Thurman E. Curry

Thurman was born to Frank and Zura Curry on March 17, 1930 in Three Rivers, MI.

He was a member of Canaan Baptist Church and remained on the roles until his passing. He was well loved and known through the community of Elkhart. He served his country as a cook in the Army alongside his twin brother, Herman. Everyone can attest to his infamous “Thurman-burgers” as they became known and fondly remember their times spent at his restaurant on Benham Avenue, “Thurman’s” and the many other establishments where he prepared burgers and other succulent delights. He was a good-natured man, patient and kind. He was always reaching out to the underdog, many times at his own expense and detriment.

He leaves behind one living sibling, a sister, Dorothy Curry of Elkhart. Two daughters, Tracy Curry of Orlando, FL and Dale Pitts of Houston, TX, four sons, Keith (Lisa) Curry of Houston, TX, Kevin Curry of Elkhart, Stephen R. (Lori) Jackson of Minneapolis, MN and CD Chandler of Memphis, TN. He is also survived by 21 grand-children, 33 great grand-children and three on the way, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and many many friends. His wife Jennie Mae Curry and their daughter, Bonnie Stewart, his parents and four brothers, Herman (his Twin brother), EJ, LC and James preceded him in death.

Thurman will be laid to peace alongside his wife Jennie in Rice Cemetery and will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered.