David I Elow

Born on April 29, 1927, in Brooklyn, New York, to Bernard and Anne (Goldblatt) Elowsky, David lived a long, full, and meaningful life marked by dedication, curiosity, hard work, and, above all, a deep love of family and community.

A proud graduate of Brooklyn Technical High School, David served in the United States Army during World War II as a refrigeration technician in Korea. Following his military service, he pursued his passion for engineering at Cornell University, earning a Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering degree in January 1950.

On June 29, 1952, David married the love of his life, Barbara Weiser. Together, they shared 67 wonderful years of marriage until her passing in 2019. Their life together was filled with family, friendships, adventures, and countless treasured memories.

David and Barbara raised their three daughters in New Rochelle, New York, where they established a warm and loving home. Later, they made their home in Owosso, Michigan, where David built lasting friendships and became an integral part of a close-knit community. He eventually enjoyed many years in Hilton Head, South Carolina, where he indulged his lifelong love of golf and continued his commitment to community involvement. In 2018, David returned to mid-Michigan, bringing with him a lifetime of friendships and memories.

Throughout his life, David found joy in the simple and enduring pleasures: time spent with family and friends, a good round of golf, the companionship of sweet dogs, and being part of a community. He was fortunate to build friendships across the country, and his warmth, loyalty, and genuine interest in others left a lasting impression on those who knew him. His life was a testament to the value of staying connected, giving back, and finding happiness in the people and experiences around us.

David is survived by his three daughters: Ellen Elow-Mintz (Daniel Mintz), Jane E. Getschman (Robert), and Carol Elow; five grandchildren: Lindsey Davis (Ryan), Jason Fish (Kait), Miriam Mintz (Andrew Gruen), Tamar Segel (Brian), and Hannah Getschman (Kait); and six beloved great-grandchildren, who brought him tremendous joy.

He was predeceased by his beloved wife, Barbara; his sister, Martha Rosenfeld; and his brothers-in-law, Martin Rosenfeld, Norman Weiser, and Sherman Weiser. He is also survived by his sister-in-law, Joyce Weiser, as well as many loving nieces and nephews.

David will be deeply missed by his family and the many friends he made throughout his life. His legacy lives on in the generations he helped shape, the communities he enriched, the friendships he nurtured, and the love he gave so generously. He will be remembered with affection for his devotion to family, his appreciation of community, his love of golf and dogs, and the many ways he made life richer for those around him.

The graveside service will be, Tuesday, November 10, 2026, at 1:30 PM at Evergreen Cemetery, 2600 E. Mt. Hope Ave., Lansing, MI 48910. Those who can't attend the service may join us via Zoom

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In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to either of the following organizations in David's honor: National Jewish Health,1400 Jackson Street, Denver, Colorado, supporting its specialized respiratory healthcare and research; or

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 262 Danny Thomas Pl., Memphis, Tennessee, 38105 supporting its mission to advance cures and means of prevention for pediatric catastrophic diseases (both donation links are located below).