Robert F. Curry Sr. passed away peacefully on May 12, 2025. In the 78 years that Bob lived, he was so many things to so many people. He was a son, a brother, a wonderful husband, a loving dad, a proud Pop Pop, a well-loved uncle and friend, and a true hero. Bob deeply loved God, his country, his family and friends.
Bob dedicated his life to service, in the military, as a firefighter, and in his community at IHM church and as a 3rd degree member of the Knights of Columbus.
Bob proudly served in the United States Army. Following his military service, Bob continued to serve his community and carry on a family tradition as a proud member of the Philadelphia Fire Dept for over 3 decades. Bob later worked as a fire safety inspector for Marriott International where he enjoyed working with a great team, travelling and meeting people from all over the world. Known for his straightforwardness, calm demeanor, compassion for those in need, and steadfast friendship, he left a lasting impact on those he served and those he worked alongside.
In his retirement, Bob enjoyed family vacations, all family gatherings, golfing and playing poker with his buddies, volunteering to serve the community with his fellow Knights, and boxing with Allison and the team at Neuro Fitness Therapy. Bob always looked on the bright side of life and his standard reply when asked how he was doing was “Better than good!” His legacy of service, love, and dedication will forever be cherished by his family and friends.
Bob is survived by daughter, Catherine; sons Robert (Renee) and Sean (Connie); grandchildren, Karlee, Victoria, Kaelin and Connor, brother Andrew; sisters Mary Ann McGill, Patricia Kelly and Lynda Szybowski; longtime partner of brother Stephen, Patty Hearty; sister in law Cathy Felt (Steve) and brother in law Patrick Everly Sr (Kathleen); many nieces and nephews, great nieces/nephews and great, great nieces/nephews and many loving friends and family members. He was predeceased by his loving and dedicated wife, Theresa M Curry (née Everly); parents Andrew and Mary Curry; brother Stephen Curry.
A viewing will take place on Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 10:30 AM at Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, 4701 Weldin Road, Wilmington, Delaware 19803. A Mass of Chrisitan Burial will follow at 12:30 PM. Burial will be at Saints Peter and Paul Cemetery in Springfield, Pennsylvania, at which time Bob’s military service will be honored.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Tunnel to Towers or a charity of your choosing.
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