Curtis James Roper

Curtis James Roper, born June 5, 1992, was welcomed into heaven by his mother, Tammy Jean Jackson, and great-grandfather, Clyde Wilkinson, on February 9, 2024, where they are likely playing cards. 

Curtis was an amazing man who, even though he was the little brother, looked out for his two older sisters as if he were their big brother. They even called him "Little Big Bro" sometimes. As he had no children of his own, he often regarded his cousins as the closest thing to having kids - as well as his pampered chihuahua, Frito. 

Curtis loved true crime, horror, and his family. He enjoyed ghost investigating, video games, and listening to music, particularly metal. He even went to a Metallica concert the same day he got a root canal. He was ecstatic they played Pulling Teeth. 

With an adventurous and witty spirit, he could've easily been mistaken as the inspiration for the Indiana Jones films. The only thing bigger than his charismatic personality was his heart. We know our love for him was matched by his love for us. Rest easy, Curtis, and don't forget to shake and bake.

A celebration of life will be held at 5:00 pm on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, at 127 N. Main Street in Lyman, followed by a munch and mingle.