John “Jack” Patrick Curran, age 75, of Elkton, MD passed away after a short illness on March 11, 2016. Jack was born on February 26, 1941 to the late, John H. Curran and Dorothy (Klonowski) Curran in Wilmington, DE. Jack served in the United States Army as a Paratrooper and Ranger. He was a militaryContinue Reading
John “Jack” Patrick Curran, age 75, of Elkton, MD passed away after a short illness on March 11, 2016. Jack was born on February 26, 1941 to the late, John H. Curran and Dorothy (Klonowski) Curran in Wilmington, DE.
Jack served in the United States Army as a Paratrooper and Ranger. He was a military advisor in Vietnam multiple times. He retired from the Wilmington Police Force and then started his second career purchasing at JP Morgan Bank. He later retired and moved to Florida where he purchased for Collier County Government. He enjoyed photography, reading, boating, and fishing.
Jack is survived by his wife of 53 years, Janet Curran of Elkton, MD; son, Jack Curran of Elkton, MD; grandsons: Cody Curran, Colton Curran, and James Dowd, Jr. and his wife, Shannon; great-grandchildren: Bailey Dowd and Ethan Dowd; and brother, Ed Curran and his wife, Fran of Wilmington, DE.
He is preceded in death by his daughter, Dawn Curran and brothers: James Curran and Daniel Curran.
A celebration of Jack’s life will be held on Thursday, March 17, 2016 at 8:00 PM at R.T. Foard Funeral Home, P.A., 259 East Main Street, Elkton, MD 21921. A visitation will begin two hours prior to the service beginning at 6:00 PM. A burial for Jack will be held on Friday, March 18, 2016 at 11:00 AM at Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 2465 Chesapeake City Road, Bear, Delaware 19701. Family and friends are to meet at the funeral home at 10:00 AM where they will then leave in procession to the cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made payable to, “Season’s Hospice” or “The Salvation Army” and sent in care of R.T. Foard Funeral Home, P.A. 259 East Main Street, Elkton, MD 21921, or you can visit www.salvationarmy.org.
Janet curran
left a message on March 28, 2016:
Rhonda Tibbetts
left a message on March 22, 2016:
Jack was a great co-worker and friend. Words cannot express my sadness. May the comfort of God help you through this difficult time.
Rhonda Tibbetts
left a message on March 22, 2016:
Jack was a great co-worker and friend. Words cannot express my sadness. May the comfort of God help you through this difficult time.
Tom& Arlene Bailor
left a message on March 18, 2016:
Dearest Janet, We are so sorry for the passing of your dear husband and friend. Jack was the best, a genuine and true gentleman to everyone he met. The thoughts of Jack's generosity fills us up with sweet memories and warm smiles,especially rafting up with you and Jack, his advice and laughter were special to us and made boating an even more fun event. Jan we loved Jack sooo much and will miss him greatly. With much love and affection to you and your family.
Arlene Tom Bailor
left a message on March 18, 2016:
Dearest Janet,We are so sorry for the loss of your dear husband and friend.Jack was a genuine and true gentleman to everyone.The memories of Jack's generosity fills us up with sweet thoughts and smiles,especially rafting up with you and Jack.His laugh was special and embracing to all who met him. Jan we loved Jack and will miss him greatly. With much love and affect!ion, Tom & Arlene Bailor
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Brenda Brilhart and Gary Lytton
left a message on March 17, 2016:
Janet, we will always remember Jack with his laugh and that twinkle in his eye. An amazing man who was devoted to you, the absolute love of his life, and to his family. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. With love from Brenda and Gary.
Ed Pankowski
left a message on March 17, 2016:
May Peace be with the Curran Family upon the passing of Jack ..... An "Officer and Gentleman "..... And caring friend of mine for many years ....
Celeste Greene
left a message on March 17, 2016:
Janet, so very sorry to hear of his passing. I am glad that Dale and I had the opportunity last October to see you and Jack at the reunion. My husband very much enjoyed his conversations with your dear husband. A tragic loss, our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family. xo
Franny Green
left a message on March 16, 2016:
"Janet and family we are so very sorry to hear of Jack's passing. Words alone could not express the sorrow for your loss. Please accept our heartfelt condolences." Maria n Franny Green Lewes, De.
Annemarie
left a message on March 15, 2016:
Janet, I am so sorry for your loss. I know he will be missed greatly by you all. May your loving memories of Jack and the love and support of your family get you through this difficult time. Praying for you all. Annemarie Dowd-Galarneau
Amy (McCarthy) Gooding
left a message on March 15, 2016:
Janet, so sorry to hear of Jack's passing. Always remember his kindness and hospitality when all of us customer service folk would come over for the annual crab feast. Miss those days! You are in my thoughts and prayers.
James Dowd
left a message on March 15, 2016:
Mom-mom not one memory I have of pop-pop doesn't have you in it. You were his rock and his love, through his love for you I myself have learned how to love my family
Judy&Carol Corrigan
left a message on March 15, 2016:
Eddie, so sorry for the loss of your brother Jack. I know growing up he always kept and eye on his brothers. He was a good guy. Judy & Carol Corrigan
Bruce Steinberg
left a message on March 15, 2016:
Had not seen Jack in 30 yrs. was on vice squad with him. Then last year he made contact and we were going to meet this year when you came back to Naples from Md.... was really looking forward to that meeting as Jack said he was going to contact me. A genuine good guy, I am sure he will be missed by family and friends.....
Mike and Vicki Tribout
left a message on March 14, 2016:
God speed to Jack and please accept our sympathy. We are sorry for your loss... We will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Diana DeLeon
left a message on March 14, 2016:
Janet, I'm so sorry. Jack was a great co-worker... very understanding and easy to get along with. I greatly enjoyed our chats. He is in God's memory now. I look forward to seeing him again in the resurrection. (John 5: 28, 29) https://www.jw.org/en/publications/books/jesus/
Marie Collins
left a message on March 14, 2016:
Janet, I'm so very sorry to hear of Jack's passing Keeping you and your family in prayer at this time.
Rhonda (Cummings) Burns
left a message on March 14, 2016:
Janet and Family: Please accept my sincere condolences in the loss of Jack. May the Lord our God comfort you all in this time of sadness. Jack was a great asset to Collier County Government. I still run across the solicitations that he did in this office, and smile. Sincerely, Rhonda (Cummings) Burns
Gordon & Nieves Thompson
left a message on March 14, 2016:
Dearest Janet, we are so sorry to hear of Jack's passing away. He was a great friend and will be missed. Just like you he was loved by everyone. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Christian and Jeanette Stamm
left a message on March 14, 2016:
Mrs. Curran, Chris and I are so very sorry for your loss. We will miss Mr. Curran and have so many great memories. praying for you and your whole family during this difficult time. With Love
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Scott & Irene Johnson
left a message on March 14, 2016:
Janet: We were so sorry to hear about Jack's passing. He always made everyone laugh, and he was a great friend
Ed and Fran Curran
left a message on March 14, 2016:
Jack was the love of my sisters life....he loved her deeply as well as his whole family. Ed was proud to call him brother as I was proud to call him my brother-in-law. When us Manning girls met the Curran boys.....magic happened and Jack & Janet shared 53 magical years together.
Ray and Anna Gralewski
left a message on March 14, 2016:
Janet, Our thoughts and prayers will remain with your family through this difficult time. Although we did not know Jack for but for a brief period of time we enjoyed talking with both of you. He had a great sense of humor and was always so kind. We will always be here if you ever need anything. Love, Ray and Anna Gralewski
Joanne Markiewicz and Karen Oberrath
left a message on March 13, 2016:
Janet... Our thoughts and prayers are with you. You both are missed in Collier County.
Pat Hurka
left a message on March 13, 2016:
Janet, I didn't realize you were living in Elkton now. Have often thought of you and Jack and the past years working wih you. Take care.
Patrick Madamba
left a message on March 13, 2016:
Dear Janet, I Can not begin to tell you the loss I feel for Jack as I feel for my Ruthie, God comfort you always, Pat.
Andrew Markano
left a message on March 13, 2016:
Janet - It's been 30 years since we worked together but I still remember your kindness and my brief conversations with Jack on the phone. Very sorry for your loss.
Elaine and Larry Benson
left a message on March 12, 2016:
So very sad for your loss, Janet. Surrounding you and your family in prayer and peace.
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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Janet curran
left a message on March 28, 2016:
Rhonda Tibbetts
left a message on March 22, 2016:
Jack was a great co-worker and friend. Words cannot express my sadness. May the comfort of God help you through this difficult time.
Rhonda Tibbetts
left a message on March 22, 2016:
Jack was a great co-worker and friend. Words cannot express my sadness. May the comfort of God help you through this difficult time.
Tom& Arlene Bailor
left a message on March 18, 2016:
Dearest Janet, We are so sorry for the passing of your dear husband and friend. Jack was the best, a genuine and true gentleman to everyone he met. The thoughts of Jack's generosity fills us up with sweet memories and warm smiles,especially rafting up with you and Jack, his advice and laughter were special to us and made boating an even more fun event. Jan we loved Jack sooo much and will miss him greatly. With much love and affection to you and your family.
Arlene Tom Bailor
left a message on March 18, 2016:
Dearest Janet,We are so sorry for the loss of your dear husband and friend.Jack was a genuine and true gentleman to everyone.The memories of Jack's generosity fills us up with sweet thoughts and smiles,especially rafting up with you and Jack.His laugh was special and embracing to all who met him. Jan we loved Jack and will miss him greatly. With much love and affect!ion, Tom & Arlene Bailor
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Brenda Brilhart and Gary Lytton
left a message on March 17, 2016:
Janet, we will always remember Jack with his laugh and that twinkle in his eye. An amazing man who was devoted to you, the absolute love of his life, and to his family. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. With love from Brenda and Gary.
Ed Pankowski
left a message on March 17, 2016:
May Peace be with the Curran Family upon the passing of Jack ..... An "Officer and Gentleman "..... And caring friend of mine for many years ....
Celeste Greene
left a message on March 17, 2016:
Janet, so very sorry to hear of his passing. I am glad that Dale and I had the opportunity last October to see you and Jack at the reunion. My husband very much enjoyed his conversations with your dear husband. A tragic loss, our heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your family. xo
Franny Green
left a message on March 16, 2016:
"Janet and family we are so very sorry to hear of Jack's passing. Words alone could not express the sorrow for your loss. Please accept our heartfelt condolences." Maria n Franny Green Lewes, De.
Annemarie
left a message on March 15, 2016:
Janet, I am so sorry for your loss. I know he will be missed greatly by you all. May your loving memories of Jack and the love and support of your family get you through this difficult time. Praying for you all. Annemarie Dowd-Galarneau
Amy (McCarthy) Gooding
left a message on March 15, 2016:
Janet, so sorry to hear of Jack's passing. Always remember his kindness and hospitality when all of us customer service folk would come over for the annual crab feast. Miss those days! You are in my thoughts and prayers.
James Dowd
left a message on March 15, 2016:
Mom-mom not one memory I have of pop-pop doesn't have you in it. You were his rock and his love, through his love for you I myself have learned how to love my family
Judy&Carol Corrigan
left a message on March 15, 2016:
Eddie, so sorry for the loss of your brother Jack. I know growing up he always kept and eye on his brothers. He was a good guy. Judy & Carol Corrigan
Bruce Steinberg
left a message on March 15, 2016:
Had not seen Jack in 30 yrs. was on vice squad with him. Then last year he made contact and we were going to meet this year when you came back to Naples from Md.... was really looking forward to that meeting as Jack said he was going to contact me. A genuine good guy, I am sure he will be missed by family and friends.....
Mike and Vicki Tribout
left a message on March 14, 2016:
God speed to Jack and please accept our sympathy. We are sorry for your loss... We will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Diana DeLeon
left a message on March 14, 2016:
Janet, I'm so sorry. Jack was a great co-worker... very understanding and easy to get along with. I greatly enjoyed our chats. He is in God's memory now. I look forward to seeing him again in the resurrection. (John 5: 28, 29) https://www.jw.org/en/publications/books/jesus/
Marie Collins
left a message on March 14, 2016:
Janet, I'm so very sorry to hear of Jack's passing Keeping you and your family in prayer at this time.
Rhonda (Cummings) Burns
left a message on March 14, 2016:
Janet and Family: Please accept my sincere condolences in the loss of Jack. May the Lord our God comfort you all in this time of sadness. Jack was a great asset to Collier County Government. I still run across the solicitations that he did in this office, and smile. Sincerely, Rhonda (Cummings) Burns
Gordon & Nieves Thompson
left a message on March 14, 2016:
Dearest Janet, we are so sorry to hear of Jack's passing away. He was a great friend and will be missed. Just like you he was loved by everyone. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Christian and Jeanette Stamm
left a message on March 14, 2016:
Mrs. Curran, Chris and I are so very sorry for your loss. We will miss Mr. Curran and have so many great memories. praying for you and your whole family during this difficult time. With Love
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Scott & Irene Johnson
left a message on March 14, 2016:
Janet: We were so sorry to hear about Jack's passing. He always made everyone laugh, and he was a great friend
Ed and Fran Curran
left a message on March 14, 2016:
Jack was the love of my sisters life....he loved her deeply as well as his whole family. Ed was proud to call him brother as I was proud to call him my brother-in-law. When us Manning girls met the Curran boys.....magic happened and Jack & Janet shared 53 magical years together.
Ray and Anna Gralewski
left a message on March 14, 2016:
Janet, Our thoughts and prayers will remain with your family through this difficult time. Although we did not know Jack for but for a brief period of time we enjoyed talking with both of you. He had a great sense of humor and was always so kind. We will always be here if you ever need anything. Love, Ray and Anna Gralewski
Joanne Markiewicz and Karen Oberrath
left a message on March 13, 2016:
Janet... Our thoughts and prayers are with you. You both are missed in Collier County.
Pat Hurka
left a message on March 13, 2016:
Janet, I didn't realize you were living in Elkton now. Have often thought of you and Jack and the past years working wih you. Take care.
Patrick Madamba
left a message on March 13, 2016:
Dear Janet, I Can not begin to tell you the loss I feel for Jack as I feel for my Ruthie, God comfort you always, Pat.
Andrew Markano
left a message on March 13, 2016:
Janet - It's been 30 years since we worked together but I still remember your kindness and my brief conversations with Jack on the phone. Very sorry for your loss.
Elaine and Larry Benson
left a message on March 12, 2016:
So very sad for your loss, Janet. Surrounding you and your family in prayer and peace.
left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.