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Carol E. Curreri
Carol E. Curreri, formerly of Southampton, died on September 18 in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, with her family by her side. She was 86.
Born on November 27, 1937, she was a cherished member of her community and a beacon of kindness and generosity.
Carol graduated from Hicksville High School in Hicksville, and furthered her education at SUNY New Paltz, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in teaching. She dedicated 30 years to teaching elementary school, with a significant part of her career spent at Bridgehampton Elementary School.
She pursued and received her master’s degree in teaching in the late 1970s while raising her two sons as a single mother. After retiring from teaching, she became a travel agent, and enjoyed a 15-year career in the travel industry helping others explore the world, while indulging in her love of travel.
A devout member of The First Presbyterian Church in Southampton, she was deeply involved in her religious community.
As an avid reader, she also dedicated much of her time volunteering at the Rogers Memorial Library in Southampton, and in the private library at the Stirling Heights Retirement Community in Bethlehem.
Her personal interests included traveling, reading, and passionately supporting her favorite sports teams, which included the New York Mets, Jets, Rangers, and, later, the Philadelphia Phillies.
She delighted in watching her sons and grandchildren participate in various sports throughout their educational journeys.
Carol’s life was a testament to her enduring spirit and her commitment to nurturing and inspiring everyone around her, her family said, and her legacy will live on in the hearts of those who knew her and were touched by her kindness and vibrant spirit.
She is survived by her son Paul P. Curreri Jr. and his wife Pamela (Oliver) Curreri; her son John C. Curreri and his wife Paulette (Dichiera) Curreri; her grandchildren John Curreri Jr. and his wife Kristen (Abbott) Curreri; granddaughter, Lisa (Curreri) Coppola and her husband Matthew Coppola; granddaughter Elana Curreri; granddaughter Gina (Curreri) Davis and her husband Matthew Davis; her great-grandchildren Quinn Curreri, and Gavin and Vienna Coppola; her cousin Karen (Anderson) Coghlan; numerous nieces and nephews.
She was predeceased by her parents, Charles and Alfhild Nygren; and her brother, Peter Nygren.
There will be no public visitation.
Donations may be made to The Care Team Hospice, 5325 Northgate Dr. Suite 207, Bethlehem, Pa. 18017
Staff Writer on Sep 21, 2024