Currie, Edward (1934-2022)

CURRIE, RUSH, FORREST

Posted By: Ken Wright (email)
Date: 8/22/2022 at 15:15:15

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.

Service Details

VISITATION:
Wednesday, August 24, 2022
11:00 am - 11:45 am
Jordan Crossing Church
2183 Grand Avenue
West Des Moines, Iowa
SERVICE:
Wednesday, August 24, 2022
11:45 am
Jordan Crossing Church
2183 Grand Avenue
West Des Moines, Iowa
ARRANGEMENTS:
Hamilton's Southtown Funeral Home
5400 SW 9th Street
Des Moines, Iowa 50315
(515) 285-3911