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As received from the Reid Funeral Service and Chapel:
Louis E. “Louie” Curtis, age 43 of Baraga, MI passed away Thursday, December 2, 2021 at his home in Baraga. He was born in L’Anse, MI on July 11, 1978 the son of Robert D. Sr. and Gerlinde (Picard) Curtis. Louie attended L’Anse area schools and proudly received his GED. He was a member of Blessed Kateri Catholic Church and the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community. Louie enjoyed fishing and hunting and loved playing hockey. He was proud of his native heritage.
Louie is survived by his loving family; children Louis Bogda of L’Anse and Sierra Bogda of L’Anse, grandchildren Paisley and Kinsley, mother Gerlinde “Karen” Curtis of Baraga, brothers Robert “RD”, Jr. (Helen) Curtis of Baraga, Lance (Rhea) Curtis of Zeba, sisters Jody Joki of Baraga, Haven (Clinton) Curtis of Zeba and Gerlinde “Ger” (Rob) Curtis of Baraga. Numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and cousins also survive. He was preceded in death by his father, brother George and his grandparents.
Traditional native services will be held at 3 p.m. Tuesday, December 7, 2021 at the Zeba Hall, Zeba, MI. The family will greet friends at the Zeba Hall on Tuesday from 1 p.m. until the time of the services. A feast will take place immediately following the services. Interment will take place in the Pinery Cemetery.
Louie’s obituary may also be viewed and condolences sent to the family at www.reidfuneralservicechapel.com
The Reid Funeral Service and Chapel, L’Anse has been entrusted with the funeral arrangements.
