Dr. Paul Currie received many well-wishes and fond memories from friends and family celebrating his 90th birthday. People thanked him for officiating important life events like weddings and baptisms over several decades and for being a spiritual leader and role model in the community. Photos were shared of Dr. Currie at various celebrations and family events over the years. Wishes expressed gratitude for his kindness, love, and impact on so many lives through his ministry and example of faith.

1. Thankful for 90 years!
A “Thank you, Happy Birthday!” to you.

2. From Shirley Hartsfield
Happy Birthday! Thankyou for
everything!
Gulf Shores, AL
December 29, 2007

3. From:
Shirley Hartsfield
Happy Birthday, Dr. Currie! I hope you have a wonderfulBirthday and feel the
same love on your special day thatyou have shownto SO MANY over the years!
Ever since Anthony & I moved to Caruthersville, you and Mrs. Currie have been a
strong presence in our lives & family. You shared with us in thegood times-births
of our children, baptisms, Erin's Confirmation& weddingto mentiona few and the
sad timesand all timesin between.Somehow you and Mrs. Curriemade us feellike
you loved us more! (and you made everyone else in our church & communityfeel
thatway as well). The unconditionallove you have modeled,your life example
truly reminds me of thepurest love of God. I am so gratefulthatI'mpart of your
circle!! Enjoy your day and KNOW howmuch you are loved!!❤️

4. From:
TedStreete
Happy Birthday Paul!! I’ve heard that 90 is
the new 60 so you aregood to go.
Sueand I can’t begin to thank you for what
you have donefor us over the past 60
years. You married us 60 years ago this
week,baptized ourfourdaughters,
married them all, and baptized most of
their children. You’ve shown all of us how
to live the life that matters. You’ve done
that not bysermons, or lectures, but from
your ownlife with Dot and your family.
Wehave been so blessed to have known
and lovedyou for so many years. You are
still the best, most important man that I
have everknown in my life.

5. Mary Lou Hendricks
Paul you have been there for some of the most importantmoments of my
life.Officiatingat bothmy wedding in Caruthersvilleand Megan andJeff’s
wedding in Homer, Alaska.A beautifulcouple at Kachemak Bay! We love
youandcherishthe memories. Have a very HappyBirthday! 🎂

6. From:
Mary Lou
Hendricks
“Another photo of our
favorites from the
Hendricks/Johnston
wedding in Homer, AK
– 2008”

7. From:
Megan HendricksJohnston
Homer, Alaska!
Hendricks/Johnston
wedding-June28,
2008
Happy Birthday!
We love youall!

8. From:
Fran Atkins
Happy birthday to one of
the greatest men on Earth.
Christmas Eve services with
the Curries is one of my
favorite life memories.
Thank you for being such
an important part of my
life.

9. From:
Anne Verhoeven
Wish all yourOregon
relatives couldbe
there to celebrate
with youUncle Paul.
Have a very Happy
Birthday.

10. From:
CynthiaHodge
HowdidI ever getluckyenoughto
bethelittlegirlthatgottogrow up
nextdoor?I havesomanywonderful
memoriesofrunninginandoutand
allthemischiefthatwegotinto.But-
I havea question.Whichoneofthe
sevenofusconvincedyoutoletus
buildthatwonderfulgocart track
withbankedcurvesinyourback
yard?(Iam sortofthinkingwedidn't
ask!).I LoveyoubothtotheMoon
andBack! HappiestofBirthdays!
Love,Cymp 😘
Happy Birthday, Dr.Currie! You
and Mrs. Currie have beena
blessingtomethrough the
years. You are bothwonderful
encouragers, always
overflowingwith God’s love
through your kindwords and
deeds.Thank you for sharing
your lives withall of usand for
beingChristian rolemodelsfor
our community.
From:
Sandra Hooker

11. From JulieBoyd Paschall:
As a little girl, I always knew I
wanted you to marry me. I
didn’t know who I would
marry but I knew I wanted
you and Mrs. Dorothy to be
there. Apparently it worked!
It’s been 30 years and three
kids later. Thankyou so much
for blessing my life so richly.
Happiest of Birthdays to you
Mr. Paul!

12. From:
Vicky Fairey
Dr. Currie, you and your precious Dot are at the
top of my list( and, of course, so many others!)
in so many areas of life thatit would just be
endless ...you are so kind, so wise, sosupportive
of others in need, so loving, such a pillar of our
community, so steadfast in your faith, such a
great husband, Father, grandfather, and friend
to a countless number of people. I personally
want to thankyou and sweet Dot for being so
wonderful to us during Brantley’s illness, and
we were so honored that you were a part of his
service . Rick and Ilove both of you very much,
and I know you willhave the happiest of
birthdays with your beautiful family!!!Enjoy
your day!!

13. From:
Teresa Tidwell
Dr. Paul Currie -you andyour sweet bride,
Mrs. Dot, ARE Caruthersville. Your
positivity, communityspirit,and lovefor
so many of us make us so glad thatyou
chose to make Caruthersville, MO your
homewhen youwere newlyweds.You
have made this a better place and we are
thrilledto wish youa very, very happy
birthday! ❤️

14. From:
Beth Spencer
Heflin
Dr. Currie,
It is apparent from all the commentsand
pictures already shared onhere that you and
Mrs. Currie have had sucha positive impact on
so many people near andfar. I’d like to add
myself to this group! You and Mrs. Currie are
suchwonderful people and just a joy to be
around. Alwayssmiling, alwayspositive and
always able to find thebest in everyone - you
are certainly an inspiration to all of us! Wishing
youa veryhappy birthday filled with love and
laughter whilesurrounded by those wholove
youmost

15. Elizabeth Hightower
Wishing you a
Blessed Birthday.
You are bothtruly
loved. It is such an
honor to call you
both "friend".
Gail Speight
Happy happy
birthday to the
nicest person I
know. Love to you
and Dot from the
Speight family.

16. From:
Carol
Mehrle
Happy 90th Birthday Dr. Currie, these first set of words from the
song, “Angels Among Us “ reminds me so much of you and your
dear wife, Dot ....Dr.Currie you are truly anangel among us , a
saint, arole model to humankind, and a blessed friend to our
family forever and always. We love you🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️
Psalm 118:24
Thisis the day the Lord has
made; we will rejoice and be
glad in it
..... Thisverse will always
remind me of you because you
alwaysopened your services
with it.

17. From:
Carol Mehrle
BobMehrleII’s Baptism.
1993

18. From:
BettyHolland
Memoriesfrom1973.The beginning
ofsomanyHollandswho lovethe
Curries. You’vebeenthere forall our
happy andsadtimes-loving,
laughing,counseling,and
supporting us.Thank you and Mrs.
“Curvy” for notonly beingthere but
tellingus how cute we are,too!Not
my proudest momentrunning in to
y’allonBourbon Streetbut it’sbeen
a funny story torelateformany
years!
Happy Happy Birthday andMerry
Christmas❤️🎂🎄

19. From:
Kathryn Waldrop
HappyBirthday, Dr. Currie!! I pray that your 90th birthdayis your best one
yet. Thank you for alwaysbeing such a kind, sweet man even though we
don’t know each other well.I canonly imaginethe love and joyyou’ve
broughtto your familyand allthe families you’vetouched! And I must
thank you andMrs. Dot for bringing Keithinto thisworld.He’s been such
a goodfriendto me andfrom reading allof your well wishesI know the
apple didn’tfallfar from the tree!!

20. From:
Alexis Avis
SinceyouandDotarrived in
Caruthersville whenI was in JuniorHigh,
youhavebeen sucha special partofmy
life! AfterI adjustedto that“oldsouthern
drawl”,I couldn’thaveloved youboth
more.
MikeandI havebeen privileged toshare
thesemanyyearswith youtwoandthank
God forall of theblessings wehave
experienced asa result.Paul,( I can finally
call youthat!)I hope yourbirthdayis as
special asyouaretoall whohaveever
knownyou.Ourwholefamilythanksyou
forbeing you.Welove youandHappy
Birthday!💕

21. From:
Trey Hayden
HappyBirthday Reverend Currie!
From a native son, thank youandMiss
Dot for your long and faithfuldedication
to the people ofCaruthersville.Through
the years, you have served notjust your
church, but the entire town, with
humility,class, generosity, courage and
love.
Youare a fine exampleof a Christian
gentleman, husband, father, pastor,
community leader and friend.
Christy and I are blessed to be two ofthe
many whose livesyou have touched!

22. Paul and Dr. Alan Gubin-- 2004

23. From:
Sandra Barnes
Well over 30 years ago, when my Mother worked
at Day’s Men’s Store in Blytheville...she
mentioned in a call“ I met the nicest couple from
Caruthersvilletoday. I toldthem that youwere my
daughter and they went on and onabouthow
specialyou are, a popularteacher, taughttheir
sons, etc....” As soon as she said“the nicest couple
from C’ville,” I knew immediately!I alsotoldher
thatPaul and Dot Curie say nice thingsabout
everyone. HappyBirthday, Dr. Paul, from your
“adopted” PresbyterianFriend.

24. From:
Stacy VanAusdall
Henson
Dr. Currie,you are so special to our
family...you’ve beena part of my life
as longas I can remember..can’t
thinkof anyonethat I think higher of
than youand sweet Mrs.Dot.
Happiest of Birthdays to you from
the Hensons!!

25. From:
Alec Harvey
Happy birthday, Uncle
Paul!Love this photo from
the familyreunion a few
years back.

26. From:
Yvette Phillips
I remember the first time I walked into the FPC, I felt a strong sense of spiritual
presence, then you began your sermon.
For the first time in my life I felt God wasspeaking. Not only your words, but your
delivery of God’s message alwaysreached the core of my soul. Looking up atyou, I
thought if we knew what God looked like, he must look like Dr.Currie.
Yes...I am a visual learner! Lol. And I stillbelieve God sent you in his image. You have
given my life a calmness and sense of peace, thankyou.
God bless you and Dot.
Happy Birthday Dr. Currie! 🙏🏻

27. From:
Frankye Sue Mehrle
Happy Birthday!

28. KimberlySpeightNordyke
Wishing you a
very, very happy
birthday from the
Speights and
Nordykes!!!
Happy,
Happy,
Happy
Birthday!!
Vanessa Darnell

29. From:
Lynne Wilson
We first met PaulCurrie in
January, 1979 and his welcoming
mannerwas of great influencein
our decision to move to
Caruthersville. We love you and
Dot and thetimes we have spent
together.We have enjoyed this
picture of you and our youngest
child Brett.

30. From:
Tracy Dunagan Vandermeeden
There is onestatement that we have alwaystried toliveby in our
marriage and it’sonethat you toldus both before you married us. “Always
try to do what’sbest for each other. If you bothdo that, then you willbe
good.” Of course, I am paraphrasing,butwe have never forgottenthat.
Humilityin marriage is not easy, but it’ssuch a beautifulmodel for
Christianityin thisworld. Dr. Currie andMrs. Currie are a couple thathave
guided my faithand my actionsfor allof my life. They are as close to
saintsas I willever know.I am thankfulthatyou married us andso
thankfulfor your role in our family’slives.
Brett andTracy Dunagan VanderMeeden

31. From:
Anita Dunagan
Roy
Dr. Currie, I know you willbetouchedby allthese
beautifulpictures and memoriesthatsomanyhave
recalled foryour 90th birthdaycelebration.
Do you needa laugh? You andDot cametoCville as
newlywedsand thefirsttimeyou joinedour family
fora home cookedmealon Playground Road,you
gotdinner ANDa talentshow! Wewere about6,8,
&10and ready toimpress our new young minister
and wifewithtap dance,pianoand drums. Y’allwere
sopolitetoendure thateveningand we knewyou
wouldbeloved by our familyformanyyears.
Happy Birthday!
Rob& AnitaDunaganRoy

32. From:
Kemp May Boyd
September 27, 1969, almost 50 years ago
you married George and me at The
Presbyterian Church. Pictured are Koko,
Harriett, Kemp, George, Pete Boyd and
Johnny May.
What wonderful memories I have of this
day and growing up in the church with
you and Mrs. Currie. You have been a
blessing to me and my family inthe
happiest of days and also darkest hours.
Harriett, Koko and Iwish you a very
Happy 90th Birthday and know that we
are thinking of you and sending our love
on this special day.

33. From:
AbiAtchinson Irions
What a blessing youare
to every life you have
touched. Happy, Happy
Birthday!! We Love You!

34. From:
Kelly
Hudgins
Smith
Dr. Currie,I cannotbegin to
tell you howmuch Iadmire
you andMrs. Currie. Thank
you for all the kindness and
Godly leadership you have
given toall of us. Happy
Birthday!

35. From:
KatelynAkins
I am so blessedto have Granddellyin
my life. Himand Gigi have taken me
in as their other granddaughter and
I’m so grateful for them. I have
alwayslookedup tothese two for as
long as I can remember. I hope to
have a marriageas halfas great as
yalls.I hope you have a great 90th
birthday!!! I love you so much!!!❣️

36. From:
Wayne Smith
Happily,I am unableto remember a time beforePaul and
Dot Currie were a constant in mylife.They were always
there personifying“goodness.”Youtwo were a profound
influenceduringmy formative years and it continuedinto
adulthood.It was a joy for Karen and me to have you
marry us and share your love and influencefor all these
years afterward. Happy90th birthday, Dr. Currie!

37. From:
NickDunagan
How do I beginthis 90th Birthday post to one of the greatest menI've ever known.
He has and continuesto be a steadfastfriend and counselor to generationsof
Dunagans.My Mom and Dad countedPauland Dot as best friends. Paulmarried
all3 Dunagankids and 9 grandchildren. He also married Mom to a childhood
frienda fewyears before her death.Paulalso either preached or participated at the
funeralsof Mom, Dad and our son Casey. WhenDad was headingsome national
bankingorganizations, Paulwas thereto give theopeninginvocation. I can'tthink
of all theevents he attendedatUT Martin and thatusuallyincluded an invocation
at a banquetor Commencement.Wehave been a blessed familyand gettingto be a
part of the Currie circle of friends has so enrichedthose blessings. Happy birthday
Paul.God bless you and Dot, for you have blessed your friends, your church and
your community.

38. From:
NancyDunaganBiggs
Dr. Currie married Mikeand I 49 years ago last August. I’d say
he did a great job! He hasalso married all3 of our children, and
he’s buried our loved ones. The Curries are likefamily to allof
our family. We love them dearly. Happy 90th birthday, Dr.
Currie. Our thoughts will be on you Christmas Day!

39. From:
Susan Hooper Lawrence
From:
Missy JonesMisiak
Bob and I wish
you a very Happy
Birthday🎂🍰🍬
🍭🍮Hello to
your sweet Dot.
Happy birthdayfrom
the Jonesfamily!!
Mama, Amy and I
hope youhave a
wonderful
birthday!!❤️🍰

40. From:
Tony
Hardaway
Mr. Rev. Currie thanks for the
encouragement andhospitality
and guidance over the years. I am
proudand honored to knowyou.
Happy Happy Birthday and May
GOD continueto Bless you!

41. From:
Becky Ball Alexander
Happy Birthday to one of Gods precious servants.
Sir you have Blessedour town in many ways. May
you have a wonderful birthday. From the
Alexander Family.

42. From:
Tonya Childers
Happy happy birthday to one of the
most precious souls I know! I hope you
have the BEST birthday ever, I can
think of no one that deserves it more!
❤️

43. David and Dee’s Wedding
July 11th, 1981

48. Debbieand Keith’s Wedding
May 9th,1992

49. Jeff and Becca’s Wedding
October 18th, 2014

50. From:
Dean Currie
One of the best men
to ever walk the earth.
Sograteful I get to
share a few genes
with him-I’m sure
they’re all my good
ones.

51. From:
Sue Moore
We came toCaruthersville in 1971 and the First Presbyterian Churchwas one of
our first ventures into the community.We still remember whenPaul came to our
home a few days later to welcomeus to Caruthersville and talk about the church.
There was an immediate feeling of being accepted and wanted. As theyears
went on, heand Dot never failed to be positive and loving to all. There was
always an uplifting word nomatter whatthe circumstanceswere. He was
available in times of need and cheered us onduring special times. Visits to the
hospital, the nursing home, the home bound and any person experiencing or
facing difficult situations were comforted by hiscaring words. What a blessing
for us andfor everyone whoselife he touched!The Curries will always be a
special part of our life’s journey.

52. From:
Lisa Bowlby
Happiest of
Birthdays, Dr.
Currie.We are all
so blessed to
have youin our
lives.
From:
KrissyVanAusdall
Cunningham
HappyHappy
Birthday to such a
special, kind,loving,
caring
person!!! 💕 🎉
From:
Sissy Brooks
HappyBirthday Dr.
Currie! Youand Mrs.
Dot have always
been so nice to me
and Iam thankfulfor
that! I hope your day
is as awesome as you
are!

53. From:
Nancy Wolfe
Mott
Happy Birthday Brother
Currie I hope you have a
wonderful day and I love you
and Dorothy very much you
both have always been very
special people tome.

54. From:
Marietta Kulbe
White
Happy Birthday Uncle
Paul! You and Jamie
started off asfriends and
became family! We’re glad
you did! Love you!

55. From:
BebeBetzPinkley
CHS 1960 SAC President C
Hendricks presents Dr. Paul
Christmas packages for the needy.
The food is contributedby all the
homeroom members. Happy
birthday, Dr. Paul!

56. From:
Anthony F.
Swinger
Happiest of birthdays toan
outstanding pastor andan all-
aroundgreatguy (well,one of
the verygreatest,actually).
You'vetouchedmore livesthan
you'll everknow.
I'llalways be a proudFirst
PresbyterianNursery School
alum!

57. From:
Erica ReneeRenoPrater
Happy Happy Birthday Dr. Currie!!❤️
Merry Christmas to youand Mrs. Currie😍Youbothhave beena
hugepart of my life from my nursery school graduationto
confirmation to baptism to the birth ofmy son and our traditional
Christmas Eve visits every momentmore and more special.You both
holda very special place inmyheart, my son’s, and my family’s. Iam
blessed beyondwords to have youboth inmy life.I am very grateful
for all that youhave givenme, what youshare with me, and what
you have shown me.With great love,Erica❤️

58. From:
Jana Meredith
OhhhhhhowPaulCurriehas
touchedourlives!!!Caroline&
Michael’sweddingin2014
(pictured)Paulhasbeena partof
somany ofourlife’smoments—
Paulparticipatedinmultiple
familyfunerals& whatlife-long
friends!?As“Miss”Dot& Isay
quiteoften—“Perfect”Lovethem
both!!Happy90thtosucha
specialman!!

59. From:
SheriAbbottMoody
So many wonderful memories!
Baptism August 1980,
Confirmation1990, Wedding
2002. Wewere so fortunateto
have you by our side not only
through thesewonderful times, but
also throughthemost challenging
and saddest times. We love you
and Mrs. Currie and hope you have
a wonderful birthday.

60. From:
Becca Currie
Not the best photo, but such a
sweet memory. Christmas2016 -
Turner Currie's very first bike at
Grandaddy and Gigi'shouse!

61. From:
Andrea Childress
Holland
The Curries andthe
Hollands–June
3rd,2016.
Thankyou and
Happy Birthday!!

62. From:
Mary Stutzman
Micah 6:8
He has shown you, O mortal, what is
good. And whatdoes the Lord require of
you? To act justly and to love mercy and
to walk humblywithyour God.
This describes our Dr. Currie. Never has
there been a more just and humbleman.
Happy Birthday! Dr. Currie🎉👏🏻🎂🎉
👏🏻🎂🎈

63. From:
Sue Manners
Happy Birthday to Dr. Currie! Always a kind word and a smile! Many people are better because of you! 🎄🎉❤️🎂

64. From:
JeanieHolloman
From the 1950s when Janie andI wouldrideour bicyclesdaily to
yours and Mrs. Currie's apartment behindSouth SideSchool,
through the years until now,you have been a momentous part of
our family's lives. I couldgo onandon with wonderfulmemories
we have of youtwo and your awesome family. Thankyou for
beingwith us duringthe happytimes as wellas the sad times. We
loveyou and yourprecious family. Happy Birthday, Mr. Currie!

65. From:
RobBarksdale
Happy Birthday, Dr. Currie. I sincerely
hopethatyou havea blessedand happy
birthdayon ChristmasDay.You are one of
thekindestand loving individuals I have
ever known.May Godcontinuetobless
you and your family.With WarmRegards,
BobBarksdale

66. From:
SusanStreete
Hathhorn
May 1973 - Nursery
SchoolGraduation;July
18, 1992; and some
Thanksgivingpotluck
dinner! All at
CaruthersvilleFirst
PresbyterianChurch

67. From:
SusanStreeteHathorn
Dr. Currie, Happy Birthday! I postedsomepictures ofyou earlierthis monthbut Iwanted
tosharesomememoriesthatI love aboutyou. Mrs. Currie was mythirdgrade teacher
and she had one specialday when you cametovisitour class.Wespread aquiltunder a
treeand you showed upwith pocketfulsofpennies.Youstoodon your headand letus
grab allwe could.You werea rockstar! I wish Ihad a picture ofthat!
You alsowereoneheck of apingpong player-somanymemoriesofyou and daddy
playingin thebasementand Ithink you beathimmostofthetime!
I sure do loveyou and your familyand I'm gratefultoyou. Godblessyou on this special
birthday-you and Mrs. Currie are twoofthefinestpeopleI've ever known!

68. From:
CaroleScoggins
Where do I begin? You have been a part of my life for
so many years. Growing up in the Presbyterian Church
was such a special time and I cherishthe memories.
You are one of a kind and I adore you and your
precious family.
Happy birthday to you.☺🏻❤️

69. From:
Jennifer Biggs
This picture was taken in July,2018. We
were on ourway to St. Louis andalways
plan time to stop by and see the Curries
when we’re passing through! Thekids
always ask, “Are we gonnaget to stop
and see those reallynice people?!”😊

70. From:
Cathy Clark
Therearesome people
who makean impacton
your life,Dr. Currieis so
the man.
Happy,Happy Birthday
to the kindest,wisest,
lovingfriend🎉🎂
From:
Kim BGordon
Happy Birthday
Mr. Currie. The
world is definitely
a better place
because of you!

71. From:
KarlaMcDonald
Ihonestlydo not remembermy lifebeforePaul and
DorothyCurrie wereinit.Likealloftherest of the
peoplein Caruthersville,my lifehas been sorichly
blessedby having themin mylife.I rememberon May
8th,1965 they wereentertaining my sister andI while
my motherwas makingpreparationsformy dad’s
funeral.On February 28th1976 Dr. Currie was
officiatingmy wedding.He officiatedatmy sisters
wedding,preachedmy grandparentsfuneral,and once
againhe has reached outtomy sister andI as we
preparetolay our mothertorest.
It is very fitting that December 25th 90 years ago
that God sent Paul Currie to earth to preach his
word. But, this man hasdone so much more than
just preached the word of God, he haslived sucha
Christianlife, and set such anexample of what a
Godly man, father, husband, and friend looks like
that we can only aspire to emulate him.
Dr. Currie on this your 90th Birthday I can only
say Happy Birthday and thankyou for being such
a integral part of my life, and to let you know how
very much Penny and I love you.

72. From:
Nancy Allen Luber
Happy Birthday,Dr. Currie!Wegot to knoweach otherwell
and sharememoriesfrom when Itaught at the Presbyterian
Nursery School!When my sonKurre attendedthis same
schoolyou hadto get useto hearinghis nameand not
always stopping what you were doing. Youare lovedby all
and havedefinitely been anasset toour community!

73. From:
MariFarrington
Precious memories of Dr. Currie and growing up
in the Presbyterian Church.Youth group trips,
Sunday school, churchcamp, and confirmation.
December 16, 1989 wedding;Mrs. Currie gave
us these ornaments the year we married. For 29
years I've hungthem on our Christmas tree and
each time Ihang them I pray for theCurries. 🎄

74. From:
Kirwin
Stewart
WishingPaul a very glorious 90th birthday! What I will always treasure about Pauland Dot
duringour timeinCarthersville was their warmthand Sincerity. Their love for the Lord,
and theirpassion to serve in ministry and in retirement!These two dear saints blessed my
ministry, and forever hold a special place in my heart!

75. From:
CodyDunagan
Happy birthday Dr. Currie! Glenna and Iwere so
honored to have you officiate our wedding 15 plus
years ago on that unseasonably warm November
day. I’m not sure how many folks you have
married in the Dunagan family thru the years, but I
know it is a lot. We even named our now 8 yr old
son after the Currie name, although we used a
different spelling. We wish you and Dot the best
and the memories we have from Caruthersville
alwaysbring smiles to our faces.

76. From:
AdamRoy
Dr. Currie, from your Children's sermon to welcoming new children into the world and allthe
life moments in between, your guidance and wisdom hastouched countless hearts and souls!
Your generous spirit and support, along with Mrs. Currie's are unique to each individual and
their families. You and Mrs. Currie have traveled thousands of miles for weddings for young
couples in love or older couples young in love, and each time you are able to find a way to
make a special day, an even more joyous and memorable experience! Although, you have been
a part of the many big moments in life thatmean so much to me and so many others, it isall the
small moments, sharing a meal at Little Pizza Heaven, stopping in to check on the ladies at
Quilting, or just drinking a coke in your living room thatreflects how much you and Mrs. Currie
truly care for us all!
Happy Birthday Dr. Currie from Adam and MelanijaRoy!

77. From:
Anna Jayne Price
Happy Birthday Dr. Currie!
We have all been so
blessed to have you in our
lives. Inyourwords “you
have knownand loved 5
generations of my family”!
You and Miss Dot have
beenthe true example of
faith and love. We love
you❤️

78. From:
GayeFox
I wishI hada pictureofmy DadandPaulwiththeir golfingcrew. Specialtimesandlotsof
goodmemoriesbetweenthemwere had.Therewillalwaysbea loveandmutualadmiration
betweenthem.Ofcourseourfamiliesgowayyyyyback.What funIhadgrowingupwith
David.Hewasmy heroforknowingat sucha youngagewhathewantedtobewhenhegrew
up.AndDavidfulfilledthatdream.Keithneverfailstostopme whenI’mvisitingCvilleandask
aboutmyfamily.I’mjustas curioustohear abouttheCurriefam.GodblessyouPaulas you
continuetoblessothers.Happy90thBirthdayandgivethatpreciouswifeofyoursa hugfrom
theFoxes🎉🎉❤️❤️

79. From:
Tim Foster
WhenI was a brand new
pastor, Dr. Currie was an
encouragingmentor. His smile
and notes were and still are an
inspiration.Happy Birthday,
brother!
Happy Birthday to one
of the greatest,
Wishing You many
more.
From:
JudithBailey

80. From:
JaneFarrell
HAPPY BIRTHDAY Dr. Currie!
Yourpresencein our lives was
noted in these photos, butthere
are so many more memories than
the wedding and baptism that are
foreverimprinted in our hearts.
Weare so lucky to have you and
Miss Dot in ourlives and treasure
your friendship always! Have a
wonderful day!
Jane, Maurice, andCatherine xxx

81. From:
Kara Lee Bethune
Happy birthday Dr. Currie🎉You
havebeen such ablessing to have
in our livesand our two girls lives.
You andMrs. Dot are such a true
exampleof loveand kindness❤️
Welove you andhope youhavea
wonderful90th birthday!

82. From:
Jo Block Zinselmeyer
December 31, 1988 Almost 30 years ago you married Bob
and I. I recall that you and Mrs Currie were in Columbia
and driving back on the day of the wedding through
freezing rain. Not to worry - y’allmade it in plenty time.
I have many wonderful memories. Remember my
baptism? - I think it was your first submersion one.
What about the Christmas morning that Doug had your
house asa stop on his scavenger hunt to find his new golf
clubs?
It has been great having you inmy life.
Happy birthday! Love, Jo

83. From:
Brian Abbott
I always enjoythe JimmyStewart classic, “It’s a Wonderful Life” when itis shown
every year at Christmas. Inthinkingof George Bailey’s character andhow
Clarence the Angel shows hima glimpse of life if he’d neverbeen born, I always
consider the impact others have had on my life and the lives of those around
them. Inthinkingof Dr. Currie’s life and influence,Ishudder to think ofwhat
Caruthersville wouldbe like hadit notbeen for that young preacher and his
bride agreeing to come and shepherd the First Presbyterian Church.Thank you
for all your years of living andloving all of us witha heart for Christ! Your
influenceand that of Mrs. Dot has more impactthan you or any ofus couldever
fathom. May your 90th Birthday be the best oneyet!!!
With Love for You & ALL You Do

84. From:
Trina Hollomon
HappyBirthday Dr. Currie! Youalwaysmake me think that
“you get what you give” because you are such a kind,
compassionate& caring person and itshow in how you are so
genuine witheveryone.
Youhave alsobeen very blessedwitha wonderful ladyto
celebrate withevery year. ❤️❤️

85. From:
Lorie BlockRoberts
Idon’t have pictures but plenty of memories that are
dear to my heart about Mr. Currie.Baptism when I
joinedthe church, and helped me through a time I
needed help. Married my sister and gave a great
farewell to my brother.The Currie’s are dear to my
heart, they are family that makes it even better. Love
you bunches.

86. From:
SandraBarnes
I wish I had the photo...There was a weddingat the Methodist
churchwith Dr.Paul Currie andDwight Chapman officiating.
Someoneposteda picof them standing side by side. Keithlater
commented “ Idon’t knowwhyyou all made myDad stand in a
hole.” 😂
DidI fail to mentionthat Dwight stands over 6’ tall?

87. From:
ReneeYoung
Happy birthday. WhenI taughtnursery school at thePresbyterian church Dr.
Currie would surprise us sometimes and they were a surprise. Came in our room
and stood on his heard, impressed. We were doing the bunny hop and thechildren
were laughing,lookedback and Dr Currie was hopping with us. LOL! Oneyear one
of my studentsthoughthis namewasn’t the“Preacher” but the“Creature.” That’s
whathe heard from theword “Preacher.” He was a support for thenursery school
and to me too. Those were wonderful times.Thankyou Dr Curriefor your support!
❤️🙏🏻

88. Paul and Dot have been part of our lives. Jim was
a childwhen they came, andPaul has always
delightedin tellingthe 2 pork chops story.
Paul married us and spoke at Marc’s funeral.He
truly has been withus throughthe goodtimes
and the bad.Happy Birthdayto one of a kind.
From:
VickyDeReign

89. From:
KennyLee
I wantto express my loveand appreciation to Dr. Currie for his commitment
to his calling and thiscommunity.He was a devoted pastor to his church
and to our community. I remember his involvement in the Caruthersville
MinisterialAlliance. He was always at our monthly meetingsand various
communityservices and activities. We certainly missed him whenhe
retired! He is a great exampleof whatservice to the Lord means!He never
had a negativethingbrought againsthim.He served the Lord withintegrity
and devotion. Happy 90th birthday Dr. Currie!

90. From:
Lara Reno Knowlan
Dr. Currie, We wouldliketo
wish you a very Happy
Birthday andofcourse a
Merry Christmas too!You
have beena part of many big
events inmy lifeand I amso
grateful.I was soblessedto
grow up ina church ledby
you and Miss Dot.I hope
your birthday is
unforgettable...justlikeyou!!

91. From:
Walter
Lockhart
Bestbirthday wishestoan outstandingServant ofthe
Lord! Dr.Paul, you have alwaysbeena very
important"ear" forme.I've lookedtoyou as a
mentorin our commoncalling.Youand your lovely
wifehave alwaysbeenwelcomingtoLoisand me.It's
no wonderthatthepeoplein Caruthersvilleloveyou
liketheydo.When I firstmetyou,I never dreamedof
oneday beingabletobeyour pastor butmy timeas
InterimatFPC Caruthersvillegave mesuch an
opportunity.You andMiss Dothave taughtmemuch
more thanI intendedtolearn from you. I amjust
thankfultothe Lordforyour friendshipand mostof
all your deepabidinglove. Ilookforwardtodropping
by on my regular "fixes"toGrizzly Jigin thefuture!

92. From:
JanieCantrell
Dr. Currie, I hope you have a Merry
Christmasand a Very Happy Birthday.
I have so many happy memories of
you and Dot from whenI grew up in
Caruthersville. You are two of the
most wonderful people I have ever
known and I love you both. May God
bless you for thejoy and love you
have brought into allour lives.

93. From:
GywnMcDowell
Our family has very fondmemories of
the Currie's !! Thankyouso muchfor
making Caruthersville home somany
years ago! The support, friendship and
love youhave given to so many over
the years has been sucha blessing!
Hope you have a wonderful birthday
surrounded by your dear family!!! The
McDonald andMcDowell family love
youand your whole family!!!

94. From:
Sharon Gardner
About 30 years ago, I metDr. and Mrs. Currie
whenI was a new bride and newto
Caruthersville. They made me feelso welcome
whenI became a member of First Presbyterian
Church. Dr. Currie baptized Allison and Graham.
They have beenthere for our familythroughout
the years. They’ve celebrated accomplishments
and mourned withus. The Gardner Family wishes
you a Happy Birthday, Dr. Currie! Love you and
Dot! ❤️

95. From:
Jenny Middleton
Dr. and Mrs. Currie,We thank you so much for being apart
of our lives for four generationsnow. Youhavebeen atrue
exampleof genuinekindness andlove. Toall situations you
bring an understanding andcomfortingheartthat shows in
your words and actions. We wish you the happiestbirthday
Dr. Currie!!With love,the Morris,Fisher,Middletonand
Trowbridgefamilies!

96. From:
CaraBeth Reno
HappyBirthday, Dr. Currie. I
have been blessedin so
many waysby you andMrs.
Dot. Anytime I have ever
needed you, you are always
there. Thank you willnever
be enough! I hope you have
the best birthday, you
deserve it! ❤️
From:
Kay SimmonsWatkins
Happy Birthday, Dr. Currie. You
are always a blessingevery
timeI run into you. I always
leave better than you found
me! You & Mrs. Dot are an
inspiration to everyone! May
God bless you withmany more
years of being such a lightto
this world!

97. From:
ClaireMcKaskle
James
Dr. Currie,
Thankyou for enriching my childhood. I always said you
were my second parents. Through all the hospital visits,
weddings and funerals, you kept my faith in Christ alive. I
love you so much! Happy Birthday, sweet person!!!!

98. From:
Sarah Carmean McLellan
My mom found this sweet photo of
Dr. Currie on Christmas Eve at my
G.G.’s (Aileen Dorroh) house. Two of
my favorite people, by far. I loved
growing up with Dr. and Mrs. Currie
living beside my Dorroh family. I
absolutely adore the Currie’s as we
alldo and feel honored to have Dr.
Currie as my preacher for so many
years. Noone hasever been able to
compare to you, Dr. Currie. I wish
you the happiest birthday ever! 💕
🎉

99. From:
SusieOrton Ayers
I don't remember NOT having the Curries in my life.From a littlegirl
whose Daddy took her to a new church to coming home to Caruthersville
in 1999 even now whenever I see them outand about,Dr. Paul Currie
and hisgorgeous wife (whoALWAYS has a complimentand MEANS IT!)
have been a blessingto allthey meet. You truly feel refreshed when you
are aroundthem.They are a majorinfluenceon thiswhole area. Happy
BirthdayDr. Currie!! 🎶🎊🎁🎂🎉🎈🎶
Youare loved!!!

100. From:
CindyBethune
Dr. Currie,fivegenerationsofmy family
havebeenBLESSEDtocallyouourPastor
andourDEARfriend.Mygrandparents
lovedyouandMissDot,andnowMY
grandchildrenloveyou!!Sixtyyearsof
beingthereforusduringourhappiestof
daysandourdarkesthours.Not only
haveyoutakencare ofyourPresbyterian
"family"butyouhaveministeredtothis
entirecommunityandbeyond.Youare
LOVEDandREVEREDbyALLwhoselives
youhave touched.It's YOURbirthdaybut
WEare therecipientsofthewonderful
giftofyourpresenceinourlivesforso
manyyears!!!
THANKYOUDR.CURRIE andHAPPY
HAPPYBIRTHDAY!!!

101. From:
Nikki Riggs
Happy happy birthday toan amazingmanand true Christian role model.I
have never known a person who eminatespurejoyand a loveofChristand
peoplelikeyou. Fromyour weddingsermons,weeklysermons,tojustfunny
conversations aboutour families,you are alwaysabletoleavemewitha
feelingofpeaceand comfort!And alsoa fewlaughs asyou sharea taleof
your boys growing upas wewatchmy littleFord atchurch! 😀You and
your belovedMrs. Dotnever ceasetobring a smiletoall thoseyou
encounter! May webringyou somesmileson your specialday!!!! Happy
birthdaydear Dr.Currie!!!!!

102. From:
Krissy VanAusdall Cunningham
Happy Birthday come Christmas to the man who
married & baptized just about my entire family...
Dr. Currie & Mrs. Currie are the two sweetest souls
and have the biggest purest of hearts. They are so
special to myself and my family & I am so luckyto
have had them as neighbors, church family, and
two of the greatest role models. Hope your day is
aswonderful asyou!
Mom & Dad are wishing you the happiest of
birthdays as well!
Thankyou for simply being you 💕💙 You and
Mrs. Dot make life that much sweeter just having
y’all in our lives!💕💕💕

103. From:
Gwen JohnsonThompson
Happy Birthday to one ofthe
finest peopleI know!
You andMrs. Currie
welcomedme with open
arms when I movedto
Caruthersvilleand you both
will always holda special
placein my heart.
Happy Birthday Dr. Currie!!! The
lovethat youand Mrs. Currie
give to all whoknowyou is
such a blessing!! I am so grateful
for the impactyouhave had on
my wholefamily! The worldis
just better because youare in
it❤️ love youboth!!
From:
ShondaHollomonYoung

104. From:
AndreaChildressHolland
Hereare a fewmore...ourrehearsal dinner and wedding
in Martin,TN, on August12,2000, withDr. Currie
officiating.And notonly isAdam'smiddlenameCurrie
but Aidan'sisalso! Lastisa pic withAidanCurrie in
December2005.
TheHollandsand Curries haveshared manywonderful
momentstogether!Dr. Currie, hopeyou havethe best
birthdayever!!! Much love fromour familytoyours!
And here's tomanymore years ofmemories!

105. From:
AndreaChildress
Holland
One more I forgot I
had...AdamCurrie
and AidanCurriein
front of the Currie
House inJackson,
TN!

106. Front of the Currie House.

107. From:
Sara Nan Roy
The Curries have been like my grandparents-Horaceand Sara Dunagan-
both friendsand church members withthem, so I've made many trips
over andattend FPC withthem since my Mema died in2006.
"Granddaddyand Gigi" alwaysdrive around Reynolds Park, 1st State Bank
and Trust andthru the cemetery to view the gravesite and he alwayssays
a specialprayer in remembrance of them andour family.Thank you for
giving me so many happy memories of my grandparentsand
Caruthersville.

108. From:
JenniferAgostinelli
Youhave beensuch awonderful
example to all who know you.On
Sundays, it was an honorfor me
to sit by Mrs. Currie and Aunt
Mary and draw youpreaching!
Thomas and I loveyou and wish
you the happiest of birthdays!!!

109. From:
Nancy Bray
Ninety years ago on December 25, God blessed the world with the birth of Paul Currie. ForPaul to fulfill his life's
calling, God knewhewould need a loving, caring person byhis side, so He brought Paul and Dot together and called
their marriage good ! Thanks beto God for the Curries' ministry that has blessedso many generations in
Caruthersville, the bootheel and beyond.
Howgrateful I am my motherwas secretary at FirstPresbyterian Church in Cape Girardeau, MO when you became
Caruthersville's Presbyterian pastor, Paul. At that time ourchurches were in the same Presbytery so you and Dot
werein Cape often and becamefriends with my parents. Thevery best inheritance I receivedfrom them was a "
loveship " with you and Dot that has included your support and guidance of me through my professional life and
many challenging times in my own journey of faith and service as an Elder andClerk of Session.
You havebeena beloved, highly regardedsupply pastor and advisorfor Cape First Presby through the years, and
you werethe Pastor both of my parents wanted by their sides when their earthly lives were coming to an end.
Your beautiful funeral services for them continue to be of comfortto me anytime I reread them.
I am sograteful for my friendship with you and Dot and the joy and privilege ofknowing and loving you ! DearPaul,
if there werea Presbyterian Pastors' Hall of Fame, you would bethe bestof the bestin it !You havebeenand
continue to bethe people's Pastor and the pastors' Pastor. You areourrock, ourcomforter, ourinspiration, and there
is no prayerpower like the combined Curries' prayer power

110. From:
Tracy Thompson Darnell
Tim, the kids and I wish you a very Happy Birthday, Dr. Currie! You and Ms. Dot are
such a special part of our lives. Everyone who has had the pleasure of knowingyou,
has been blessed beyond measure. We hope you and Ms. Dot have a very Merry
Christmas!!
From:
Rebecca Cole
Happy Birthday!
To one of Caruthersville’s best assets. You and Mrs Currie are a Caruthersville
treasure. You both manageto make everyone who has metyou feel better about
themselves!

111. From:
Susan MehrleRyan
Dr. Currie,you and Ms. Dorothy have
always been a special part of our
family. You were some of our
grandparents best friends and I think
you married almost everyone in our
family. WhenI thinkof you I thinkof
one of the most Godly menI have ever
know. Here are pictures from our
weddingand Parker’s baptism. We love
y’all so much. Happy, happy birthday!!!

112. From:
Ricky Lyle
Krissy
Cunninghmas
Wedding

113. From:
HollyLyle
Once upon a time(well, actually just 8 years ago)
there was a couple who stole our hearts. There were
MANY practical reasons why a move to the
Bootheel may not be an ideal plan for The Lyle's.
However, we drove into the town to "sneak" around
and met the most delightful, endearing couple who
won us over from the second we walked into their
home. We talked like we were old friends and now I
realize this is the gift they have with everyone.
EVERYONE feels valued, treasured and like they are
the most important person in their presence! How
Christ-like is this quality! I have LOVED reading all
the messages and seeing photos(especially the
historical society biography). Every word affirms the
factthat you, Dr. Paul exemplify humility,
compassion and just a GREAT amount of love for
all. As your pretty prized Dot would say, "Thank you
for being born!!." You have enriched many a soul!
Happy Birthday!

114. From:
DebbieCochran
Happy Happy Birthday! I thinkthe first time I met you
and your precious wife was at Keith and Debbie’s
wedding. I did not know thatday that I had met two
such extraordinary people! One of the highlights of
Steve and my year wassharing Thanksgiving eve with
you and the Cybulski family. I have such fond memories
of our Branson adventures. We so enjoyed the Easter
Sunday we spent in Caruthersville. You graciously
extended your love and hospitality to our family. I am
so thankfulto be a part of your great big extended
family. I addmy praises and admiration to allof the
others! God sent an amazing man to be aninspiration to
allof the thousands of live you have touched. Wishing
you the happiest of birthdays!! Hugs ankissesto you
and Dot. To quote Dot “You both are the cherry on my
ice cream sundae”. ❤️

115. From:
Barbara Meredith
Happy Birthday, Dr. Currie, from one of your across the parking lot Methodist
neighbors! You truly do exemplify the Love of God. You have been a part of my
life for aslong asI can remember. Kindergarten, Bible School, Holy Week
services, weddings and funerals and much more. You and Mrs. Dot have been a
part of Caruthersville history. Having grown up around the same time
asDavid and Keith, I used to think you were at all of the activitiesgoing on
because your sons were involved. As I got older, I realized thatyou were there not
only for them, but for our entire community and beyond. I hope and pray that
your birthday will be joyful and that realize how much your whole community
loves and honors you!

116. From:
Susie Orton Ayers
I have to adda post I believe Momma
wouldwant tosay if she were here. The
FPC was a huge part of my mom's
(Hazel Ortons)life.I believe her church
and her pastorkept her going as longas
she was was physicallyable.Thank you
for being a big part of her life. ❤️

117. From:
Charlie Jones
Dr.Currieisoneofthefinestmenin
Caruthersville.Growingupinthiscityand
beingwithDavidthroughthefire
departmentmade itlikeI was apart ofthe
Curriefamily.I havealwayslovedboth
PaulandDorothyas theyshowedthere
loveforme overtheyears.Our
communityhasbeenblessedallthese
yearsbytheCurries.Happy90thBirthday
Dr.Currieandmanymore.GodBless.
Happy birthday Dr.
Currie.You arethe most
respectedman in
PemiscotCounty and itis
welldeserved.
From:
MikeHazel

118. From:
PennyGreen
Happy Birthday Dr.Currie! I hope your
day is everything you want ittobeand
more.You andMrs. Currie have beenan
exampletoso many peopleand are loved
by all.I cannot remembermy lifewithout
"The Curries."You havebeenthere
through mychildhood, weddings,
baptismsand funerals.Happy times,sad
timesand everything in between.You are
an amazingpersonwith an amazing
partner. May your daybe amazingas well.
I love you so very much and thankyou for
always beingthere!!!!

119. From:
Cathy McCullough Taylor
Dr. Currie,you havebeensuch aninspiration anda blessing
in our lives.I amso happywe madethe transition and
becamepart of the PresbyterianChurch familymany years
ago. Itis alwayssuch a pleasureto run in to you and your
sweet Dotwhen wereturnhome for avisit. Happy 90th
Birthday from theTaylors!

120. From:
Lisa Sanders
Happy90th Birthday Dr. Currie,
Thankyouso much for being such fine Christianexample for
me, my children, andour entire community. I have always
believed that the best asset Caruthersvillehas tooffer others is
our wonderfulpeople. Youhave alwaysbeen at the top of that
list.We wishyou a birthdayfilledwithlove andappreciation
for allyou have done.

121. ….and so many others we
could’ve added!!
Granddelly, it leaves me in awe to see andread all of
these sweet messages sentto you! Every person you
come into contact with, leaves a better person. You have
lived a long, inspiring life led by Christ. If everyone was
1% of the person you are, this world would be much
better off. I hope year 90 is as goodas all the otherones!
Thank you for always letting mewinSplat, Monopoly,
and ourraces to get ourPJs on. Amazing to think that
you werea minister for so long, and a jewlery store
robber! A true life of diversity ;-)
I love you Granddelly!
Ellen, your favorite grandchild!