Lieutenant Robert Curry age 39, of Woolmarket passed away Thursday, August 14, 2008 in Gulfport. He was killed in a motorcycle accident on Highway 49 in Orange Grove. The driver of another vehicle turned in front of his department motorcyle, causing the collision.
Lieutenant Curry began his employment with the Gulfport Police Department December 1, 1994, after having served his country in the United States Air Force during the Gulf War. He was currently serving as a lieutenant for the traffic division and district supervisor for Orange Grove. Lt. Curry was the current president of the S.T.O.R.M. organization, after serving as secretary for many years. He was a hostage negotiator for Gulfport Police Department and a Master DUI instructor. He served as a DUI officer for several years, and was also a master SFST instructor. Lt. Curry was a member of MLEOA, PBA, and attended Coalville United Methdist Church. He also worked at Harrison County Police Academy as an instructor. Lt. Curry held numerous law enforcement certifications and received numerous letters of appreciation during his career. He enjoyed racing, fishing, and playing softball. He also enjoyed training and instructing law enforcement and civilians in various areas.
"Rob's death is a tremendous loss to our police family. He has always embodied that which makes law enforcement an admirable job. There has never been a question as to his love of the job and the love of his fellow officers. Rob has recently been assigned as the Officer In Charge and operated a motorcycle every day. It quickly became obvious his love of the motorcycle unit was fulfilling for him and a benefit to the traffic goals of the city."
Lt. Curry was preceded in death by his father, Richard Curry; and his sister, Patricia Curry. Survivors include his loving wife of 13 years, Leslee Morrow Curry; daughter, Krysten Curry; son, Trevor Curry; mother, Dorothy (Bob) Gibson of New York; brothers, Jeff (Mary) Curry of New Hampshire and Steve (Ann) Curry of New York; nephew, Brandon (Kelly) Clark of Gulfport; and many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held Sunday, August 17, 2008, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 11280 Three Rivers Rd., Gulfport. Funeral service will be Monday, August 18, 2008, at 11:00 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church in Gulfport. Visitation will be at the church from 10:00 until service.
Interment will follow in Coalvillie Cemetery.
"Rob" as he was called, was a good friend. His funeral was very sad and emotional for all. The most emotional moment of his service was at graveside. With his motorcycle running and radio on public address for all to hear, "The LAST CALL of SERVICE" was announced. The radio operator of Gulfport called his unit number "107" three times, and with no response, she announced that"Gulfport 107" was 10-7, meaning he was out of service.
Lieutenant Curry began his employment with the Gulfport Police Department December 1, 1994, after having served his country in the United States Air Force during the Gulf War. He was currently serving as a lieutenant for the traffic division and district supervisor for Orange Grove. Lt. Curry was the current president of the S.T.O.R.M. organization, after serving as secretary for many years. He was a hostage negotiator for Gulfport Police Department and a Master DUI instructor. He served as a DUI officer for several years, and was also a master SFST instructor. Lt. Curry was a member of MLEOA, PBA, and attended Coalville United Methdist Church. He also worked at Harrison County Police Academy as an instructor. Lt. Curry held numerous law enforcement certifications and received numerous letters of appreciation during his career. He enjoyed racing, fishing, and playing softball. He also enjoyed training and instructing law enforcement and civilians in various areas.
"Rob's death is a tremendous loss to our police family. He has always embodied that which makes law enforcement an admirable job. There has never been a question as to his love of the job and the love of his fellow officers. Rob has recently been assigned as the Officer In Charge and operated a motorcycle every day. It quickly became obvious his love of the motorcycle unit was fulfilling for him and a benefit to the traffic goals of the city."
Lt. Curry was preceded in death by his father, Richard Curry; and his sister, Patricia Curry. Survivors include his loving wife of 13 years, Leslee Morrow Curry; daughter, Krysten Curry; son, Trevor Curry; mother, Dorothy (Bob) Gibson of New York; brothers, Jeff (Mary) Curry of New Hampshire and Steve (Ann) Curry of New York; nephew, Brandon (Kelly) Clark of Gulfport; and many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held Sunday, August 17, 2008, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 11280 Three Rivers Rd., Gulfport. Funeral service will be Monday, August 18, 2008, at 11:00 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church in Gulfport. Visitation will be at the church from 10:00 until service.
Interment will follow in Coalvillie Cemetery.
"Rob" as he was called, was a good friend. His funeral was very sad and emotional for all. The most emotional moment of his service was at graveside. With his motorcycle running and radio on public address for all to hear, "The LAST CALL of SERVICE" was announced. The radio operator of Gulfport called his unit number "107" three times, and with no response, she announced that"Gulfport 107" was 10-7, meaning he was out of service.
Lieutenant Robert Curry age 39, of Woolmarket passed away Thursday, August 14, 2008 in Gulfport. He was killed in a motorcycle accident on Highway 49 in Orange Grove. The driver of another vehicle turned in front of his department motorcyle, causing the collision.
Lieutenant Curry began his employment with the Gulfport Police Department December 1, 1994, after having served his country in the United States Air Force during the Gulf War. He was currently serving as a lieutenant for the traffic division and district supervisor for Orange Grove. Lt. Curry was the current president of the S.T.O.R.M. organization, after serving as secretary for many years. He was a hostage negotiator for Gulfport Police Department and a Master DUI instructor. He served as a DUI officer for several years, and was also a master SFST instructor. Lt. Curry was a member of MLEOA, PBA, and attended Coalville United Methdist Church. He also worked at Harrison County Police Academy as an instructor. Lt. Curry held numerous law enforcement certifications and received numerous letters of appreciation during his career. He enjoyed racing, fishing, and playing softball. He also enjoyed training and instructing law enforcement and civilians in various areas.
"Rob's death is a tremendous loss to our police family. He has always embodied that which makes law enforcement an admirable job. There has never been a question as to his love of the job and the love of his fellow officers. Rob has recently been assigned as the Officer In Charge and operated a motorcycle every day. It quickly became obvious his love of the motorcycle unit was fulfilling for him and a benefit to the traffic goals of the city."
Lt. Curry was preceded in death by his father, Richard Curry; and his sister, Patricia Curry. Survivors include his loving wife of 13 years, Leslee Morrow Curry; daughter, Krysten Curry; son, Trevor Curry; mother, Dorothy (Bob) Gibson of New York; brothers, Jeff (Mary) Curry of New Hampshire and Steve (Ann) Curry of New York; nephew, Brandon (Kelly) Clark of Gulfport; and many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held Sunday, August 17, 2008, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 11280 Three Rivers Rd., Gulfport. Funeral service will be Monday, August 18, 2008, at 11:00 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church in Gulfport. Visitation will be at the church from 10:00 until service.
Interment will follow in Coalvillie Cemetery.
"Rob" as he was called, was a good friend. His funeral was very sad and emotional for all. The most emotional moment of his service was at graveside. With his motorcycle running and radio on public address for all to hear, "The LAST CALL of SERVICE" was announced. The radio operator of Gulfport called his unit number "107" three times, and with no response, she announced that"Gulfport 107" was 10-7, meaning he was out of service.
Lieutenant Curry began his employment with the Gulfport Police Department December 1, 1994, after having served his country in the United States Air Force during the Gulf War. He was currently serving as a lieutenant for the traffic division and district supervisor for Orange Grove. Lt. Curry was the current president of the S.T.O.R.M. organization, after serving as secretary for many years. He was a hostage negotiator for Gulfport Police Department and a Master DUI instructor. He served as a DUI officer for several years, and was also a master SFST instructor. Lt. Curry was a member of MLEOA, PBA, and attended Coalville United Methdist Church. He also worked at Harrison County Police Academy as an instructor. Lt. Curry held numerous law enforcement certifications and received numerous letters of appreciation during his career. He enjoyed racing, fishing, and playing softball. He also enjoyed training and instructing law enforcement and civilians in various areas.
"Rob's death is a tremendous loss to our police family. He has always embodied that which makes law enforcement an admirable job. There has never been a question as to his love of the job and the love of his fellow officers. Rob has recently been assigned as the Officer In Charge and operated a motorcycle every day. It quickly became obvious his love of the motorcycle unit was fulfilling for him and a benefit to the traffic goals of the city."
Lt. Curry was preceded in death by his father, Richard Curry; and his sister, Patricia Curry. Survivors include his loving wife of 13 years, Leslee Morrow Curry; daughter, Krysten Curry; son, Trevor Curry; mother, Dorothy (Bob) Gibson of New York; brothers, Jeff (Mary) Curry of New Hampshire and Steve (Ann) Curry of New York; nephew, Brandon (Kelly) Clark of Gulfport; and many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held Sunday, August 17, 2008, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 11280 Three Rivers Rd., Gulfport. Funeral service will be Monday, August 18, 2008, at 11:00 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church in Gulfport. Visitation will be at the church from 10:00 until service.
Interment will follow in Coalvillie Cemetery.
"Rob" as he was called, was a good friend. His funeral was very sad and emotional for all. The most emotional moment of his service was at graveside. With his motorcycle running and radio on public address for all to hear, "The LAST CALL of SERVICE" was announced. The radio operator of Gulfport called his unit number "107" three times, and with no response, she announced that"Gulfport 107" was 10-7, meaning he was out of service.
