George Darwin Curtis
Monday, April 30th, 1928 - Sunday, January 16th, 2022
Obituary
George Darwin Curtis, 93, of Honomu, passed away January 16 at home. Known as “the Godfather of Tsunami’s”, he was an Affiliate Professor of Marine Sciences at the UH, served as Science advisor to the Pacific Tsunami Museum and President of the Tsunami Society. In addition, he served as a Squadron Commander (CAP), served on the Board of Directors of the American Red Cross, President of the UH Chapter Sigma XI and Senior Chairman at Hawaii Section Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers.
He is survived by his wife, Sandra Curtis; sons, Ted (Nan) Curtis and Paul Curtis; daughters, Carol Curtis Buckingham (Sid) and Ann Curtis Moore (Jim); brother, Lawrence Curtis; 6 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held Friday, January 28th, 11 a.m. at Episcopal Church of the Holy Apostles, 1407 Kapiolani St, Hilo.
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Service Details
- Visitation
When : Friday, January 28th, 2022 11:00am
Location
Church of Holy Apostles
Address
1407 Kapiolani street
HILO, HI 96720
- Service
WhenFriday, January 28th, 2022 11:00am
Location
Church of Holy Apostles
Address
1407 Kapiolani street
HILO, HI 96720