Mary Sue Curlee, 69, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, September 14, 2023. She was a native of Bedford, VA and had been a longtime Peninsula resident before relocating to Laneview, VA. Mary was a member of Poquoson Baptist Church where she was involved in the children's ministry and choir. She was employed by Avon Fashions for over 31 years.

She leaves behind her husband and best friend of 40 years, John Andrew Curlee; her mother Betty Jane Bowling; two sons, Derrick Andrew Curlee and his wife Tracy and Bradley David Curlee and his fiancée Lydia Easter; two sisters, Betty Evert and Carol Pember; 3 bonus siblings, Beth Curlee, Mark Curlee and Paul Curlee. Mary also leaves behind her a multitude of grandchildren and great grandchildren; Tiffany, Hayley, Mikayla, Goose (David), Jessica, Bayley, Rebecca, Grace, Jamielee, James River, Kayla, Charlie and Calvin. In addition to many nieces and nephews that loved her dearly.

Mary lived every day to the fullest. She had a great love for all people. Her family and her church family. Anyone that Mary met became family to her. Her laugh and smile brightened every room. She had a love for crafting, music and dancing. Every car ride you took Mary on was quite an adventure. She was a woman truly loved and will be missed beyond measure.

Visitation will be from 3 to 4pm with a funeral service beginning at 4pm on Sunday, September 17, 2023, at Poquoson Baptist Church, 283 Wythe Creek Rd, Poquoson, VA 23662. Burial will be private.