John F. Curtis Jr.
Tomb Position
SentinelTomb Relief
Tomb Dates
Sep 1958 - Aug 1959Society Membership
MemberObituary
John was retroactively awarded his Tomb Guard Identification Badge on Feb. 11, 2015 by Old Guard Regimental Commander Col. Johnny Davis in a unique ceremony attended by close friends and family. He passed away just three days after the Badge ceremony age 77. After his time in the Army, John became a successful architect. He is survived by his wife, Dolores and sister, Carol Curtis.Memories & Condolences
Share a Memory
Units & Campaigns
3d United States Infantry Regiment (The Old Guard)Awards & Decorations
Tomb Guard Identification Badge (No Number Issued)Support the Society
The Society of the Honor Guard, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier (SHGTUS) is able to provide our programs, events, assistance, scholarships, and services due to the generosity of its members, organizations, and individuals. SHGTUS does not receive institutional funding. Note: The Society of the Honor Guard, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is a 501(c)(3) organization, so your contributions may be fully tax deductible.
Learn More
Did you know?
Do you guard in a blizzard or a bad thunderstorm?
YES, but the accomplishment of the mission and welfare of the Soldier are never put at risk. The Tomb Guards have contingencies that are ready to be executed if the weather conditions ever place the Soldiers at risk of injury or death (i.e. lightning, high winds, etc). This ensures that Sentinels can continue the mission while ensuring safety. It is the responsibility of the Chain of Command from the Sergeant of the Guard to the Regimental Commander to ensure mission accomplishment and soldier welfare at all times.
It was erroneously reported that during Hurricane Isabel, the Sentinels were ordered to abandon their posts for shelter and that they refused. No such order was ever given. All proper precautions were taken to ensure the safety of the Sentinels while accomplishing their mission. Risk assessments are constantly conducted by the Chain of Command during changing conditions to ensure that soldier welfare is maintained during mission accomplishment.
