Curley, Jerome

Jerome Curley (Dec. 15, 1948-Dec. 1, 2024) was a local author with books about Salem's history, especially through postcards. Some of his books were co-authored by Nelson Dionne.

Born in Lynn, he was the son of the late Edmund and Eileen (Koen) Curley. He was raised and educated in Swampscott and was a graduate of Swampscott High School. Jerome continued his education receiving his bachelor’s degree from Boston University and his Master of Theology from St. John’s Seminary in Boston. Curley embarked on a long and successful career in social services, beginning as a Social Worker and later serving as Supervisor and Area Director with the Department of Children and Family Services for many years until the time of his retirement.

Curley was an accomplished author, having written several books about the history of Salem.

See Also

• Legendary Locals of Salem Jerome M. Curley, Dorothy V. Malcolm, and Nelson L. Dionne.

• Salem Through Time Jerome M. Curley & Nelson L. Dionne

• "Obituary Jerome M. Curley" Salem News, Dec. 4, 2024, p. A5