Curt was raised in East Detroit, Michigan, where he had many neighborhood friends who he remained close with all his life. Curt attended East Detroit Schools and graduated from Macomb Community College. In school Curt found his life long affair with music.
His talents included playing the clarinet, flute, alto and baritone sax. Starting out with an eight piece band on Glastonbury, Detroit. He then formed and co-lead a band at Cranbrook called Brookside Jazz Ensemble in the 70’s. The band practiced every Monday night and also held many concerts there. Curt participated in Detroit’s Montreal’s Jazz Festivals, and had many memorable gigs with The Johnny Trudell Orchestra.
Being behind the music stand with all his favorite musician friends was home to his heart.
Curt was also successful in business. He began his career working for Ed Naren’s, later working at Woodbridge Group, and then went on and started his own company called C. Neumann Associates as an automobile parts distributor for the big three.
Curt was known for his larger than life personality, his robust energy, always friendly and jovial, a jokester at times. He enjoyed bringing smiles and laughs to everyone. He had such a warm, upbeat nature and was also known for his generosity.
He was a loving husband to his wife Sue of 56 years. The pair enjoyed renovating many homes in Grosse Pointe and creating an atmosphere of elegance and warmth to share with family and friends. The couple also had a second home at Boyne Highlands in Harbor Springs. They enjoyed many years there spending time with family, friends, and neighbors, whether it was dining out, golfing, or boating.
Curt’s passion was his love for boating. He was Director at the Grosse Pointe Yacht Club for many years, took many trips to Clinton River Boat Club and The Old Club on Harsen’s Island. They also took annual trips to Harbor Springs and Georgian Bay.
Curt is survived by his wife of 56 years Sue, his daughter Kristyn, son-in-law Brian, and grandson Daniel, who was his world. He was a loyal friend, loving husband, supporting and loving Father and Granfather to Kristyn and Daniel. He will be dearly missed. A special heartfelt thank you to Paul Treder, Rich Fabiano, and Donny Rotunda for always being there.
A Memorial Visitation honoring Curt’s memory will be held on Saturday, April 10th, from 2-8pm. at A.H. Peter’s Funeral home. 20705 Mack Avenue ( corner of Mack and Vernier) Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan. 48236. In lieu of flowers, donations in Curt’s memory can be made to the Michigan Humane Society 30300 Telegraph Road, suite#220, Bingham farms, MI 48025
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