Curtis confessed his love for Christ at an early age and became a member of Shady Grove AME church where he served as a youth until moving to Detroit, Michigan. While in Detroit he became a member of Liberty Temple Baptist Church. There he served on many boards. He was deacon and an usher. After retiring and returning to Monticello he reunited with his home church. Curtis was a faithful member of Shady Grove and served as Steward, Trustee, as an Usher, and one that he was most proud was being a doorkeeper as an usher.
Curtis attended Drew High School at Monticello, AR and was a member of the Class of 1959. Curtis worked for General Motors for 33 years and was a manager of the painting division at the time of retiring.
He was preceded in death by two grandsons, Christopher Cavaness and Denno' Trey' Shawn Daniels; one brother, Clifford Cavaness; six sisters, Carrie Daniels, Clara Narrell, Hazel Daniels, Eloise Stockard, Dorothy Hicks, and Sherby Gipson; and one son, Ricardo Twine.
Curtis was married to Mrs. Lillie Cavaness and to this union four children were born: Curtis Lamar, Veronica, Christopher, and Yolanda.
Later he married Terri Cavaness, and they shared three children, Rhonda Bennett, Carlos Twine, and Ricardo Twine.
Curtis was loved by those who knew him. He loved and was concerned for the welfare of his mother and other members of his family. He was a loving husband and father.
Curtis leaves to cherish his precious memory a loving caring wife, Terri Cavaness; daughters, Veronica Tucker, Yolanda Cavaness, and Rhonda Bennett (Elgin); sons, Curtis Lamar Cavaness, Christopher Cavaness, Carlos Twine; grandchildren, Ciara Cavaness, Zoey Cavaness, Craig Cavaness, Stephen Cavaness, Ryan Cavaness, Curtis Cavaness, Jr., Ashley Allen (Anthony), Antijuan Tucker, Sasha Tucker, Shijuan Tucker, Paisley Payne, Keara Twine, Elgin Bennett, II, Carlos Twine, Jr. ; twenty four great grandchildren, on brother Dwight (Alma) Cavaness of Little Rock, AR; three sisters, Ira Watkins, Herdicine Meadows, of Monticello, Hallie Valentine (Al) of Picayune, MS; sister in law, Jeriesha Cavaness; nieces, nephews, and a host of other relatives; and the Shady Grove A.M.E. Church family and friends.
Homegoing celebrations will be Saturday, March 8, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. in the Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Chapel. Burial will follow in Mount Pleasant Campground Cemetery. Repass will be held at Holmes Chapel Hawkins Center, 527 E. McCloy in Monticello after the burial. You can sign Curtis' guestbook here on his page.
Condolences(12)
Latrina Ollison-Coasey
Seffner, FL Saturday, March 8, 2025 Veronica Tucker, sorry for the loss of your father. Much condolences to you and your entire family during this difficult time. God bless.Sincerely,
Trina
Carolyn Patillo
Detroit, MI Saturday, March 8, 2025 My heart is heavy, but I know uncle Curtis is at rest now. Missing my family to share in our sorrow. He can truly say he was loved by his family because he gave so much love back. Terri Cavaness, JOB WELL DONE! The best caregiver anyone can ever ask for.Your neice, Carolyn Patillo
Valerie stockard
Clayton, NC Friday, March 7, 2025 My Uncle Curtis: I want to extend to the family my deepest and most sincere condolences. My heart is heavy grief. He will always be missed because I love my uncle very much. He has his wings now, souring above to watch over us while we try to cope with his passing. I will miss him forever, Love Valerie StokardBridgette Freeman
Monticello, AR Friday, March 7, 2025 Sending our heartfelt condolences to the entire family,Our prayer is that God gives you strength that surpasses all understandingWe love you
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Welton Lewis
University park, MI Friday, March 7, 2025 Please accept my sincere condolences 🙏Ernestine Robinson
Greensboro, NC Thursday, March 6, 2025 My deepest condolences to the family. I know his son, Curtis, very well and have seen firsthand the love and respect he has for his father. I only had the chance to meet Mr. Cavaness once, but it was clear how much he meant to those around him. My heart goes out to all who are grieving this loss. Wishing you strength and peace during this difficult time.Angelia L Collier
Woodbridge, VA Wednesday, March 5, 2025 Dear Family,I am saddened to hear about the passing of Uncle Curtis. His warmth will be profoundly missed. I know that he has left a mark on all our hearts.
To Veronia, Lamar, Yolanda, and Chris—your father was a good man who loved you deeply. His legacy will live on through each of you and your beautiful children. To Bonnie, I hope you find peace in the memories you created together.
As we go through this difficult time, remember the words from 2 Corinthians 1:3-4: “Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles.”
May you all find comfort in each other and in the love that surrounds you.
Our heartfelt condolences,
Angelia & Colette
shalonda Williams
Pine Bluff, AR Wednesday, March 5, 2025 My heart is definitely hurting for you Mrs Cav...I extend my deepest sympathy to you and the family. I love you!RDeWayne Banks
Little Rock, AR Tuesday, March 4, 2025 Bonnie, Mrs. Watkins, Dwight, Uncle Joe and the Cavaness family, I am extremely sorry for OUR loss. Many of you frequently visited my mom before she left us in 2018 and I am grateful. My prayer is to keep you strong and blessed. Curtis was a wonderful Godsend. Love you all. RickeyTOMMY SHAW
Galt, CA Tuesday, March 4, 2025 SENDING PRAYERS,WE GREW UP TOGETHERRev. Karen Jackson
Wilmar, AR Monday, March 3, 2025 You have my deepest sympathySo many fun memories and talks
Remember earth has no sorrow that heaven can not heal.
Faye Harris
Tucson, AZ Monday, March 3, 2025 Bonnie and family of Curtis, I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for you and your family. May God give you strength.