will forever have an empty chair for you at all of our family get together's. I will listen for your beautiful voice telling me that I put to much butter in my mashed potato's. I am so blessed to have you in my life Dave. You have always had the spirit of a warrior and the heart of an angel. I know you are flying with them now on you way to break another record. I now have another guardian Angel.
Jeana Hutchings
June 8, 2020
I have had the great pleasure of working with Dave at Utah Media Group for many years now. He was one of my favorite people and I especially appreciated how he cared about all of the employees and how any changes would affect them. I am so sad to see him leave this life, but I will always appreciate his energy for health and fitness and being your personal best. My dearest condolences to his wife and family. In addition my condolences to his UMG family. He will be missed.
Treasa Long
June 8, 2020
Dave was an incredible man, one who was always challenging us to do better. I have had the privilege to work with Dave for the last 13 years at UMG. We are all deeply saddened by his passing and he we be greatly missed. Dave, I will miss your encouragement, your smile, your friendship but your example will always carry on. Sending my thoughts, prayers, and sympathy to his family.
Bob Davidson
June 8, 2020
Lori, so sorry to hear about Dave. Although I never met the man, I only know the knowledge that we used to talk about while dispatching at Chemlawn. I am so sorry for your loss.
Suzanne
June 6, 2020
My dear sweet cousin, my heart hurts for your family and our loss of you. My memories of a fun childhood with our families will last forever as will my love. Rest In Peace and love.
Susan Sparks
June 6, 2020
I will always cherish those childhood memories with you Julie and Danny, The adventures we used to have when you lived by Fremont park hiking along the rail road tracks, eating pine gum, building elastic guns out of pieces of wood and clothes pins and swimming at the park pool! We had an awesome childhood! Love you cuz!
Debbie Hone
June 5, 2020
My memories of Davey were when we were children. My Mom would drop me off at Aunt Maurine's house to be babysat. Davey was always so kind and funny. I enjoyed when I could come on the family nights and their family would all sing and/or play the piano or guitar together. I will always cherish those childhood memories. My heart goes out to Laura Lee, his children and grandchildren, Uncle Dave, his siblings Julie, Dan and Jenny, and all the people who loved him.
Betsy Faerber
June 4, 2020
I always knew David as Davey. He is my cousin and just a few years older than me. I have wonderful memories of spending time at Grandpa Cy's cabin with Davey riding a horse named "Star". He was kind to me and I always looked up to him. My thoughts and prayers are with his family now. Sending my love.
Betsy Faerber
cousin
Donnie Welch
June 4, 2020
I had the pleasure to work with Dave for the past 4 years. I got to know him quite well and consider Dave to be a good friend. He was a man who showed integrity, kindness and a true concern for all those he came in contact with. I am heartbroken for Loralee and all of Dave's family and friends. With the loss of Dave I cant help but think of a favorite quote: "Grief is the natural by-product of love. One cannot selflessly love another person and not grieve at his or her suffering or death. The only way to avoid grief would be to not experience the love; but it is love that gives life its richness and meaning." Dave was truly loved and will be greatly missed.
Susie hansen
June 4, 2020
I was very sadden to hear of Dave's passing. Dave always had infectious smile and was there to help and assist others at all times. You will be missed. Prayers and hugs to his family! His loss will be felt by many.
Joshua Hall
June 4, 2020
Dave was such a wonderful and friendly guy. I enjoyed the moments we shared together. We had a few chances to even get together after work to play tennis for a bit. He was just fun to be around. I am saddened by the news of his passing, and am praying for his family.
Jo McDaniel
June 4, 2020
ur sincere condolences and sympathy to the family. May your memories bring much peace and happiness in the future.
Jo McDaniel
Kane Campbell
erika Viapiano
June 3, 2020
Even though we worked in different departments, im lucky to have met dave and had some fun conversations together. What will be in my mind when ever ill think of dave is the smile on his face and the way he'll greet me when he sees me, I always appreciate his kindness towards every one. He was a true example of how we need to be kind and caring towards each other, he was an example and a great leader. May you find happiness on your journey dave, thank you for all of your hard work
Lyndon Bowles
June 3, 2020
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Liz O'Gara
June 3, 2020
I was so fortunate to know Dave, even for the short time I worked with him. His infectious wit and positive attitude will be forever remembered. His spirit will live on! Blessings and prayers to his family and loved ones.
James LaLonde
June 3, 2020
I would like to say Thank You Dave. Thank you for all you did for me during the Corona Virus mayhem. You helped me so much and was the one who would listen to me rant about it all. I like how we would converse about it all. You helped me believe everything would work itself out and when I came back to work everything would be fine. You will be missed by me. Say hi to my parents they will have a huge party for you for helping me.
Amy Inette
June 3, 2020
I have had the privilege of working with this rockstar for the past couple of years. Dave, you will be missed tremendously! Your positive attitude and happy demeanor were infectious, and I'm so sad that you had to leave us. God be with you until we meet again.
Becky Greenburg
June 3, 2020
Becky Greenburg
June 3, 2020
Mike Herrera
June 3, 2020
Lori Farnsworth
June 3, 2020
To those looking over memories shared, I made a big mistake in wording mine that I sent last nightwhen we were toddlers Dave and I were put in the same play pen, not criba mistake only a person who has not been a mother can make. Please make thechange if you choose to post mine. Sorry!
Kristy Gallegos
June 3, 2020
Dave was the nicest guy, always smiling and making sure everyone was doing okay. He had such a contagious personality! We will miss you! Prayers and hugs to his family! His loss will be felt by many.
Lori Farnsworth
June 2, 2020
We were born just ten days apart. Our parents put us in the same crib. And we continued to be close as we grew up. He was an awkward, earnest kid but very determinedthis picture of him, right in the center, captures this. Our families would vacation at the Homestead in Heber. Ill never forget the time there he caught a duckshe was angry and put up a good fight, but he did what he set out to do. The bunch of us cousins had a lot of adventures growing up. Dave and I went to our first Homecoming dance at Cottonwood High School together with our dates. By then he had grown into such a handsome young man. Dave had a beautiful soul, too, and was a very sensitive guy. I was proud he was my cousin then and now. My heart goes out to Laura Lee, his children and grandchildren, his siblings Julie, Dan and Jenny, his father Dave, Sr., and all the many people who loved him.
Sally Steed
June 2, 2020
Oh my goodness, I still can't believe you are gone my dear friend. I worked in leadership with Dave for over 17 years now at UMG and he had such a gift of making everyone feel heard. He was truly that listening and calming friend that everyone of us loved so deeply and went to for guidance. Dave and I spent a lot of time discussing healthy living and about the gift of life itself. He and I made a pact many years ago that we would ensure that which ever one of us left this world first would be celebrated and not mourned. We both felt so strongly about what a gift it was to be alive and today I will keep that promise my friend. I truly celebrate your friendship, your leadership and the inspiration you were to all of us at Utah Media Group.
Marie Bowcut
June 2, 2020
I always enjoyed working with Dave. Mostly on fundraisers for the school and wellness programs. He always always telling me good things about myself. I can also remember having a plank challenge in the Mediaone workout room. He couldnt believe I went 2 minutes. I still hear him everyday when I plank I can do it!!! An amazing man! He will be missed by many. I am sure he is in heaven leading the workouts up there!
Heres to you Dave
Bryan Woodward
June 2, 2020
Shocked and saddened by the news of Daves passing. His door was always open as a friend or co-worker for advice, friendly banter over work, golf, health or life in general. He genuinely cared about those around him and showed a keen interest in your life as an employee and friend. Have known Dave almost 30 years and will greatly miss not having him around. Thoughts and prayers to his family during this tough time.
Camille Durtschi
June 2, 2020
Dave had a contagious smile that made everyone feel welcomed at work. He was a natural at getting people involved, especially when it came to work parties. I enjoyed having his enthusiasm in our employee committee meetings and his humor with our Where's Waldo event where he shrunk down the Waldo super small and hid him so everyone had the hardest time finding it in the HR area. He was a great guy to work with and will be missed.
Misty Medina
June 2, 2020
I have had the honor of working with this great man for almost 12 years. Dave was also one of my workout buddies. He helped me to get in the best shape of my life but more than that everything that we talked about during these sessions was inspiring and positive because that was Dave. My heart is broken for his sweet wife and family. We will all miss your smile and wisdom.
Trent L Eyre
June 2, 2020
I worked with Dave for over 30 years, and was honored to call him not just my colleague but also my friend. Dave truly loved UMG, he took his job and responsibilities seriously and cared for those he worked with. My thoughts and prayers are with his family, he will be missed by many.
Trent and Cheryl Eyre
Coworker
Michael Herrera
June 2, 2020
Laura Lee and Family We are sorry for your loss. Dave what a great guy, I never meet any one like Dave, Dave always gave complements to everyone around him "no matter who it was", he always seen thing from the positive side of life and not the negative side, what a competitor, what a great friend, life well be one smile short now that we no longer have Dave.
Karen Bechtel
June 2, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. David is an amazing soul. God bless you and your family. May you find peace and comfort in the time you had together, and your pride for Davids wonderful unique gifts.
Becky Greenburg
June 2, 2020
Becky Greenburg
June 2, 2020
I am devastated by the news of Dave's passing. I worked with him for close to 15 years. Dave always had upbeat attitude and a smile to share with everyone. He never had a bad thing to say about anyone or anything. I will miss him. My heart is with his family.
Scott & Garla Porter
June 2, 2020
Our deepest condolences to Loralee and the family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Dave was a hardworking, talented leader and a good friend who will be missed by all that know him, both professionally and personally. R.I.P. Dave!
Janna Jensen
June 2, 2020
Dave was a great man. One to go to for advice or for a friendly chat. He was a friend to all of us no matter what. Thank you Dave for the years of working together. You will be missed by all.
Janna
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