Stephan Curran (April 15, 1948 - February 12, 2009)

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Stephan Curran

Born in Illinois

60 years

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This memorial website was created to remember Stephan Dale Curran who was born in Peoria, Illinois on April 15, 1948 and passed away on February 12, 2009. He will live forever in our memories and hearts.

Stephan Dale Curran, 60, of New Brockton, AL, formerly of Peoria, passed away at 11:10 p.m. on Thursday, February 12, 2009 at Enterprise Medical Center in Enterprise, AL.

Stephan was born on April 15, 1948 in Peoria, a son of Donald and Charlotte (Niemeier) Curran. He married V. Kay Driggers on December 27, 1968 in New Brockton. His parents and one brother, Donald P. Curran, preceded him in death.

He is survived by his wife, Kay of New Brockton; son, Tim Curran of Enterprise; daughters, Susan (Mark) Matthews of Elba, AL and Stephanie (Greg) Adams of Enterprise; sister, Donna Mason-Rickey and her husband, Bob, of Washington; three grandchildren, Blake Curran, Camery Matthews and Kaydee Matthews; and nephews, Dennis (Pam) Mason of Washington and James Mason of East Peoria.

Prior to moving to Alabama, he attended Manual High School and Christ Lutheran Church in Peoria. He was a Vietnam Veteran, serving in Germany with the U.S. Army.

Stephan loved bowling, fishing, collecting fishing equipment and rooting for the University of Alabama’s Crimson Tide Football. He enjoyed listening to Classical music and Vince Gill. “Go Rest High on the Mountain”, by Vince Gill, was his favorite song.

He was a dedicated thirty-year employee in civil service, working in Computers and Communications at Fort Rucker, Alabama, and earned many awards and commendations.

Stephan loved spending time with his friends and family and was devoted to taking care of his family. He will be remembered as a dedicated employee, husband, father, grandfather and brother.

Graveside services and interment will be at 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 15, 2009, at Parkview Cemetery in Peoria, with his nephew, Dennis, officiating. Visitation will be from 11 a.m. to Noon on Sunday at Clary Funeral Home in Peoria.

A luncheon will follow at the Knights of Columbus, Spalding Council #427, at 7403 North Radnor Road in Peoria.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society’s Road to Recovery Program in Peoria.

Stephan’s Memorial Website and online condolences may be accessed at www.ClaryFunerals.com.

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Susan Curran Matthews

Well its our 1st Thanksgiving without daddy and it just wasnt the same. Even though we had a great time spending with our families there was just a little something missing! Daddy was our turkey carver! It just wasnt right not seeing him sitting at the kitchen table cutting up the bird. Or hearing him gripe at momma that she didnt cook one thing or another and hearing her gripe back saying "Steve you dont cook that for Thanksgiving!!!" This was the 1st year that I didnt make my daddy some deviled eggs or get him an apple pie. I actually picked one up at the store while buying my other pies not thinking that he wouldnt be there to enjoy it. All the little things that we took for granted all these years sure do seem soooooo important now. Like Daddy hollaring at us that we all were getting too loud laughing after we all got finished eating our past Thanksgiving dinners and then he would just have enough and go to bed....lol...I think we all would just get louder just to aggravate him. But he was always up for a reason to go to bed and take a nap!!! I even miss hearing him snore (very loudly i might add...lol) when he would get to sleep! As we move closer to Christmas and a new year, all the joy and anticipation for the holiday season just arent in me this year! Daddy has always been there for everything and this year hes not! It just isnt right! Daddy always wanted his family together for the holidays even on New Years Eve! Even though I know he is always with us its just not the same as having him here in body to enjoy his family as he always did! I love you daddy and miss you more and more everyday!!! Kaydee still talks about you alot and still talks about going fishing with you! I guess I will have to take her and teach her how to fish just like you taught me! We miss you daddy! Happy Thanksgiving! Susie

stephanie curran adams

My most prized memory I have of my daddy is the day he walked me down the aisle at my wedding. It was kinda funny, I kept stepping on my dress and I whispered to him that I was and he just laughed and patted me on my hand. He was funny about weddings and showing emotion but I knew how he felt about me, we all did. The next thing that I remember about me and daddy, we talked alot and were really close. One time in high school I was looking at his keys and he had a nickle with a hole in the center of it that he kept on his key ring, I told him that I wanted it and he told me no, which none of us heard too often from him, well about two months ago now after he was diagnosed with cancer, I was having a pretty rough day thinking about the cancer and all and I had went up to see him, I had been crying but was trying to hide it from him and I had walked outside, he came out and in his hand was that nickle. He gave it to me. It shocked me that he remembered because I didn't remember until that moment that I had said I wanted it. I will cherish that nickle for the rest of my life. To some people it is only worth five cent but to me no one could give me enough money to replace it. I loved my daddy and am missing him dearly. But I know that he is not suffering and that is what gets me through everyday without him. I love you, daddy!

Latest Condolences

stephanie adams

need u here

December 3, 2011

Daddy, I know you know everything that is going on and that you are here with me every step of the way. but it is just so hard not having you here physically. I dont know what the reason is behind all the mess I am having to go through and I cant help but be mad and upset about it. I have so many feelings that remind me so much of the feelings I had when you got sick. Why does this family have to go through all of this???? Did we do something to deserve it or are we being prepared for something worse? I dont think so cause we already went through the worst when we lost you. Momma isnt going anywhere, she is gonna stay here to drive us all crazy. ;-) I just need to know that you hear me at night. I havent stopped talking to you for almost 3 years now and have no intention in stopping. I just need you to talk back, I need to hear you tell me everything is gonna be ok. I guess I better go, I love you daddy and miss you more than anyone will ever know.........until we meet again........

kay

Needing you

September 1, 2011

Honey I am missing you a whole bunch tonight. Sure wish I had your shoulder to lean on next week. Steph is having surgery on her head next Thursday and I need you there to help me get through it. I know she will be fine but it would be a lot better if you were still here with us. Honey I don't think I will ever get over losing you,I miss you more now than I did when you first left. I love you and miss you my Darling. Rest in Peace.

Kay

Missing you

July 29, 2010

Steve it has been a while since I wrote anything I get so down when I realize this is the only way I will ever get to talk to you. Had a really bad day today, It was nearly as bad as going through losing you,We had really gotten close to Jim since your passing and now he is gone,only one thing is good about this, you two are back together again,fishing and drinking beer like it use to be. I still love you today as much or more since the first day or night that I met you. RIP Honey!!

KAY

WIFE

May 6, 2010

HONEY YOU WILL NEVER KNOW HOW MUCH I LOVED YOU AND STILL DO,I CAN NEVER IMAGINE ANY ONE ELSE IN MY LIFE BUT YOU.WE WERE SUPPOSE TO GROW OLD TOGETHER AND YOU HAD TO BE FIRST IN EVERYTHING,YOU COULD HAVE WAITED A FEW MORE YEARS THOUGH.I STILL FEEL AS THOUGH I AM IN A DREAM AND I WILL WAKE UP AT ANYTIME. I LOVE YOU SWEETHEART,WE DIDNT SAY THOSE THREE WORDS OFTEN ENOUGH BUT WE BOTH KNEW HOW THA OTHER FELT.DIXIE,BUDDY, AND BABY MISS YOU TO,I SPEAK TO THEM OFTEN ABOUT YOU AND THEY WILL RUN TO THE FRONT DOOR. I MISS YOU MY LOVE SLEEP TIGHT WITH THE ANGELS UNTIL I GET THERE.

Dave and Sandi Demmin

Love you cousin

March 14, 2009

I say cousin, but we were more fondly known as the bobsy twins. We were only about 10 months apart in age and we were usually always together as youngsters. Everyone thought we were twins. Being an only child, I thought it was just great that they thought that. I don't know if I ever told him just how much he meant to me, but I loved him and he will always remain in my heart as the brother I never had. Dave and I send all of our love and prayers to the whole family.

Love always and forever,

Dave and Sandi Demmin

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