Gerald Currie
Born: June 21st, 1932
Passed on: August 8th, 2013
It is with great sadness that we, the family, announce the sudden passing of Gerald Currie at his home on Aug. 8, 2013.
Gerald was born on June 21, 1932, to the late Malcolm and Margaret (Curry) Currie.
Gerald is survived by the love of his life, his wife of 60 years, Marie Francis (Morrison) Currie; two daughters, Amelia (Kevin) Simmons, Glace Bay, Lana (Paul) Hebert, Moncton; and three sons, Jerry (Stephanie) Currie, Tanglewood, Adrain (Norma Mugford) Currie, Reserve Mines, Dannie (Lois) Currie, Reserve Mines.
Gerald is survived by his pride and joy in life, his 10 grandchildren, Stephen (Neha) Simmons, Shaun (Crystal) Simmons, Amanda (Dave) Smith, Sarah (Jordan) Currie, Christopher (Melissa) Currie, Maria Currie, Denis Hébert, Jeremy Hébert, André Hébert, Célina Hébert, and two great-grandsons, Ayden Simmons and Cole Simmons.
Gerald is survived by sisters, Thelma Mackie, Margaret (Sonny) Treige, Donna Currie and brother, Leonard (Betty) Currie. Also, he is survived by sisters-in-law, Theresa Currie, Peggy Currie and Mary Ellen Polegato. Gerald is survived and admired by many nieces, nephews and friends.
Besides his parents, Gerald was predeceased by his sisters, Nora MacNamara, Patsy Roach, Anglorum Currie, Anna Currie and brothers, Neil, John, Ambrose, Joseph and Allister.
Gerald was a humble, spiritual and loving family man.
Gerald was a miner for 40 years. During these years he risked his life as a rescue draegerman in the 26 mining explosions and fires in 1977 and 1980. In addition he was proud to compete with his draegermen’s team in local, national and international competitions.
Gerald served on the parish council numerous times, working on various committees to improve the lives of people within his local and wider community. He was very generous and supported many charities including years of sponsoring children through World Vision. Following his retirement he worked tirelessly to restore and maintain St. Joseph’s and Holy Family Parish Cemetery. He appreciated and was proud to be joined by many cemetery volunteers and the work that they accomplished.
In keeping with Gerald’s wishes, cremation has taken place.
Visitation will be held Sunday, Aug. 11 from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. in V.J. McGillivray Funeral Home, 16 Reserve St., Glace Bay. The funeral mass will be officiated by Fr. Dan Boudreau, con-celebrated by Fr. Reggie Currie and Fr. Ray Huntley on Monday, Aug. 12, 2013, at 2 p.m. at St. Joseph's Parish Church, 22 Main St., Reserve Mines. Interment will take place at St. Joseph’s and Holy Family Cemetery. A reception will follow in the parish hall located in the basement of the church.
Family flowers only please. Donations in Gerald’s memory may be made to St. Joseph’s and Holy Family Cemetery or a charity of your choice and would be greatly appreciated. Online condolences to the family can be expressed at: www.vjmcgillivray.ca.
Gerald’s good character
And the kindness of his heart
Won the affection of his loved ones.
Gerald was loved by all.
