Franklin "Pete" Roosevelt Curry, 75, of Greensboro, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 17, 2010 after being in declining health since 2005. A funeral service will be held at 2 PM on Saturday, March 20 at Fair Funeral Home Chapel in Eden. Burial will follow in Lakeview Cemetery on Hwy 29 in Greensboro. Mr. Curry was born April 29, 1934 in Rockingham County, son of the late Arthur Thomas and Lillie Stratton Curry. He was a retiree of City of Greensboro having been an operator of heavy equipment. For 25+ years he had a booth at the Eden Flea Market and was known as "the book man". Mr. Curry was a man that truly enjoyed life. He loved playing golf and spent a lot of time at Monroeton Golf Course. Wednesday nights found him playing cards with his son Randy and spending time with Randy and his "favorite daughter-in-law", Sherri. It seemed he had special things he did with all of his family; beach trips with his daughter, Rhonda and her husband, Rusty; family get-togethers at his younger daughter, Jennifer's and her husband, David's home; enjoyed all the time spent with his wife, Shirley and her sister, Betsy and husband, Johnny; and visits from his sister, Wilma and his most recent visit with his brother-in-law, Wayne Finney. Surviving is his wife of 51 years, Shirley Finney Curry of the home; daughters, Rhonda Bunker and husband, Rusty of Thomasville and Jennifer Paschal and husband, David of Asheboro; son, Randy Curry and wife, Sherri of Kernersville; five grandchildren, Randi Lynn Curry, Taylor Ward, Paul Ward, Wyatt Paschal, and Rhiannon Curry; sisters, Wilma Jones, Margaret Young, and Treva Curry all of Eden; brother, William Curry of Reidsville; numerous special nieces and nephews; and special friend, Peggy Mullins. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by four brothers and six sisters. The family will receive friends Friday evening, 7 - 9 PM at Fair Funeral Home. Online condolences may be offered to the Curry family at www.fairfuneralhome.com
To my friend Randy, and the rest of the family...I'm very sorry for your loss. Pop will be missed! ~Andy
Andy Moss
Dear Shirley, Rhonda, Randy and Jennifer: I am so sorry to here about your husband and dad. At this time I want you all and your families to know that you are in my thoughts. If I can be of any help or if you just need someone to talk to, please call me. Love you all, Kathy, Phil, Andrew and Brandon Gray
Kathy Gray
No words can express how my heart breaks for you all. We can all can take solice in knowing that his is with his parents, sisters, and brothers once more. He is in a better place with no pain or sickness. Take heart in the fact that you will see him again. His love for you has no end; it will always surround you.
kimberlee watkins and family
My deepest condolences Shirley. I love you and my thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. much love Shirley and son Guy Jr.
Shirley Dickens Edwards
Randy and family. We send our sympathy to you at this sad time. We have many wonderful memories of the days with Pops. He was a kind and gentle man and I enjoyed the little talks we had. May the arms that welcomed your loved one into heaven be the same arms that hold your heart today. If you need anything...just call. Joy & Justin
Joy & Justin Stancevic
Shirley, Rhonda and Randy, I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of Pete. He was such a good man, and will be missed. I loved his personality. I remember when I worked with him for the city, and he would ramble through stuff people threw out, and I would ask him "Pete what are you doing," and would say "you never know what people throw out" and all I could do was just shake my head. He was funny. I know Mama Clapp is glad to see him because as you know, she thought the sun rose and set in that man. Louise and Lenice are glad to see him as well. The last time I seen him was at Wal-Mart and he was the same 'ol Pete that I have known all my life. Again, sorry to hear of his passing. You are in my heart and prayers. Remember this: If God lead you to it, He will lead you through it. Love to you all..............
Vicki Clapp
Jennifer, I'm so sorry I forgot to put your name on the last condolence, I didn't mean to. Your Daddy loved you and would talk about you a lot when I worked with him. Another thing I remember about your Dad, when I was working with him, we were standing around smoking and I felt something in my back pocket and I told Pete about it and pulled it out and it was a big milk-bone that I forgot to give my dog that morning, and he said "well, I guess you brought your lunch today." And we stood there and just laughed, and he shook his head to me, and said "you ain't right." And I told him he wasn't either, and of course he agreed, but that was your Daddy and he loved you. Sorry for your loss........You are in my heart and prayers.
Vicki Clapp
stay strong randy he was a good man and so are you
steve
Rhonda and Rusty God is our strength, a very help in times of sorrow. May God give you strength for today and hope for the future as you look forward to seeing your father again some day. You are in our prayers.
Larry and Sarah Webb
Rhonda and Rusty, I had planned to come to the visitation tonight but we have a death in our church that I am preparing food for. I am thinking about you both. You are in my prayers. If at all possible, I may try to get to the funeral tomorrow. Again, take care and know that you serve a God that will see you through this difficult time. In Christ Love, Lynn Garner
Lynn Garner
We know your heart is aching and wish we could ease the pain but it is beyond our feeble abilities. But we know you know the Lord and we are confident He can and will give you the comfort we can't give. We are keeping you in our prayers and praying for God's special closeness with you during this difficult time.
Barbara Foster
To Aunt Shirley,Rhonda,Randy and Jenny I am SORRY on the loss of Uncle Pete he was a great man who was loved dearly he will forever be missed I LOVE YOU ALL! My familys thoughts and prayers are with you all
Mark Evans
Shirley, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I didn't know your husband but apparently he was a good man. God bless you.
Barbara Sartin Belcher
Rhonda and Rusty, our simple words can fade with time but the word of God lasts forever take comfort in Him, "One thing I ask of the LORD, this is what I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, to gaze upon the beauty of the LORD and to seek him in his temple. For in the day of trouble he will keep me safe in his dwelling; he will hide me in the shelter of his tabernacle and set me high upon a rock." Psalm 27:4-5. We love you both, and are praying for you in this season in your lives. God Bless <><
Kyle, Erin and Caleb Sacra
Shirley, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. May God be with you and your family at this time.
Robert Cross
Shirley, I am so sorry about Pete. I know you are devastated. You are in my prayers daily.
Anne Johnson
Shirley, Rhonda, Jennifer, and Randy, I am sorry to hear of Pete's passing; and know the pain and sorrow you all feel. God will contuine to be with you all and help with your loss. You know that Pete was a great man with a great look on life. I am sorry that I haven't been able to come for a visit during this time but you folks are in my mind, prayers and heart. I hope to to able to visit soon. Sincerly, Laura Luther
Laura Luther
Mr. and Mrs. Bunker, Praying God will comfort you during this time, and that through the pain, you will cling to the goodness of God and look forward to the day we will one day see Him face to face. Thank you both for the example you are to the kids here at BCH. love in Christ, Lauren Johnson
Lauren Johnson
Mrs Curry, I've played golf with Frank at AK9 Monroeton Golf club many times over the past few years. He will be missed. I'm sorry for your loss. Ben Blankenship Oak Ridge, NC
Ben Blankenship
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