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Aaron Thomas Cureton

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Cureton, Aaron Thomas Aaron Thomas Cureton, 67, of Weimar, Texas, passed away Thursday, Dec. 16, 2004, after a courageous battle with cancer. He was born June 15, 1937, in Waco, Texas. He was preceded in death by his father, A.D. Cureton. He is survived by his mother, Ida Bell; wife, Hurma; sons, Kenneth and wife Judy and Stuart; stepson, Jeff Fox and wife Cathy; grandchildren, Kory, Adam, Haley, Hanna and Holly; and numerous friends. Tommy began his career in the pipe fabrication industry in 1957 with Pipe Fitters Local 211 and Southwest Fabrication. He then moved to Texas Pipe Bending as shop superintendent and then as vice president of manufacturing. He and Hurma married in 1979 and just celebrated their 25th wedding anniversary. In 1986, they moved to Baton Rouge, where he finished his career as a shop superintendent for International Piping Systems. He often said that moving to Baton Rouge and getting to work for IPS was one of the best things that ever happened to him. Tommy will always be remembered as a loving son, husband, father, grandfather and friend. He is remembered as a hunter, fisherman, outdoorsman and above all, for his clever sense of humor. We as a family would like to thank IPS, our church family and our many friends for their love and concern throughout his illness. He will be greatly missed by all of his family and friends. Visitation will be held at Henneke Funeral Home, Columbus, Texas, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 18. Visitation at the funeral home from 1 p.m. until funeral service at 3 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 19.

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Published by The Advocate on Dec. 18, 2004.

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10 Entries

Hurma Cureton

January 4, 2005

Dear IPS:

I just want you all to know he thought the world of all of you too. He loved going to work every day and of course telling you all those stories. He would laugh when you would believe all the things he would tell you. You can not imagine how much he is missed at this house. From Hanna the cow to that tractor with the top missing, everything is a reminder. Tommy just couldn't understand why everyone at the shop kept calling and coming to see him when he was so ill. I did. He was such a good man. I will never forget any of you and all the things you did for him and I hope you want forget me. I will always feel like a member of the IPS family.

Hurma

Chris Willliams

December 28, 2004

Mrs. Hurma,

It was an honor and a priviledge to work for Mr. Tommy over the years at IPS. More than a boss,more than a friend, Mr. Tommy was a father figure who influenced me not only on the job, but also in life. That influence help mold me into the person that I am today and I will cherish that the rest of my life.

God bless you Mrs. Hurma, and God bless Mr. Tommy Cureton.

Sara Gibson

December 27, 2004

Mrs. Hurma,

I just wanted you to know how much I respected Mr. Tommy and am so sorry for your loss. I feel honored and privileged to have worked with him at IPS. When I came up to TIPS in Paris, I was always glad to see him when he made a few trips our way. He will be missed by many, but I know God has a special place for him and he will always be in our hearts.

Our hearts and prayers are with you.

Love always,

Sara Gibson (TIPS)

Carolyn "Ugh" Smith

December 21, 2004

Mrs. Hurma,

It was truly a blessing to have Mr. Tommy as a friend, he was really one of a kind. I will always treasure the memories of him telling his stories, he will be missed dearly. And you will always be in my prayers.

Teri Bergeron

December 21, 2004

Mrs. Hurma:

I think the minister at the services pretty much summed up just how much "Larger than Life" Mr. Tommy really was. He was so well respected by so many. I consider it a blessing to have known him and worked with him. You will be in my prayers!

T-Pat Thibodeaux

December 21, 2004

(THE MAN) a boss a friend.(THE MAN) was liked by many but respected by all.(THE MAN)will be missed by all.

Patricia Williams

December 21, 2004

I worked for T.C. almost 17 years. I couldn't have had a better Boss.I miss him dearly, and he will always be in my prayers.

Rhonda Langlois

December 20, 2004

To a man that truly touched my life and one of my highest respect.

"Jarreau" Your Buddy

Lori Luther

December 20, 2004

Hurma,

Tommy will be greatly missed at IPS. He was a great man and loved by many here. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Lori

Charles Adams

December 20, 2004

Tommy was a very good friend to me in the 20 years I have worked at IPS. I will miss him very much.

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