Neil Curry

Commander Neil C. Curry, 71, of Perkasie, died Monday, February 19 at Doylestown Hospital following a brief illness. Born in Philadelphia, he was a son of Joy (Masteller) Curry of Ft. Myers, FL and the late Mulford Curry. He was a graduate of Hatboro-Horsham High School and received a Bachelor's Degree in elementary education and a Master's Degree in Education from Temple University, Philadelphia. He was an active duty Naval Flight Officer for 8 ½ years, then continued in the reserves while teaching mostly science at Hancock & Knapp Elementary Schools and Pennbrooke Middle School in the North Penn School District for a total of 27 years before retiring. Neil was a baseball and soccer coach for the Deep Run Sports Association for many years. He loved running and was happiest when outdoors in any season. He was an avid antique and classic car enthusiast and enjoyed restoring and placing his cars in shows. He was a member of the American Motors Organization. Previously, he was a member of the Lenape Valley Presbyterian Church, New Britain where he had served as Deacon. He is survived by his wife of almost 50 years, Linda (Hovey) Curry and three children: Kristin Applegate, husband Jim, Quakertown; Kevin Curry, wife Colleen of Chalfont and Kathleen "Kate" Croll, husband Michael of Telford; and his brother, William Curry, wife Karen of Perkasie. He was delighted to be in the company of and was so proud of his beloved grandchildren: Matt & Tyler Applegate, Maggie & Connor Curry and Shawn, Branden & Ali Croll. Also his nephews Bill, Chuck, Jon and neice Heather. Funeral services will be held 7:30 PM Sunday, Feb. 25 with a calling period from 6 - 7:30 PM. Interment will be at the convenience of the family in Washington Crossing National Cemetery, Newtown. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions should be directed to Guardians of the National Cemetery, P O Box 233, Newtown, PA 18940-0233 or www.guardiansofthenationalcemetery.org