Curtis Allen Lersch, 82, of Cherry Valley passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his loving family. Born August 24, 1938 in Rockford. Son of Floyd and Marie (Yaunt) Lersch. United in marriage to Barbara Aaronson on August 8, 1960 in Farmington, MO. Employed as a Material Handler at MTE Hydraulics Inc. in Rockford for several years retiring in 2000. Curtis found enjoyment in playing guitar, going fishing, listening to country music, playing poker, going to casinos and spending time with friends and family.
Survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Barbara; children, Allen (Karin), Arlene Gerdes, Adam; grandchildren, Amanda Lersch, Logan (Sydney) Lersch, Jack York, James York, Austin Lersch, Tyler Lersch; great-grandchildren, Kya Lersch, Dominic Rivas, Bodhi Rivas, Finley Lersch, Gabe Swanson, Mya Montey, Levi State; sister, Carol Spangler; son-in-law, Dave Gerdes; several nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents; siblings, Rose McLard, Dennis Lersch, Beverly Johnson. Family wishes to thank Transitions Hospice for their loving care for Curtis.
Private Family Services are being held at Sunset Funeral Home. Burial in Sunset Memorial Gardens. To share a condolence www.sunsetmemgardens.com
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