Curtis Gatson

March 15, 1971 - Jan. 3, 2008
SOUTH BEND - Curtis Gatson Jr., 36, was born March 15, 1971, in Marvel, Arkansas. At the age of two, he moved to South Bend, Indiana.

He attended Riley High School.

In 1994 Curtis and his childhood sweetheart moved to Garland, TX, where he resided until his passing. He was united in holy matrimony to Tracey James on November 16, 1995, in Garland, Texas. Curtis was employed by Fossil, Incorporated, as an assistant manager for the past 12 years. He recently won the Gem Award for going above and beyond daily expectations. Curtis enjoyed spending time with his family and watching his favorite teams, the Denver Nuggets, the Dallas Mavericks and the Eagles.

Those who mourn Curtis' passing include his wife of 12 years, Tracey L. Gatson, daughter, Keshia Gatson, and son, Curtis Gatson III, all of Garland, TX. His parents will also cherish his memory, Joyce and Alfreeman Martin Sr. of South Bend, Curt "Curly" and Dyerdre Muhammad-Gatson Sr. of Dallas, TX; as well as maternal aunt, Roy Summerville; maternal uncle, Ellison Summerville; and paternal uncle, Willie B. Gatson. Curtis is also survived by his siblings who will miss him dearly, Perry (Darnette) Summerville, Harvey (Patricia) Martin, Herbert Martin, Alfreeman (Janet) Martin Jr., Michael (Aisha) Martin Sr., Latonya Howard, Clarissa Martin and Tamara Martin; a special nephew, Mario Summerville; a sister-in-law, Umeka Johnson; along with a host of nieces, nephews and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Roy and Mary Summerville; and paternal grandparents, Charlie and Maggie Gatson.

Funeral services for Mr. Curtis Gatson Jr. will be held at noon today, Jan. 11, 2008, in the Greater St. John Missionary Baptist Church, with burial following at Riverview Cemetery. Viewing will take place in the church today, Jan. 11, 2008, from 11:00 a.m. to noon. Arrangements have been entrusted to Alford's Mortuary, where bereavement messages may be sent to alfordsmortuary@comcast.net, c/o the Gatson family.

Published by South Bend Tribune from Jan. 10 to Jan. 11, 2008.

06/28/2023 EJS

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