William Curtis Presley passed away peacefully in his sleep on Wednesday, May 24, 2023. He enjoyed his 97 years of life, but was ready to be reunited with his wife in the gardens of Heaven.

Left to cherish his memory is his daughter Sandra Walls. He is also survived by granddaughter Aurielle Poole and husband Matthew, grandson Brett Walls and wife Jamie, and three great-granddaughters Ellie and Piper Walls and Emerson Poole.

He was preceded by wife of 67 years, Thelma Presley, his parents John and Crettie Presley of Edenton, NC, and sister Marie Schneider of California.

Curtis retired from the US Postal Service in 1988. After retirement he spent more time playing golf, working in his beautiful yard, and enjoying his two grandchildren. He loved his family and cherished the time he was able to spend with them right up to the end. He left them with many
special memories.

Mr. Presley was a member of Longview Baptist Church in Raleigh, NC.