LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Curtis was born in Ukiah, Calif., on Feb. 23, 1932, and passed away at his home on Jan. 4, 2016.

Traditional Native American services are scheduled, with visitation at Big Valley Gymnasium starting on Friday, Jan. 8, with a graveside funeral service at St. Mary's Cemetery on Monday, Jan. 11, at 11 a.m.