A funny and loving father, son, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend, Jerome 'Shoney' Curtis, a male resident of New Orleans, Louisiana, departed this life on Friday, September 20, 2019. The cause of his death has not been publicly reported, and there is no information available from online sources regarding any arrests or suspects in connection with his passing.
Jerome, known for his infectious spirit, was a faithful employee at Panera Bread & Co.
He was a product of the New Orleans school system, having attended Andrew J. Bell and the renowned G.W. Carver High School. His sudden death left a void in the hearts of his family and friends.
He is survived by his loving mother, Kim Curtis, and his companion, Craishine Grant. He was a devoted father to his children: Jerome Anthony, Jamon, Jamia, and Jermyre Curtis, as well as Jardin Smith, Jania Williams, Jania Sparrow, Jalayla White, and Jewelz Rickmon. He also leaves behind his stepchildren, Envy Grant and Dquan Morgan, and his siblings: Shawndranese Curtis, Sherome, Alisha, Paige, Crystal, and Jerome Smith Jr. His passing was preceded by that of his father, Jerome Smith.
Family and friends gathered to celebrate his life and share their memories at a funeral service held on Saturday, September 28, 2019, at the Next Generation of Original Morning Star Baptist Church in New Orleans. He was laid to rest at Providence Memorial Park in Metairie, Louisiana. The circumstances surrounding his death remain undisclosed in the available online records.
