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Dr. William M. Curtis |
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William M. Curtis of Lancaster, went home to his Lord and Savior
on Thursday, November 10, 2011 at LGH.
He was born
in Buffalo, NY to Beatrice and William Curtis Jr. PA and MA were
the states that he grew up in.
He accepted a
navy scholarship to the University of Utah. There he met Beverly
Hills who became his wife. He received a Bachelor of Science,
Univ. of Utah, 1954 [Mechanical/Aeronautical Engineering] and they
had a daughter.
They then
moved to Texas where they had a son and another daughter. This is
where they accepted Jesus Christ as their savior.
Bill loved
serving his savior, time with family, bike riding with the Red
Rose Rockets and the Lancaster Bike Club, serving as chaplain with
the Civil Air Patrol, teaching, research and writing books and
letters to the editors. His last one appeared in the paper this
week.
William had
basically two careers. Engineering and Scientific and Biblical
Ministry.
The former
included 20 years in the aerospace industry in Texas and MD,
receiving a further degree Master of Science, Southern Methodist
Univ., 1963 [Aeronautics & Nuclear Physics] Among the projects he
worked on were the B-58, F-111 and the A-10.
The latter
included 9 years in college positions, administration and teaching
science, math and theology at Washington Bible College and LBC, 8
years in the pastorate and more than 21 years in scientific and
Biblical research. The following degrees were obtained: Doctor of
Theology,
Trinity Theological Seminary, 1988 [Special Revelation Major] and
Master of Theology, Capital Bible Seminary, 1976 [Greek & Hebrew
Major]. He and his wife founded the Institute for Scientific and
Biblical Research including Creation Forums, writing and
lecturing.
He is
survived by his wife, Beverly Curtis, 3 children and their
spouses, Cindee Bagley, William Curtis IV, Tammie Radcliffe, 5
grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren and one in the womb, and 2
brothers James Curtis and Charles Curtis all of whom loved him
deeply and will miss him very much.
There will be
visitation on Sunday, November 13, from 6 until 8:30 PM at Harvest
Bible Church (160 Schoolhouse Road, Lancaster). The funeral is
Monday, November 14 at 11:00 at Grace Baptist Church (1899 Marietta
Ave.,
Lancaster) followed by lunch and graveside service. Interment
will take place in Millersville Mennonite Cemetery. In lieu of
flowers, kindly send a contribution in Bill’s memory to Washington
Bible College/Capital Seminary, 6511 Princess Garden Parkway,
Lanham MD 20706. To send an online condolence, please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com. Arrangements by Charles F. Snyder Jr.
Funeral Home & Crematory 717-560-5100 |
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We remember Bill fondly for his contribution
at the start of Heritage Academy in Hagerstown,MD.
We will remember Bill,also for his desire to make the truth
known in his writing
, his teaching and his living. We are asking God to put His
arms of comfort around Bev and the family.
Ralph and Becky Wyand
dear bev you have been married to a truly
christian man i will miss seeing him on sundays i know he is
doing great work in heaven
evelyn
"Aunt Bev," and everyone,
I have such fond memories of visiting you all in Maryland when I
was a kid, and especially some memorable conversations with
"Uncle" Bill. I know he and my Dad are together again at Jesus'
side.
Best wishes,
Joel Satterlee
Dear Ones,
Our hearts and prayers surround you. Find solace in The Word,
each other, and His promise. In the words of the traditional
English hymn "Be thou my Vision:
High King of heaven when battle is done,
Grant heaven's joy to me O bright heaven's sun,
Christ of my own her, whatever befall,
Shall be my vision, O Ruler of all.
Love,
Carol and George Airasian
In Memory
William M Curtis III has had two remarkable careers, as a
Scientist
and a Pastor and, Dear Bev, you and he, have had a good and
fruitful life together. Well done!
When we met you and Cousin Billy in Australia, We met a man with
a natural
humility and confidence in his knowledge and his faith, and a
woman who
was the same in spirit.
With respect to John Donne’s famous sermon, Cousin Billy’s
passing does not diminish us but the example you and Billy lived
and displayed, inspires and encourages us in our lives.
Always in our hearts
John & Roberta Gollogly
14 Lautrec Street
Bracken Ridge Q 4017
Australia
In the words of the song, "Thank you for
giving to the Lord; for I was a life that was changed." Bill
and Bev made an impact on my life as a young Christian at
Hagerstown Independent Church, and on my husband's life in a
class that Bill taught at Washington Bible College. what a
privilege we had to spend a weekend with Bill and Bev just days
before he went to heaven! Eternity will tell what Bill's total
commitment to God and His work meant on this earth.
With Much Love and Fond Remembrances,
Sue and Doug Redman
I remember many good times that we had
together through the years. Bill Curtis was not only my Dad's
cousin, but a very good friend to him and our entire family.
He will be greatly missed by all. We are encouraged by the fact
that he is now with my Dad in Heaven, and they are surely
enjoying each other's company again.
We look forward to the day when we are all together in
Heaven,but until then- we will enjoy our memories of good times
together. Our deepest condolences to his friends and family.
May Jesus wrap His loving arms around you all and comfort you
through this challenging time. God bless you all!
Love n prayers-Sue Slating( eldest daughter of David and Sharon
Satterlee)
Dear Bev,
Although we were unable to be present at today's service--Cathy
was scheduled for a follow-up to her October total knee
replacement--we have been remembering you before the Throne.
We trust that God's gracious comfort will be yours every day.
Yours in Christ,
Henry and Cathy Heijermans
Dear Bev and Family,
Please accept our sympathy and prayers at this time in the
homegoing of your dear loved one. He certainly left a great
legacy and was a tremendous testimony for our Lord.
Sincerely,
Bob and Jayne Becker
Dear Bev,
I was so sad to hear of Bill's passing. I know you and Bill
will someday see each other again which brings comfort but in
this very sad time please know that prayers are with you are
your family. He is a very accomplished man and you are very
special. You were such a blessing to my children as their
kindergarten teacher. Thank you for all you did for them and
meant to them. Psalm 116:15 tells us how the Lord views the
death of His loved ones. We will all be there with Jesus so
soon. Please know you are loved by many.
With much love,
Charlotte Bendell
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