Age 80, passed away suddenly of unknown causes while engaging in what she so enjoyed: hiking. Emelie was a member of the Santa Clara County Audubon Society and the Companion of the Trail Hiking Group. An avid bird watcher and talented artist, Emelie will be sadly missed by all who knew and loved her. She is preceded in death by her husband, William Curtis. Survived by her children: Christine Crozier of Gottingen, Germany, Brian Curtis of Morgan Hill, Bruce Curtis of Valley Springs, CA and four grandchildren. A memorial service is scheduled for Sunday, August 2, 2009, 11:00 A.M. at the Johnson Funeral Home in Morgan Hill. Donations in her memory to your favorite charity.