Curtis Saulter of Rockford departed this earthly life October 29, 2021. He was born December 21, 1936  in Rose Hill, MS, the son of Ezell and Samantha Saulter. Curtis lived over 60 years in Rockford coming from Mississippi.  He married the former Mercy Evans April 22, 1961 in Rockford.  Curtis was employed as a machine operator by Rockford Products 35 years before retiring.  He was a member of Providence Missionary Baptist Church, serving as a Trustee, and Usher. Curtis was a member of the Rockford Freeport Usher Council.  He was an avid bowler. Curtis graduated from Jasper County High School.

Curtis leaves to cherish many loving memoires, his devoted wife, Mercy; two daughters, Sandra Clark and Patrice (Willie) Singletary; five grandchildren; brother Jimmie (Bettye) Saulter a host of nieces, nephews other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents, son, Curtis S.  Saulter; one sister and four brothers.

Services will be held 11:00 a.m. Saturday, November 6, 2021 at Providence Baptist Church 2209 Clifton Ave. Burial in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service. Arrangements completed by Carl E Ponds Funeral Home Inc. 200 N. Johnston Ave.