Dick was a pilot in the U.S. Army from 1951-1954 and served 14 months in Korea, receiving many awards and commendations for meritorious service. He earned his bachelor's and master's degrees at the University of Nebraska. During his career as a certified professional agronomist, Dick and Edie moved to many areas of the country, settling in Fremont in the early 1990's. In almost 66 years of marriage, they moved more than 20 times.
Dick was a member of the First United Methodist Church, a 50-year member and Past Master of Fremont Masonic Lodge No. 15 A.F & A.M., Omaha Scottish Rite, Tangier Shrine Center, Past President of Fremont Shriners Club, Sojourners Heroes of '76-Joseph Warren Camp Chapter 19 of Omaha, and Eastern Star Chapter 216 of Herman, Nebraska.
He is survived by his children, Steven Curley, Christine (Kevin) Finson, Bradley (Glenda) Curley; grandchildren Erin Curley, Sean Curley, Tyler Curley, Carrie Finson, Megan (Matthew) Buse, Lauren (Matthew) Elwood, and Emma Curley; great-grandchildren Gabriella, Ivy and Savannah Buse; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers, Robert Curley and Lyle Curley.
The funeral service will be Friday, July 21, at 10:00 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church in Fremont with Reverends Bill and Melissa Gepford officiating. Following a lunch, the committal will be in the Craig Cemetery with military honors by the Fremont Honor Guard (American Legion Post 20 and VFW Post 854). Memorials are suggested to the Stained Glass Window Fund at the First United Methodist Church. Visitation will be at the Ludvigsen Mortuary Chapel on Thursday, July 20, 3:00-8:00 p.m. with family receiving friends 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Online guestbook @ www.ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(3)
Jim gatewood
Sioux City, IA Thursday, July 20, 2017 It was my honor an pleasure to have known Dick. Our thoughts and prayers to you all for your loss..Dixie Voss
North Bend, NE Wednesday, July 19, 2017 Dear Family of Dick,I first met your Mom when I started volunteering at the hospital, we did not know at that time we would sit together and have a first cup of coffee every Monday morning for the next 17 years. When your dad started picking up your mom after we finished, he to became one of our group. He often brought "goodies" that he fresh picked from his garden. We shared a lot of laughter and love. Our group was special, we were close, sharing good times and bad. I will miss both of your parents a great deal, they were a special couple. Gods blessings on them both as they rest in peace..With our sympathy, Dixie and Don Voss
Richard and Brenda Davis
Topeka, KS Wednesday, July 19, 2017 Thoughts and prayers to all of youRichard, Brenda, Kurtis, Katie and Aaron