Age 62, died unexpectedly, and peacefully, at his home in White Bear Lake, Minnesota, on September 17, 2015. Beloved husband and father, cherished friend, respected business leader, and pillar of his community. Survived by wife Helen Duritsa, children Rosalyn and Jack, mother Carolyn Curtis Sloan and brother Calvin of Redwood City, CA, and brother Daniel of Steamboat Springs, CO. Also survived by many brother and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, and extended family members. Preceded in death by father L. Norman Sloan and nephew Carson Sloan. Born in Sioux City, IA, on Father's Day and summer solstice, June 21, 1953. Graduate of Carlton College (1975), co-founder and CFO Quicksilver Express Courier, established 1982. Founding member of Powderhorn Puppet Theatre and long-time supporter of In The Heart of the Beast Puppet and Mask Theatre. Curt loved and patronized the theatre and all kinds of music and arts, first as an artist/performer and then as an ardent audience member. Supporter of many area organizations, particularly food co-ops and the White Bear Unitarian Universalist Church. Passionate about tent camping, building fires, wild places, and spending time on the lake, he took great pleasure in work and the growth of his business, and the greatest pleasure in the love of his family. He was proud of his children and adored his wife. Service October 4, 2015, 4pm, White Bear Unitarian Universalist Church, 328 Maple Street, Mahtomedi, MN, followed by reception. Memorials to Cedar Cultural Center (Mpls), Solid Ground family assistance organization (WBL), and Animal Humane Society (Golden Valley) for their St. Paul location.