Curtis William Peacock, 94, passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, November 29, 2022, with family by his side.
Born in Scott County, Indiana on November 29, 1928, Curtis was the son of Manville and Mayme (Davis) Peacock. After graduating high school, he attended God’s Bible School and College in Cincinnati and furthered his education in Marion, Indiana, before joining the ministry of the Wesleyan Church.
Curtis married Patricia Ruth Bye on June 12, 1948, in Portland, Indiana. The couple were blessed with ten children.
Curtis served as a minister for many congregations in Michigan. He then returned to Indiana, where he served as pastor of the Tyner Wesleyan Church for twelve years before making Plymouth home. Curtis was an active member of the Plymouth Wesleyan Church, where he served as an assistant minister for two years before his retirement.
Curtis helped create the Tyner Volunteer Fire Department and served as a volunteer firefighter for several years, before retiring from that role at age 60.
Curtis is survived by his children: Sheryl Gorden, Steven (Carol) Peacock, Rebecca (Sam) Maddox, David Peacock, Jim (Lanette) Peacock, Patricia Ganshorn, Barbara (Pat) Franklin and son-in-law Ernie Parker; his siblings: Sue (Orville) Payne, Eunice (Tom) Lacey, Phillip (Judy) Peacock, Rita Smith, and Carolyn (Eugene) Myers; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Patricia in 2005; his parents; several siblings; his daughters, Brenda Klemons and Pamela Parker, and his son Daniel Peacock.
Visitation will be held on Friday, December 9, 2022, from 11-1 p.m. at Plymouth Wesleyan Church, 11203 Michigan Road, Plymouth. Funeral services will follow at 1 p.m. with Pastor Ed Friberg officiating.
Burial will be in the New Oak Hill Cemetery, Plymouth.
Memorial contributions can be made to Plymouth Wesleyan Church.
Caryn Durski, Funeral Director
Mandy Thompson says
I remember when Mr.Peacock and his family moved to Tyner. He was the preacher @ Tyner Wesleyan church. I spent many afternoons @ their home with his family. A very kind man whom I enjoyed talking with when I would see him throughout the years. I’m very sorry for your loss. Mandy Masterson Thompson
Barb Franklin says
Thank you Mandy for your kind words and blessings. We were honored to meet so many wonderful people as you who touched our lives in so many ways and we pray for each and every one of you and your families and loved ones to continue to be blessed by our Beautiful Beloved Father God; Lord Jesus Christ; Holy Spirit. May God’s Absolute Perfect Love be made known and received fully to each and every One in Jesus’ Name. ❤️
-Daughter Barb Franklin
Tammy (Knowlton) Goins says
Many condolences to the family, I grew up in Tyner and attended Pastor Peacock’s church. God bless
Christina Grayson says
To all my Peacock cousin’s….Im so sad and so sorry about Uncle Curt. You all know he lead a very long life and was ready to go home with Aunt Pat. I love you all and give hugs and prayers to each of you.
Brenda Myers says
Truly a great example as a Christian. We will miss his beautiful and heartfelt prayers at the closing of our Sunday School class.
God bless his family.
Melissa Burton says
I only knew Curtis for a short time before his passing but he sure was full of stories and made it know he loved Jesus! It really was a blessing to have known him even for the short amount of time i did! I know he impacted so many people over his 94 years on this earth and will be missed by many! My thoughts and prayers go out to all his family and friends! Fly high Curtis and know your positive and Jesus loving legacy will live on with many!
Cindy says
We thought of Mr. Peacock as a grandfather, we loved him he was the best neighbor and friend. We always included him with our cook out and fresh greenbeans and other yummy stuff. He sorely will be missed. Rosemary and Cindy patrick
Betty baxter says
Sorry for your loss prayers
Tina Weatherwax-Grant says
As the eldest of Grandpa Peacock’s “grand” tribe, I offer this top 10 list of insights from his life’s journey:
10. There is a line between right and wrong, always chose what’s right.
9. Putting others before self is not just Christ-like, it’s an intentional lifestyle.
8. Never judge a person by their appearance, you’ll miss the best part.
7. Keep the body, mind, and spirit active daily.
6. Nuts are better than candy.
5. A patriarch always gets the first Christmas cookie, a gentleman gives his away.
4. Plowing fields is good training for many professions, including growing disciples.
3. Every person is worthy of unconditional love; unfortunately humans can’t offer that, but we can introduce others to the God who can.
2. Family is where it’s at. Yours may not be perfect, none are, but when you have family you have almost everything you really need.
1. We’re not here by chance. If we still have breath in our lungs God has a purpose for us, embrace it and you’ll be blessed.
Kerry Holderread says
I worked with Curtis for many years at Pilgrim Farms. He was a hard working man and made many friends there. I went to school and church with some of his children. He was a great Christian example to all who knew him, or may have only briefly met him. My life was made better by knowing him. He loved his wife Patricia, and all his family dearly. This world would be a better place, if there were more like him in it. praying for the Holy Spirt to comfort all his family and friends.
Jeffrey henry says
I am so sorry to hear about your dad, he was always nice to me.
please know that you all are in my prayers!
Knew all three of his girls from John Glenn-I graduated with Barb!!!
Jeffrey Henry
Alvin Kintner says
Hello,
Sorry for your lost. I will not be able to make it since I just got out of the hospital and to soon to travel. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all and safe travel.
My condolences to the family members,
Alvin & Tonja and family
Marge McCormick says
I remember Pastor Peacock & his wife when I first attended Plymouth Wesleyan Church many years ago. They were always kind, caring people. We enjoyed Pastor at our Sunday School class with his strong faith and always closed our session with a wonderful, meaning prayer. We will miss him tremendously. We are so sorry for your loss.
Rev. John Perkinson says
Always enjoyed my talks with Curtis. Although he was a generation older than me, we had some things in common. We grew up on a farm. Their farm joined our farm on the east in Scott County, Indiana. His family also attended the same church as my family. I remember some great revivals there. We had a rich heritage of holy living. We are also distant cousins. (My mother’s name was Peacock.) He and I were Wesleyan pastors. He was a great man of God who loved others. I am sure he will have a great reward in heaven. I look forward to seeing him again.