Phoebe Gay Curtis, 52, of Indianapolis, passed away May 6, 2014 at her home with her husband by her side. She was born to Ernest and Essie Keen on Nov 24, 1961 and went to the Indiana School for the Deaf. She was a great homemaker who loved to paint and decorate contemporary designs in the home. She associated with many deaf people who loved her and will miss her. The computer became her best friend once she met a card game like Skipbo only it’s called SpiteNET. It allowed up to 4 players online to play and it became her favorite of all things. Camping became a favorite around the turn of the century, where she was able to meet with many deaf campers. She loved the people who gave her life and her family.
She is survived by husband of 24 years, Paul Curtis; sons, Nicholas Curtis and George Owens; daughter, Renee Owens; grandson, John Paul; grand-daughters, Cassidy, Jasmine, and Abigail; father, Ernest Keen; mother, Essie Griffin. Murl Keen, Everett Keen, Arvine Keen, Donnie Keen, Brian Keen, Shawn Bowling, Robin Chastain, Destiny Gonzalez, Shannon Hoskins are the siblings surviving her. She was preceded in death by her step mother, Nancy Keen and brother, Ronnie Keen.
A memorial will take place at the Greater Indianapolis Deaf Club located at 1917 E 46TH ST, Indianapolis, IN 46205 on May 17, 2014 from 12:00 to 4:00 PM. Bring any of your favorite dishes.
Patrick Wilson Sr says
Our Thoughts and Prayers for Curtis family. May God grace upon this lovely family and comfort them with word of God. We love you and we surely miss you Phoebe Curtis.
Amy Gordon says
Sorry to learn about her passing. Shes sweet lady. She is in no more pain and at peace now in beautiful place. We had our fun moments at NAD/IAD CETA program many years ago.
Our prayers and comfort with her family.
Amy and Tom Gordon
Lee d. Hogue says
Sorry about happen god take care it live is along god bless you in name amen.
Debbie Edwards Dreyer says
It is hard to believe youre gone. You will be sorely missed. My thoughts and Prayers for Curtis and Keen and Owens Family. Youre freedom from painful, smiling upon God. I know you love the lord. I will surely miss you very much and I love you Phoebe. <3
Connie Loper says
Sending heartfelt condolences. She was a cool character that was GONE TOO SOON. Strengths and prayers for family & friends’ comfort.
Bless in Peace,
Connie
Lisa says
We are truly sorry for your loss. Your wife will be missed and she will never be forgotten, may her soul rest in peace.
Tony and Lisa from AZ
Dawn Malone-Huffman says
My deepest condolences goes to the family and friends of Phoebe. Such a sweet and nicest person. R.I.P <3
renee pryor (daughter) says
my condolences go to Paul Curtis and his family , the Curtis family . Phoebe Keen was a wonderful woman I will miss her . And I hurt for here please enjoy your memorial!
I love you mother before and after everything!
Tracy Hoye says
I am sorry to hear. my thoughts and pray for paul curtis’ families. May god give them comforts and I forgive you and Phoebe curtis.
Tracy Hoye
from Minnesota