Janet "Jan" Sue Curry

Janet “Jan” Sue Curry was born on January 8, 1944, to Roy T. and Florence Brewer, on a farm in rural Jackson County, near Vallonia, Indiana. On the farm she learned the values of hard work and love of family. Life on the farm was not always easy, but she treasured the memories of her early life. As a child she would have great adventures riding bikes with her friends to geta soda at “Muttown” a local store. Farm life also instilled in Janet a lifelong dislike of chickens. Janet married Robert “Bob” Eugene Curry on November 20, 1966. The couple was blessed with more than 57 years of marriage, two daughters, one business, and four grandchildren. Jan was a dog lover and she and Bob had several great pups throughout their marriage. Jan learned not only about hard work growing up, but she developed a deep love of learning, and she placed a high value on education. Jan attended school at Vallonia and graduated in 1961. Her classmates at Vallonia High School, Class of 1961 created a special bond that was a blessing throughout her life. Jan went on to attend the University of Indianapolis, at that time Indiana Central University, graduating in 1975 with a degree in Business Administration. Jan put this degree to good work when she and Bob decided to open an engineering firm in 1978. Jan was Bob’s right hand in the family business, Curry & Associates, where they worked together for 45 years. Jan was the lifeblood of the company and cared greatly for the employees and clients. Jan shared her love of education and encouraged her daughters, Lori and Lynn, to pursue their dreams, wherever they might lie. This encouragement led the girls to earn no less than 6 degrees, combined. Lynn is an attorney and Lori is an engineer. Jan was an incredible mother, wife and friend to all. Jan encouraged and loved her daughters in every way. She treasured her grandchildren and loved their precious hugs and times together. Janet’s faith in Jesus was the foundation of her life. Her faith journey began as a child at Driftwood Christian Church near Vallonia, where she was active in youth ministries, was baptized and later married to Robert Curry, her best friend and love of her life. Jan was a member of Avon Christian Church for many years and has been blessed by her church family at Bartlett Chappel for the last 30+ years. Jan and Bob also attended Mt. Zion Methodist Churchin Medora when they were spending time at Strawberry Ridge. Janet was thankful for the many wonderful friends the Lord brought into her life. Janet loved life and lived it to the fullest. She cherished her family and friends, and spending time together. She loved being with family and traveling together. She had the gift of hospitality and always made you welcome. She loved her family and loved hosting holiday gatherings and cookouts, bringing together family and friends. These events often included playing Euchre, a life-long love of hers that started on her grandfather’s knee as a toddler. Jan was a sports enthusiast and loved watching Purdue and Butler basketball with her husband. She loved to read, and passed that love to her daughters, who often talked about their fictional friends together. Her love of reading led her to serve at the Washington Township Library, where she was active in Friends of the Library, and served on the Board of Directors for several years. Janet was preceded in death by her mother (Florence), father (Roy T.) and brother (Jack). She is survived by her loving husband Bob, who was her rock of support through life, and especially through this last battle with cancer. Daughters Lynn (John) Barrett, Lori (Michael) Young, grandchildren Darian, Andrew, Henry and Elizabeth. Along with much loved nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends on Friday, January 12, 2024, from 3:00 – 6:30 p.m., Celebration of Life to begin at 6:30pm at Bartlett Chapel Global Methodist Church, 4396 E. Main St., Avon, IN 46123. A second visitation will take place on Saturday, January 13, 2024, from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm at the Johnson Funeral Home, 2005 S. Main St., Vallonia, IN 47281, a Graveside Service will follow in the Vallonia Cemetery. In lieu of flowers please consider donating to The Gideons International or the American Cancer Society in memory of Janet (Jan).

Janet "Jan" Sue Curry

January 8, 1944 - January 6, 2024