William M. Curtis

William M. Curtis, age 79, of Claypool, AZ passed away on Friday, December 12, 2014 surrounded by his family. He was born in Marfa, TX on August 18, 1935 the son of Oscar and Maria (Madrid) Curtis. William was known as “Chile Willy” around Globe-Miami area. He made delicious Chili which he sold across from the Shamrock. He was born in Texas but raised in Santa Paula, CA. He loved camping, fishing and just being outdoors. He served his country proudly in the U.S. Army during the Korean conflict. He drove heavy vehicles in the Army and became disabled while serving. William is survived by his wife Sandra Curtis of Claypool, AZ his children; Michelle Dillman (Robert), Eleanor Martin (Milford, Jr.), William M. Curtis Jr. (Jennifer), Anthony Curtis, his siblings Jimmy Curtis, Ida Rice and Toya Monje, 8 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren. Visitation will be held on Monday, Dec. 22, 2014 at 10:30 A.M. at Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church in Miami, AZ Rosary will follow at 11:30 A.M. Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 12:00 Noon. Interment will be at Globe Cemetery