Of Grass Lake, MI passed away surrounded by his loving family on April 23, 2016 at the age of 68. He was born on May 18, 1947 in Jackson, MI to parents Herbert and Hilda Curtis. Carl married the love of his life, Laray in 1969 in Quincy, MI. Carl worked for The University of Michigan as a Maintenance Supervisor for many years. He loved being outdoors, hunting, fishing, four wheeling, and loved being with his family. Carl is survived by his mother, Hilda Curtis; daughters, Michelle (Bobby) Craft and Tonya Curtis; life partner, Jeanette Craft; granddaughter, Emma Craft; and a host of nieces, nephews, and many friends. Carl was preceded in death by his father, Herbert and loving wife, Laray. A celebration of Carl’s life will be held on Friday, April 29, 2016 at 11:00 am at the funeral home with visitation on Thursday, April 28, 2016 from 2-4 and 6-8 pm and Friday from 10:00 am until time of service. Carl will be laid to rest next to his loving wife, Laray at Oakwood Cemetery, Grass Lake.