Jaylen Alexander Curlee

Jaylen Alexander Curlee was born September 10, 1997, in Cleveland, Ohio, and over the years he built a life defined by devotion to his family and the simple pleasures he loved. After relocating to Evansville, Indiana, Jaylen attended Bosse High School and later trained in welding and carpentry — trades that reflected his steady hands and practical care for others. He worked at Sunrise Coal Company, where colleagues remember him as someone who took pride in his work.

Above all, Jaylen was a father. Friends and family remember him for the warmth he showed his child and for moments shared over basketball games and long days spent fishing. Those who knew him say he enjoyed being outdoors, the quiet focus of a good day on the water, and the camaraderie of a neighborhood pickup game.

Jaylen’s life was anchored in family ties; he was the son of Louis O. Curlee and Karen Curlee Norman-Joyce and remained close to those who loved him from childhood through his years in Evansville. He is remembered for his gentle presence, his practical skills, and the small acts of care that mattered most to those around him.

Though his life was tragically cut short on December 11, 2022, the memories Jaylen made — as a son, a father, a friend, and a hardworking tradesman — endure. His family and community honor his memory, holding fast to the moments of laughter, shared interests, and quiet devotion that defined him.