Curtis E. Naeve
September 13, 2019
Curtis Eugene Naeve
(August 2nd, 1952 to September 13th, 2019)
Curt was born to Don and Shirley Naeve on August 2nd, 1952 in Humboldt. Don was a Navy veteran and exceptional carpenter and Shirley was an operator with Northwestern Bell. Curt graduated from Urbandale High School and started his career with Northwestern Bell, the same place his mom worked. He met the love of his life, Pam, when he was 20 years old. They were married 47 years and were blessed with 4 sons and 12 grandchildren.
Curt spent most of his life helping others, asking for nothing in return. He coached all of his kid's youth sports teams and the lessons went far beyond the playing field. Curt was often referred to as a “second dad” and was always available to lend an ear and offer advice to anyone in need. He spent countless hours helping family and friends with anything they needed, and was happy to serve as voluntary foreman on any job, often sharing the carpentry skills his father taught him.
Curt was lucky enough to retire from the phone company at the age of 50, after 30 years of service. He spent the next 17 years doing exactly what he wanted...he hunted, fished, puttered, pondered, loved, fought, and taught all of us how great of a man he was and how big his heart was. He spent some of the time working on his farms but he spent most of his time with his loving wife, sons, and his favorite of all, grandkids.
Curt was preceded in death by his parents, Don and Shirley and granddaughter, Abby. He is survived by his loving wife, Pam; sons, Craig (Tania), Tom (Stephanie), Tyler (Kristina), Lance (Libby); grandchildren, Kylie, Ashlyn, Dawson, Cael, Treyton, Ella, Kyra, Kaylen, Lilly, Caroline, and Calvin. Our husband, dad, father-in-law, and grandfather will be loved and missed for the rest of our lives.
All services will be at Rising Sun Church of Christ, 6390 E. Oakwood Dr., Pleasant Hill, IA. 50327. Visitation: Friday, September 20th from 4pm to 8pm. Funeral: Saturday, September 21st at 10am with luncheon immediately following. Memorial contributions may be made to Southeast Polk Dollars for Scholars in the name of Curt Naeve. Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Robert Davis
09/17/2019
Curt and I spent many weeks on the road traveling for the telephone company. You get to know a man real well in that situation, and Curt was a good one. I truly will miss him. Pam, may you and all of your family take comfort in knowing of all the lives he touched. We are all better people for knowing Curt!
Denise Tyler
09/17/2019
I was shocked and saddened to hear that Curt had passed away. He was a great man and will be missed by many. Thinking of you Pam and the entire family during this very difficult time. Keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Barb & Jeff Tuttle
09/17/2019
Our condolences for the loss of Curt. Keeping each of you in our thoughts and praying for peace and comfort in your time of loss.
Barb & Jeff Tuttle
Brett Rickabaugh
09/17/2019
I was so sad to here of Curt's passing. I enjoyed working with him on Tommy's house and was looking forward to spending more time with him on Tyler's house. He was a great person. I will be praying for the family in the weeks to come.
Andrea Thomas
09/17/2019
We are so sorry for your loss. Curt was truly a kind soul. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Fran Hamilton
09/17/2019
My heart is broken for all of you. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Tom & Josie Moburg
09/17/2019
We were so shocked & saddened to hear of Curt's passing. You all are in our thoughts & prayers. May God, your family, & friends comfort you all during this difficult time.
Connie J Naeve
09/17/2019
In the blink of an eye it can all be taken away~ Be grateful always. We serve a powerful God. Sorry for your Loss. He will be missed.
Joel Melton
09/16/2019
Thoughts, prayers and condolences to the Naeves.
Rick and Sue Shissler
09/16/2019
We are so sorry to hear about Curt. He was one of the most wonderful people we ever had the pleasure to call friend. He always had a smile and a handshake ready, along with a good ribbing! He was true to his friends and moreover to his family. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. What a wonderful husband, father and grandfather. His memory will live with you forever. May your friends, family and God give you comfort in this time of grief.
Terry and Cindy Hayworth
09/16/2019
We were deeply saddened to hear about Curt. May God be with you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers
Victoria Johnson
09/16/2019
Our hearts are heavy. We are so sorry your family has to go through this. When we think of Curt we also think of coach, husband, dad, grandpa, mentor with always a smile and a hello. Prayers for your family that your loving memories will help you during this time.
Kelly Shockley
09/15/2019
I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking of everyone.. sending thoughts and prayers to the family.
sherri L thomas
09/15/2019
I was shocked and very saddened when I heard of your passing, you were always a very nice man with a smile always you were a awesome husband, father and grandfather, you was a great mentor for your sons, when I think of your kid's I always smile Craig(AKA) egg head as me and Vernie called him terrorized me and Bob when we were camping, and I always teased Tyler for being to good looking, you will be missed, Gone To Soon for sure my thoughts will be with your family,
Sherri Thomas AKA Enie.
Jon and Kristy Steele
09/14/2019
We are so very saddened to learn of Curt's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends. Thinking of you all.
Jon and Kristy Steele