Russell James Curry
Passed on: July 9th, 2017
It is with heavy hearts we announce the peaceful passing of my loving husband Russell James Curry, 76; a wonderful father, grandfather, brother and friend, on Sunday, July 9, 2017 at the Glace Bay Hospital surrounded by his loving family,
Born in Port Morien, he was a son of the late James and Mary (MacIsaac) Curry.
Russell was a member of St. Anne’s Church in Glace Bay. An active community volunteer, Russell was involved with the Red Cross Blood Clinic, the local Kinsmen and K40 Clubs, and very much involved in the annual Glace Bay Summer Festivals. Russell was also a Board Member of the BayPlex.
He is survived by his loving wife, Ann Curry; his daughter, Joanne and granddaughter, Chelsea; son, Jeffrey and daughter, Tracie; sister, Ellen Little, Ottawa; brothers, John, Ottawa and Ronnie (Diane), Sydney; nephew and very close friend, Robbie, and by many other nephews, nieces, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
Besides his parents, Russell was predeceased by brothers, Pat, Earl and Tom, and sister, Mary.
Funeral under the direction of Curry’s Funeral Home, (902) 849-7617, will take place Wednesday, July 12, 11 a.m. in Holy Cross Church, Rev. Norman MacPhee celebrant. A reception will follow.
Donations in Russell’s memory may be made to one’s charity of choice. Expressions of sympathy can be recorded at www.currysfuneralhome.com.