Photo courtesy of Swartz Funeral Home - Flint
Flint, Michigan
Jan 5, 1935 – Aug 3, 2023
CURNOW, Elvira M. “Vera” – Of Davison, age 88, died Thursday, August 3, 2023 at Charter Senior Living of Davison.
Visitation 4-8 p.m. Monday, August 14, 2023 and visitation 10 a.m. Tuesday, August 15, 2023 until the time of the funeral service at 12 p.m. at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Flint, Father Roy Horning officiating.
Dress code is casual, but please wear something bright or neon colored.
Burial in Great Lakes National Cemetery at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, August 16, 2023.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.
Elvira “Vera” was born in Salina, Kansas on January 5, 1935, the daughter of the late James and Angeline (Dreiling) Carlson. On February 6, 1954, Vera married Cyril Curnow and he preceded her in death in January 2013. Vera graduated from Salina High School. She was a member of Holy Redeemer Catholic Church for over 40 years and the Genesee Star Quilters. She enjoyed quilting, was an avid reader and loved spending time with her family. Vera retired from Citizens Bank after many devoted years.
Surviving are sons, Christopher Curnow (Sheryl Champine) and Tony (Stacey) Curnow both of Davison;
six grandchildren, Nicholas II (Lisa) Curnow of Grand Rapids, Vanessa Curnow of Alpena, Leslie (Jim) Winkler of Allendale, Adam Curnow of Flushing, Colin (Haleigh Siple) Curnow of Davison and Alyssa (Ian) Thomason of Grand Blanc;
eight great-grandchildren;
sister, Mary (Bruce) Jones of Lacrosse, Kansas;
special friend, Annie McCann; and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Cyril, son, Nicholas Curnow and brother, James (Kay) Carlson.
Special thank you to the staff at Charter Senior Living for all their care and support.
Read MoreSo sorry for my late condolences. I had the pleasure of working with Vera at Citizens Bank, Longway Branch years ago. I know that will catch up with each other someday.
Brenda VanWagoner
July 05, 2025 | Ocala, FL | Friend
We're going to miss Vera's feisty attitude and her wonderful, thoughtful cards that were so encouraging. She was a caring big sister to my mother, and always made us feel welcomed into her family. Our sympathies go out to the family. Love you guys.
Rob & Edyta Pipkin
August 09, 2023 | Lakewood, CO | Family
Tony, thinking of you, and your family, and sending a prayer and our sympathies.
Don and Sherry Singleton
August 07, 2023 | Friend
Thank God for the gift of memories so she always be with you. Prayers are with the family.
Eddie & Paulette McGhee
August 07, 2023 | Flint, MI | Coworker
Cyril, Dick, and June
Brian & Sandie Cheney
August 07, 2023 | Lewiston, MI | Family
In our memories of the best Aunt/Great Aunt Vera ever, thank you for always being you, honest and caring. Love, the Cheney family- Brian and Sandie, Ross, Susan, and Tia in spirit with you.
Brian & Sandie Cheney
August 07, 2023 | Lewiston, MI | Family
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Craig and Debbie Carlton
August 06, 2023 | Davison, MI | Friend
Vera was a wonderful person and a dear friend. We spent many hours at craft shows and quilting. She will be truly missed
Linda McCann
August 04, 2023 | Rockwall, TX | Friend
Praying for the Family
Gloria Jenkins
August 04, 2023 | Flint, MI | Acquaintance