Gilman & Valade Logo

"A Century of Dedication, Compassion & Guidance"

Call 24 hours (860) 928-7723

Curt D. Heath

Published: 23 Condolences

August 21, 1959 – April 4, 2018

Putnam – Curt D. Heath, age 58, died Wednesday, April 4, 2018, surrounded by his loving family at UMASS Memorial Health Care, University Campus, Worcester after a brief illness.

He leaves his cousin and lifelong friend, Melzer Heath of Putnam, with whom he lived for the past 18 years; his father, Harvey Bennett of Putnam; his brothers, Steven Heath and his wife Rose of Thompson, Jamie Heath and his wife Debra of Putnam; Scott Bennett and his wife Misty of Putnam; his sisters, Joyce Cote and her companion Hugh McLaughlin, III of Putnam, Brenda Heath of Putnam and Heidi Bennett of Putnam; several nieces and nephews, including his Godson, Adam T. Heath of Colchester, CT; a special niece, Kacey Terranova of Putnam; and a very special great niece, Kelsey Terranova and special great nephew, Benjamin Johnson, whom he thought of as his own. He was predeceased by his wife, Rose Marie (Jason) Heath in 2011, and by his brothers, Eugene “Huey” Heath in 1974 and Allard J. “Tyke” Heath, Jr. in 2014.

Born in Putnam, CT, Curt was the son of the late Allard J. “Red” Heath of Lisbon, NH, who died in 1998 and Alma “Elsie” (Lannaville) Bennett, of Putnam, who died in 1997, and lived here all his life. Curt was last employed at Marianapolis Preparatory School, where he worked in the cafeteria. He was previously employed at U.S. Button in Putnam and Linemaster Switch in Woodstock. Amongst his favorite past times where spending time with Kacey, Kelsey and Benjamin – going to the park, Lake Compounce and collecting rocks along the river trail. He enjoyed helping Kacey with Partylite, writing recipes in his recipe book, publishing the dinner menu on Facebook, cooking and baking with Mel, making dog treats for Diego and Chevy. He was an avid reader and would often times read an entire book in just one day while sitting by the river or the lake. He was passionate about cleaning his house and enjoyed watching HGTV and the Food Network.

Relatives and friends are invited to calling hours for Curt in the Gilman Funeral Home & Crematory, 104 Church Street, Putnam on Monday, April 9, 2018, from 4:00 to 7:00 pm, with a prayer service at 6:45 pm The family requests that flowers be omitted. For memorial guestbook visit www.GilmanAndValade.com.

Condolence Messages

  1. My deepest condolences My heart broke when I heard this unfortunate news will always love you uncle curt

  2. My most sincere condolence to Melzer and the entire Heath family. Curt will be missed by so many. My prayers for all of you.

  3. My deepest condolences. I will always remember his smiling face. I’m pretty sure he will continue to take care of my plant from heaven. ❤️

  4. To the entire family, I send my deepest condolences. Curt was very important to Hailey, whom I heard he referred to lovingly as “Gabby”. Anytime I was in his company, he was a very kind and sweet man. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

  6. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Heath family. Curt is at peace and heaven has gained another angel.

  7. I was saddened to hear that Curt passed. I remember all the family gatherings and fun that we had. He was a wonderful guy with a sense of humor. My condolences to all the family.

  8. Curt, I’m gonna miss the way you always made me smile when ever I saw you.i could be having the worse day and I would run into you and it was an instant pick me up ..you were such a kind soul with a happy spirit….fly with the angels I will miss you dear friend.lots of love and prayers of comfort for your entire family.

  9. My sincere and heartfelt condolences to all of the Heath family on the loss of a man who touched a lot of lives, including mine. He will be missed by many but know he will be watching over all of you with much love and affection.
    May the memories of happy moments shared help you through this difficult time.

    Love,
    Cousin Lori Drouin

  10. Deepest heart felt sympathy Brenda Harvey Joyce and family.you are in my thoughts and prayer

  11. My dearest brother Curt, we struggled with the decisions we had to make, but made them with your best interest at heart. Your struggles in life are now over and you can now rest and join in the joys of heaven with those who have gone before you. Reunite and rejoice. We will miss you every day.

  12. I am sorry for your loss and prayers are with you all. Great man going home to God

  17. Rest in peace Curt.. you were the kindest guy I ever knew… your suffering is over and now you can literally breathe easier…my prayers to the entire Heath family. Keep those warm memories close to your heart….they will guide you through these difficult days to come.

  18. My deepest condolences to the Heath family and friends for the loss of your loved one Curt. Gone but not forgotten a wonderful promise in God’s word the Bible for the loved ones we have lost in death to be fulfilled very soon right here on a brand new Paradise Earth by his son Jesus Christ it will give you hope and comfort during this difficult time Acts 24:15; John 5: 28,29; Revelation 21: 1-5.

  19. My condolences to Harvey, Curt’s brothers & sisters, Uncle Mel, and the entire family. Rest in Peace Curt.

  20. Curt made his mark on this world … I always enjoyed his humor & very honest opinions! He was loved & will be missed. Thinking of you all at this very difficult time … love & many, many hugs. XXOO

  21. Curt you will be deeply missed, I will miss the talks we shared the love of music an that big smile of yours.

  22. Dear Jaime and family,

    Many years have passed . I often think of you when going through pictures and I see you with my son Chris during his confirmation. I did not know your brother but I’m sure his spirit was as kind as yours. I was saddened to hear that he was ill but to know that he is in heaven and at peace is such a blessing;. Please know you remain in our thoughts and prayers.

  23. It’s hard to believe that you’ve been gone two weeks tomorrow. The loss of you in our lives hurts more than you probably ever would have imagined will you were still here on earth with us.

    Brother:

    You gave no last farewell, Nor ever said Good-Bye.
    You were gone before we knew it, and only God
    knows why. A million times we will you. A million times we will cry.
    If love alone could have saved you, you never would have died.
    In life we loved you dearly, in death we love you still.
    In our hearts you hold a place, no one else can fill.
    It broke our hearts to lose you, but you didn’t go alone,
    for part of us went with you, the day God took you home.
    We will meet again someday, I know in a better place.
    Thank God He made you our brother while you
    were here on earth.

    Curt – You are missed dearly. I so wish we could have you back!

Leave Your Condolence

Please share your message of condolence with the family, It will be visible to the public but your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *