Pamela Denise Curry departed this earthly life July 20, 2023. She was born on September 4th, 1955 in Jackson, Tennessee. The daughter of Rev. Ezell and Forrestine Curry. Pamela lived in Rockford since 1961 coming from Jackson. She was devoted to improving the lives of others as an educator at Barbara Olsen School of Hope, Youth build, and lastly at Jefferson High School for 16 years before retiring. Pamela was an active member of Bethel Baptist Church where she served on the Mothers Board & as a member of the choir. She was a proud member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. serving as past president of the Rockford Alumnae Chapter. Pamela graduated from East High School and received her Bachelors degree from Northern Illinois University.

Pamela leaves to cherish many loving memories, four sons, Earl Dmitre Curry, Kalverez Joiner, Devin Joiner and Devon (Madison) Joiner; five grandchildren; Arika, Donavan, Dominic, Nairobi and Hallie; several brothers and sisters including brother, Keith (Sheila) Curry; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins other relatives and friends. She was predeceased by her parents.

Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday July 29th, 2023 at Bethel Baptist Church 724 Harrison Ave. Burial will be in Cedar Bluff Cemetery. Visitation will be held 9:00 a.m. until the time of service. Arrangements completed by Carl E. Ponds Funeral Home Inc. 200 N. Johnston Ave.