Gerald Curry
February 16, 1927 — July 24, 2016
Gerald Curry, 89
Gerald Curry, 89, of Wallace, Idaho passed away on July 24, 2016 at the family home in Wallace, Idaho. Gerald was born February 16, 1927 in Wisconsin.
Gerald was raised in Wisconsin and graduated from Hurley High School in Hurley, Wisconsin. After graduation Gerald joined the United States Navy serving for several years before transferring to the United States Air Forces. After serving and being honorable discharged Gerald went on to serve in the civil service for 20 plus years where he was stationed in Japan. After retirement Gerald moved back to the United States where he settled in New Mexico for several years before moving closer to family here in the Silver Valley.
Gerald was united in marriage to Annabelle Sells. Together they raised three daughters.
Gerald enjoyed his retired years by doing yard work, fixing things around the house and reading books. He also enjoyed watching cartoons and old movies. Gerald loved spending time with his family.
Gerald is survived by his three daughters Carol (Tony) Underdahl of Wallace, Idaho, Mary (John) Della Jocono of Kansas City, Missouri and Diana (Ronald) Van Rijswijk of Holland, Netherlands; one brother Robert Curry of Tucson, Arizona. He is also survived by eight grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Gerald is preceded in death by his wife Annabelle and one brother.
Cremation will take place and no service will be held per Gerald’s request.
In lieu of flowers the family suggests that donation be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN, 38105.
One may sign Gerald’s online guest book at www.shoshonefuneralservice.com
SHOSHONE FUNERAL SERVICES & CREMATORY KELLOGG, IDAHO is entrusted with funeral services.