Community gathers in remembrance of Lucy Pat Curl outside First Baptist Church of Orlando.
The Orlando community mourns the loss of 85-year-old Lucy Pat Curl, the wife of a local pastor, who succumbed to injuries from a brutal home invasion. The tragic attack occurred on February 1, 2025, and following her hospitalization, her family made the difficult decision to take her off life support. The suspect, Ronald Davis, has been arrested and faces serious charges, including first-degree murder. The Curl family emphasizes forgiveness and will honor Lucy’s memory with a special service on February 16, 2025.
In a heart-wrenching turn of events, the quiet community of Orlando is reeling after the tragic death of Lucy Pat Curl, an 85-year-old beloved figure and the wife of a prominent local pastor. Lucy succumbed to her injuries early Wednesday morning after being brutally assaulted during a brutal home invasion that occurred just days earlier.
The horrifying incident took place on February 1, 2025, when an intruder, posing as a community service officer, forced his way into the Curl family home. The suspect, identified as Ronald Davis, 55, initially attempted to deceive Lucy by demanding entry under false pretenses. When Lucy questioned his identification, the situation escalated quickly, leading to a violent attack that left her critically injured.
After the assault, Lucy bravely managed to reach a car outside her home and honked the horn to signal for help. Unfortunately, the brutal attack had already taken a devastating toll on her health. Lucy was hospitalized, fighting for her life, but tragically, her family made the difficult decision to take her off life support just days later on February 5, 2025.
Following the attack, Orlando police swiftly arrested Ronald Davis the next day. This wasn’t his first run-in with the law; he has a long history of violence, including previous charges for burglary, assault, and battery. Davis is now facing a series of serious charges, including home invasion robbery with a weapon and aggravated battery on a person over 65 with great bodily harm. In light of Lucy’s passing, an additional charge of first-degree murder has also been filed against him.
Bill Curl, Lucy’s husband and pastor at First Baptist Church of Orlando, is at the center of this tragedy, as his wife becomes a symbol of vulnerability in their community. During a recent church service, Senior Pastor David Uth publicly shared the details of the attack, expressing the profound shock and grief felt by many.
In the wake of this heartbreaking loss, the Curl family has asked for privacy, emphasizing their commitment to forgiveness despite the circumstances surrounding Lucy’s death. They have voiced their belief that holding onto anger only perpetuates pain, and instead, they have chosen to remember Lucy’s grace and kindness.
To honor the memory of Lucy Pat Curl, a special service will be held on February 16, 2025, at the First Baptist Church of Orlando. The family appreciates the flood of support and prayers they’ve received from the community during this difficult time. Lucy is remembered not just as a spouse but as a cherished member of the Orlando community whose light touched many lives.
The Curl family’s heartbreak serves as a reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of community support in times of tragedy. As loved ones gather to celebrate Lucy’s life, they strive to keep her spirit alive through their acts of kindness and compassion toward one another.
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