Anson "Andy" Mccurdy

Anson ("Andy") McCurdy, 75, of Portsmouth, RI, formerly of Shrewsbury, MA, passed away peacefully in Newport, RI on July 11, 2015. Born in Worcester, MA, Andy was the son of the late Archibald and Grace McCurdy. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Barbara, his son James and his wife Elizabeth, his son David and his wife Laura, and his grandchildren Nathan and Camille. Andy graduated high school in 1957 from St. John's Preparatory School in Worcester, MA. He studied marketing at Clark University in Worcester, MA where he met his wife Barbara. After graduating from Clark University in 1962, Andy served in the U.S. Army in Germany where he and Barbara were married. He then began a 35 year career at Wyman-Gordon Company in North Grafton, MA. He was a Sales and Marketing Manager of Turbine Products. Andy was a respected leader in the titanium industry, serving as both a Director and President of the International Titanium Association.A long time sailor, Andy enjoyed sailing with his family on Narragansett Bay. When he retired, he volunteered to teach sailing to the disabled in the 'Shake-a-Leg' program in Newport. He was an active member of the Ida Lewis Yacht Club, where he often volunteered as a Principal Race Officer.Andy enjoyed traveling with his wife and was a devoted father and grandfather. He was active in the St. Barnabas Parish where he volunteered as a Lector. Calling hours are omitted.A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, July 18 at 10:00 AM in St. Barnabas Church, 1697 East Main Rd., Portsmouth, RI. Burial with military honors will be private. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to St. Barnabas Church. Service JUL 18. 10:00 AM St. Barnabas Catholic Church 1697 East Main Road Portsmouth, RI, US