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    Mr. Craig LaRue Curry
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    Mr. Craig LaRue Curry

    November 20, 1951 - December 9, 2020

    Mr. Craig LaRue Curry, 69, passed away at 6:24 pm on Wednesday, December 9, 2020 at his residence surrounded by his family. Craig was born on November 20, 1951 in Chicago, IL to Eloise and LaRue (Seams) Curry along with two siblings, Paulette and Michelle Curry. He married the love of his life, Linda Smith, and had five children. Craig attended high school at De La Salle Institute in Chicago, IL. He then attended Bradley University in Peoria, IL majoring in Electrical Engineering. After graduation, he worked as an engineer for Caterpillar for 42 years. Craig was an avid hockey player: he played as a college student, was a youth hockey coach, and worked for many years as a goal judge for the Peoria Rivermen. He also enjoyed football (playing for the last official Bradley University team) and softball. Craig’s remaining children are Sherri (John) Holtz in Orland Park, IL; Rhasaan (Kim) Smith in Dallas/Fort Worth, TX; Tiffany Curry in Little Rock, AK; Dr. Craig Curry II in Phoenix, AZ. He has been blessed with 6 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. One preceded him in death, Brittany Curry. The family will have a memorial service at a later date. Simons Mortuary has been entrusted with the services. Online condolences may be made at SimonsMortuary.com.

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    Mr. Craig LaRue Curry, 69, passed away at 6:24 pm on Wednesday, December 9, 2020 at his residence surrounded by his family. Craig was born on November 20, 1951 in Chicago, IL to Eloise and LaRue (Seams) Curry along with two siblings, Paulette... View Obituary & Service Information

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