Curtis Merle Malaise
Passed: July 27, 2019
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Curtis Merle Malaise
Passed: July 27, 2019
Obituary
Curtis Merle Malaise, age 70, of Litchfield Park, AZ died July 27, 2019, in Litchfield Park. He was born December 5, 1948, in Ottawa, IL to Merle and Mellisa Malaise. He served as a mechanic in the US Army from 1968 to 1971 and was a veteran of the Vietnam War.
Curtis was a city of Phoenix employee for 30 years, before retiring in 2010. He served as a shop steward for the LIUNA Union and was later elected as business manager. He also served as the Commander for VFW Post 8015 from 1999 to 2001.
Curtis was an active member in the Chandler Foothills Hog Chapter #76. Being an avid motorcyclist he traveled with his wife to all 48 states and across Canada. He also enjoyed radio controlled car racing and billiards.
Curtis is survived by his wife of 50 years, Helen (Sue) Malaise; son, Curtis Malaise; sisters, Lorene Weber (Bob), and Merleen Long (Dave); one grandchild; two great-grandchildren; and one step-great-grandchild. He was also survived by brothers-in-law, John Schroder (Janet), Charles Clark (Betty), Howard Schroeder (Mary), and George Schroeder; sisters-in-law, Clara Griffey (George), Esther Schroeder (Ron), Jane Raines (Dick), and Maria Schroeder (Ercil); and many nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date. The family suggests that donations be made to the American Heart Association at www2.heart.org.
15 responses to Curtis Merle Malaise
Bob Weber says:
August 2, 2019
Curt was one of the funniest and nicest people I have ever had the privilege of knowing. I have always been proud he was my uncle.
Kathy Rosengren says:
August 2, 2019
My memories of Curt are of him being such a happy and fun loving person. So sorry for your lose Susy and Mark.
John Hoover says:
August 2, 2019
Sue,
I would like to say how sorry I am for the loss of a lifetime partner, Curt. You guys always look so Happy together and full of life, with all your adventures together. You have so many wonder times together to fall back on to keep his memories alive. Gob Bless you Sue with the Strength to carry on. Love Always John
David Buskohl says:
August 2, 2019
Curt an Sue are some of my favorite people. So glad I met them thru the Harley Owner’s Group. We shared a lot of good times and had many conversations. I will miss Curt and pray for Sue and family
Gary and Tammi Hockensmith says:
August 2, 2019
With our Deepest sympathy and sorrow, I really enjoyed having Curt and Sue stay with us here in Colorado and go on a few rides with them! Curt was a wonderful person, full of laughter and joy, we were looking forward to having a few more rides in with them! God bless Curt and May he Rest In Peace!!!!
Much Love