John A. Curtis Obituary

We announce the death of John A. Curtis (Bloomington, Illinois), who passed away on June 23, 2026, at the age of 85. John will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his mother Janette Curtis (Beck); his stepmother Eva Curtis (Basara); and his siblings, Marilyn "Marijo" Campbell and Jim Curtis. He is survived by: his father Harley Curtis; his wife Kathy Curtis (Waggoner); his children, Arinne Dickson (Matthew) of Bristol, Illinois and Braden Curtis (Calli); his grandchildren, Rachel, Kerri Dickson, Owen, Rhyle (Ellie), Livia, Tate, Miles and Graham Curtis; and his siblings, Nora Christensen (Harold) of Sioux Falls and Tom Curtis of Greendale. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.

Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church, Bloomington.