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https://www.flipsnack.com/alcbf/curtis-guyton-funeral-program/full-view.html ”Curtis is the epitome of LOVE, STRENGTH and RESILIENCE” Mr. Curtis Wayne Guyton Sr. was born on September 15, 1943 in Granger, TX to Ms. Tommie C. Eans and SGT. Doris Milton Guyton Sr. To this Union 4 children were born: Ira Guyton Sr, Curtis Guyton Sr, Doris (Laverne) Guyton-Campbell and John (Billy) Guyton. Ms. Tommie C Eans later remarried Mr. Johnny Fisher and to this union, 9 siblings were born: Eddie Lee, Bobbie Jean, Charles Henry, Ted. Johnny Ray, Jimmy Lee, Kate and twins Dorris & Norris SGT. Doris Milton Guyton Sr. remarried Mrs. Erma Jean Guyton and to this union Curtis had 7 more siblings: Garbie Guyton Henry, Algie Guyton-Williams, Evelyn Guyton-Dibbles, Glenn Guyton, James Guyton, Doris Milton Guyton Jr and Larry Guyton. Curtis’ Mom and Dad proceeded him in death along with siblings: Ira, Laverne, Billy, Bobbie Jean, Ted ,Kate and Norris. Curtis attended grade school in Williamson County school district before moving to Travis County, attending high school at L. C. Anderson High and later moved to Albert Sidney Johnston High, graduating in 1962. Curtis attended Wharton County Jr College from 1962–1964. Upon return of his 2-year stay at Wharton County Jr College, Curtis proposed to Ms. Virginia Sneed and they wed on July 24, 1964. Curtis & Virginia later welcomed their 1st son Curtis Wayne Guyton Jr born on November 22,1965. Curtis JR. preceded them in death on March 27, 2017. Curtis was later accepted into East Texas State University, now known as Texas A&M Commerce. Curtis’ athletic career soared as a phenomenal track and star football player. Curtis played both offense and defense leading the Lions to state championship in 1966 in the Lone Star Conference. Upon completion at Texas A&M Commerce, in 1967, Curtis signed with the Canadian Football league. After much thought and deep regret, Curtis ended his career in Canada and returned home to Texas. Curtis then welcomed a daughter Kendra Guyton Nash born July 18 1971, who now currently resides in Mansfield, TX Curtis later began a lucrative career with COORS and worked there as a valued employee for many years. Curtis later proposed and remarried again to Ms. Stella McBride. They wed on July 15,1981. To this union Curtis welcomed bonus daughter Cynthia McBride, and later Curtis & Stella welcomed their Son, Reginald D’Wayne Guyton Born on Dec 7th. Both Cynthia and Reginald reside in Austin, TX. In 1991, surrounded by his mother, siblings children and friends. an honorary ceremony was given for Curtis at Texas A&M Commerce, inducting Curtis into the Texas A&M Commerce Athletic Hall of FAME. Curtis’ football jersey number 40 was retired in that beautiful ceremony. Curtis departed this life on his 81st birthday, Sept 15.2024. He lived a GREAT 4 score and 1 year! What a BLESSING! He leaves to cherish his memory: daughter, Kendra Guyton-Nash of Mansfield, Texas. Son, Reginald D’Wayne Guyton of Austin,TX. and special Brother-in-law, SGT Bobby Lewis Sneed Sr. of Austin, Texas. His BEAUTIFUL Grandchildren, Great Grandchildren, and a HOST of other relatives and friends.

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CURTIS WAYNE GUYTON SR.

September 15, 1943 - September 15, 2024