July 15, 1950 – March 23, 2025
With deep sorrow and full hearts, we announce the passing of Ken Curry—a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He left this world at age 74 after an eight-year battle with pancreatic cancer.
Born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana in 1950, Ken was the oldest of three brothers. As a child, he lived overseas in Holland and traveled extensively with his family—sparking a lifelong love of adventure.
Ken was a proud Eagle Scout, studied religion and theater, earned an MBA, and pursued a wide range of passions like good food, travel, history, antiques, music, and woodworking. He had an eye for collecting and a gift for building things with care. He loved the arts—especially theater. He acted in countless plays and musicals, and singing in choirs brought him joy.
In 1983, he married Wanda, the love of his life, and together they raised two daughters, Rebecca (married to Steven) and Anna (married to Ian) in Texas, Oregon and Mississippi. He later followed his dream of settling in the mountains of Estes Park, Colorado where he felt most at home and spent several summers working at Cheley Camps. He enjoyed being “Grandpa” to Ruby and Arlo, who lit up his world.
Ken made us think, made us laugh, and—above all—made us feel loved and supported. We are heartbroken to say goodbye, but we are grateful he is at peace.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Ed and Betty, and his brother Bob. He is survived by his wife Wanda, his daughters and their families, his brother Rick, and a wide circle of family and friends who will miss him deeply. We will carry his memory and spirit with us always.
A memorial service will be held in Estes Park this summer, with details to follow. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Estes Valley Land Trust or A Thousand Summers.
