Edward Currie
August 15, 2022
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Edward Currie, 88 passed away August 15, 2022 at Taylor House Hospice.
Ed was raised in Melrose, Iowa with his loving parents, Al and Florence Currie. He attended school until his Junior year when the family moved to Des Moines, Iowa. He attended North High School for his senior year and was a star basketball player.
He was a proud veteran in the Korean War.
Ed entered the insurance business in 1955. He accomplished 54 years of service as a company representative and independent agent. He was past president of the Professional Insurance Agents of Iowa, as well as a committee member of the Iowa Insurance Hall of Fame. He owned Vivone’s Tavern from 1989 to 1996, changing the name to Melrose Bar & Grill.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Al and Florence Currie; brother, Gary Currie; sisters, Dee Rush and Maureen Forrest; and daughter-in-law, Rhonda Currie.
Ed is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Betty; son, Mark Currie; and daughter, Jani Ruggieri (Rick). He cherished his five grandchildren, Alex (Alison) Currie, Tyler Currie, Jacey (An) Nguyen, Austin (Kayla) Ruggieri, and Danika (Josh) Roberts. He adored his seven great-grandchildren, Blake, Ava, Bentley, Boston, Alena, Brayton, and Tucker; and many extended family members.
A celebration of life will be held at Jordan Crossing Church, 2183 Grand Avenue, West Des Moines, Iowa (building behind Casey’s). The visitation will begin at 11:00 a.m. with service to begin at 11:45 a.m. on Wednesday, August 24, 2022. Luncheon will follow.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate donations to Taylor House Hospice.
Special thanks to the Veterans Hospital, Unity Point Hospice, and Taylor House Hospice. Their love and compassion are beyond measure.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Rick&Angela Mortoza
08/24/2022
Betty, we are saddened to hear of Ed's passing. Praying he has already reunited with my parents as you two were amazing friends to them over the years. Many fond memories of your close bond with our family growing up. Prayers with your family at this difficult time.
Deondre Gibbs
08/24/2022
Alex and Family, nothing will make this easy for you all, but you have tons of love and support behind you. Ed was great and a very humble man! Sorry to see him go. Much love, Al and I hope to see you soon!
Ashton K
08/23/2022
So sorry to hear about loss of such a great man! Met in a program through Alex! He will be missed! Alex, your family through Bill, is here for you always. Remember this is just a test! We love you and pray that you will stay strong and that your family will heal! God bless!!
Meghan Russo
08/23/2022
Currie Family, we are praying for you and hope everyone stays strong. We remember Ed through grandson, Alex! What a love those two had for each other! Stay strong Alex and family! You have so much in life you have blessed people with and should be proud of!
Steve Kuntz
08/23/2022
Betty, Fred, Joan and I were saddened to hear about Ed's passing. Our old neighborhood was a wonderful place and the Curries were an important part of it. Mom and Dad are the only ones remaining now. Always a pleasure to see you at the store. We will be thinking of you and your family during this difficult time.
Jamie and Patricia Beck
08/23/2022
We are very sorry to hear of Ed's passing. He was always so kind and was a wonderful neighbor. We enjoyed living across the street from you both. You both are in our prayers.
Luann Anderson Rowat
08/22/2022
Betty,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and have been with you since our Equitable gathering in June where your absence was felt by all. Know that Ed is with the angels now, and may our Lord Jesus Christ wrap His comforting arms around you in love.
Markolline Johnson
08/21/2022
Betty, Don't know if you remember me. I'm Einar's wife. Have thought of you often through the years. So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you with love.
John C Kline
08/21/2022
Mark, sorry to learn of your loss. Your dad was always fun to be around. God bless him.
Ed OHair
08/20/2022
I am very sorry to learn of Eds passing. I worked with him at EMC and enjoyed his and Bettys company on agency trips. He was a pleasure to be around and I always enjoyed our association.
Linda Peel
08/20/2022
So blessed to have been a part of your family since you were babies. My Mom worked for your Dad and so enjoyed being a part of his business. He was a great boss to serve under. Sending love to all of you. So difficult to lose your Dad.
Mark Dearden
08/19/2022
Betty, I am so sorry to hear of Ed's passing. The two of you were so nice to me as a young man in the 80's when I worked with you at Equitable Life of Iowa. Mark Dearden