Joseph Culp

It is with great sadness that the family announces the passing of Joe on September 15, 2009 in Barrington, Illinois. Beloved husband of Cathy Carter-Culp; brother to Mary; and loving father to Patti Shenfield (Butch), David, Cheryl Schmitt (Mike), Jim (Ladda), Janelle Grice (David), Margo Lamb (Bruce), Michael, Graham (Carol), Alison Bowen (Guy), and Lauren; as well as grandfather to 16 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. Joe was born August 18 1935 in Stettler, Alberta Canada. He was preceded in death by his parents and younger brother Jimmy. Joe will be remembered for his zest for life in all he did. He was a memorable veteran of the furniture industry, both in Canada and the U.S., who left an indelible impression on all who knew him. At home, he was an entertainer and an accomplished cook with a great love for jazz and the company of friends. He was happiest on the golf course when he was with friends and family. Visitation will be held at Davenport Funeral Home, 419 E Terra Cotta Ave (Rt. 176), Crystal Lake, Illinois on Monday, September 21, 2009 from 11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. Services to follow immediately after. Internment will be at Windridge Memorial Park and Nature Sanctuary in Cary, Illinois. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Melanoma Research Foundation, www.melanoma.org, select "memorials" or send to The Melanoma Research Foundation, 170 Township Line Rd, Bldg B, Hillsborough NJ 08844-3867. On-line condolences may be submitted to the Culp family at www.DavenportFamily.com. For information, call the funeral home at 815-459-3411.

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