Final Salute

James (Jim) Anthony Curry, age 79, entered into the arms of his Savior on Tuesday, October 27th, 2026. He was preceded in death by the love of his life and wife of more than 40 years, Karen Joy Curry, his father and mother, James T. and Wanda Curry, and his father and mother-in-law, Peter and Kathryn Koop, and brother, Dennis Curry.

He will be deeply missed by his three daughters, Nicole (Dan) Geluso, Dawn Curry, and Shannon Parks, his four grandchildren Hannah (James) Souter, CJ Geluso, Isaac (Riley) Parks and Emma Chapton, son-in-law Joe Parks. Jim is survived by his sister, Leatha Mienko, sister-in-law, Carol Curry, brother-in-law, Bruce Koop, sister-in-law, Dawn (Dave) Briggs, nieces and nephews, and many friends (especially the Corner Boys at 6th Street Hall).

Jim was a proud Navy Veteran, serving 2 tours in Vietnam with the Navy Seabees. He stayed sharp through his enjoyment of daily sudokus and word puzzles. Jim was a devoted father and grandfather. He will be remembered for his unwavering courage, strength and love. Jim had a deep faith in God and passed it along to his family, which will leave a legacy for generations to come.

The family would like to express sincere gratitude to the Corewell Health 4 West Nursing Staff and Corewell Health Hospice for their compassionate care.

The Funeral Service will be held Tuesday, November 3rd at Arsulowicz Brothers Mortuaries, 3525 Remembrance Road NW, Walker, MI 49534 at 11am. The family will receive visitors Monday, November 2nd from 6-8pm at Arsulowicz Brothers Mortuaries and Tuesday, one hour prior to service.