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Francis Curci Obituary
He was born in Worcester the son of Louise (Coster) Curci of Auburn & the late Nicholas Curci. Francis leaves his wife, Sandra (Erickson) Curci; a son, Anthony & his wife Christine of Barre; two daughters, Nicole Curci & her fiancé Christopher Scabia, Dr. Kristina Curci & her fiancé Dr. Victor Prisk of Pittsburg, PA; a step son Ryan Moriarty & his wife Kate of IL; a stepdaugheter, Sarah Moriarty of Gloucester; two brothers, Paul Curci & his wife Annette of Paxton & Charles Curci & his wife Nancy of Sandwich; 3 grandchildren, Marcello and Anthony both of Barre, Maise McKenney of Framingham; 4 stepgrandchildren, Zachary Moriarty of Gloucester, Samantha, Abigail & Stella Moriarty of IL; two nephews, Michael & Nicholas.
Francis was a graduate of Worcester Boys Trade High School and served 6 years in the Army Reserves. He worked for 35 years as an officer for the Worcester Police Department in the Traffic Division and over 18 years with its Motorcycle Unit until he retired. Many years ago he worked as a machinist with Crompton & Knowles and following retirement he worked part time as a machinist with his brothers company City Welding.
Francis was an avid golfer, hunter, fisherman and a motorcycle enthusiast. He was a member of both the Barre Sportsman Club and the South Barre Rod & Gun Club.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend calling hours on Thursday, March 3, 2011 from 5-8 PM in Pillsbury Funeral Home, 96 S. Barre Rd., Barre. The funeral will be held on Friday with an 11:00 AM Mass in St. Josephs Church, South St., Barre. Burial will be in the Spring in Glen Valley Cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations may be made in his name to the UMass Memorial Hospice 650 Lincoln St. Worcester,MA. 01605.
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Memories and Condolences
for Francis Curci
Michele Grenache
March 6, 2011
May those 2 wheels continue to roll in the heavens above. Til we meet again my friend...
March 5, 2011
To the Curci family, sorry for your loss,and our prayers are with Frank and family, great guy and great policeman,may he rest in peace God Bless Ellen and Don Lund WPD Ret.
Gary & Debi Donlin
March 4, 2011
Fran will be missed at the Quail. Our deepest sympathy to the family.
Carlo Baldino
March 4, 2011
I knew Franny from playing ball at Harrington Field and hanging around the corner at Brown Square. We were friends in high school. I never knew him to have a mean bone in his body. What more can you say about a person?
Karl Gustafson
March 3, 2011
Curch ... so sorry to hear about Fran, we will play golf in his honor at the Cape this summer and toast to his everlasting life ! - Gus
Pamela and Eric Meskus
March 3, 2011
Paul and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Monica Green
March 3, 2011
Curcis,
I'm so sorry to hear about Frannie. He had such a great personality and devoted his life to serving and protecting. I'm sorry for your loss and wish I could come pay my respects in person. But, from sunny California, I send my love and prayers.
March 2, 2011
To the Curci family, so sorry for your loss, fran was a good cop, and he will be missed.
Hank Leone
Mark Sieniawski
March 2, 2011
March 01 2011 To the Curci family sorry for your loss! Franny was just the BEST!His big smile! Always fun to talk to! gonna miss him for sure!
March 2, 2011
Paul, Sorry for your loss
Ronnie Gerardi
Chris Curtis
March 2, 2011
My thoughts and prayers to Fran's family and friends - I'm very sorry for your loss.
Richard Jamros
March 2, 2011
To the Curci Family: Very sorry for your loss, Fran will be greatly missed. Fran was a great policeman and a great friend to a lot of us who worked with him and knew him .He will be always remembered in our thoughts and prayers. Dick & Donna Jamros W.P.D.
March 2, 2011
Sandy, just to let you know that you are in my thoughts and Prayers during this difficult time.
Carolyn
Chris Mancini
March 2, 2011
Dear Sandy and Family,
Our hearts go out to you at this difficult time. Please know that you remain in our thoughts and prayers.
With our deepest sympathy,
Chris & Mike & Family
Cindy & Bill Valiton
March 2, 2011
Sandy and family, we are so sorry for your loss and you are in our prayers.
Arthur Smick
March 2, 2011
Paul, Annette and family,Sorry to hear of your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you all. He was a good man and a good cop. Art and Sharon Smick
Joanne Fallstrom
March 2, 2011
Paul,Annette and family,Sorry to hear of your loss, our thoughts and prayers are with you all, And his smile with you always. Joanne & David Fallstrom
Tammy Terranova
March 2, 2011
Sarah, I am so sorry to hear of your step dads passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.
Tammy Terranova
March 2, 2011
Nicole and family. I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your Father. May you cherish all the wonderful memories that you have. God Bless. Tracy Salmon Richert
March 2, 2011
Dear Tony & Chris, I am sorry about the loss of your father. He was a good man and an equally good cop. He will be missed.
Al Donoghue, Harwich, Ma.
Anne Ancon
March 2, 2011
Sandy and family, keeping you close in thought and prayer. I'm sorry for your loss. Fondly, Anne Ancona
Mary Hoey-Clay
March 1, 2011
Dear Tony & Chris, I am so sorry about the loss of your Dad. I know you two were close to him. Thinking of you.
David D. Adams
March 1, 2011
Dear Anthony, Christine,, Marcello and Anthony Jr. I'm deeply sorry for your lost and pray the Lord will give you the peace of His love in this time of need. I only met your dad and grandfather once at your house and was impressed with the care and love he had for his family. You were truly blessed with his presence.
Carolyn DiSilvestri
March 1, 2011
Sandy & Family...I am so very sorry for your loss. May God grant you comfort & peace. RIP
Bill Benedict
March 1, 2011
Great friend and Good Cop. Rest in Peace
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