Curnow Funeral Home & Cremation Service - Sumner
Serving Western Washington Families Since 2003
Our Sumner funeral home has served over 12,000 families since its founding in 2003. Curnow Funeral Homes have become a cornerstone for those seeking compassionate and individualized funeral arrangements. Our experienced staff is here to guide you through choosing the appropriate burial, cremation, or memorial plan that fits your needs and respects your budget.
Our role as a certified Veteran's Funeral Specialist (VFS) underscores our dedication to providing specialized care for America's Veterans and their families. This distinction is a testament to our comprehensive understanding of the specific protocols and benefits associated with veteran funerals, ensuring that those who served our country are honored with the dignity and recognition they deserve.
At Curnow Funeral Homes, we are more than just a provider of funeral services. We are a trusted partner to our community and a staunch advocate for families during the most challenging times.



- Private Gathering Spaces
- Cremation Services
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Funeral Preplanning
Arrange your funeral in advance for peace of mind. Learn more.
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Prepaid Cremation
Lock in cremation costs by paying ahead. Learn more.
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Veteran Funeral Specialists
Our professionals are trained in veteran funeral care and ethics.
- Aftercare and Grief Support
- Memorial Programs and Stationery
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Identification Viewings
A brief, private moment to confirm a loved one’s identity.
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Private Viewings
A quiet farewell for close family and friends.
- Online Arrangement
- Free Online Obituary
- Cremation Urns
- Cremation Remembrance Jewelry
- Cremation Keepsakes
- International Shipping
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Human Composting
A natural process returning the body to soil. Also known as natural organic reduction and terramation.
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Aquamation/Water Cremation
A water-based, eco-friendly alternative to cremation. Also known as alkaline hydrolysis, water cremation, and flameless cremation.
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Parting Stone
Parting stones are a collection of smooth, polished stones made from cremated remains. Learn more.
Information
- 1504 Main Street, Sumner, WA 98390
- (253) 200-9767
- Monday through Friday from 9am-5pm. 24/7 answering service.
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Recent Obituaries for Curnow Funeral Home & Cremation Service - Sumner
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David Sisson
1945-2025David Allan Sisson, born on March 27, 1945, in Tacoma, Washington, passed away peacefully at home on May 23, 2025, in Puyallup, Washington. He served in the U.S. Airforce as a military policema... -
Betty Dowie
1927-2025Betty was born July 30, 1927 in Puyallup, Washington to John Pierce Leavitt and Rachel Leavitt nee Lund. She grew up in Puyallup with her parents and older brother Jack, next door to her paternal gran... -
Francis Joy
1946-2025Frank Joy went to be with the Lord on May 12, 2025. He was born on April 6th 1949, to Phillip and Cora Joy. He was the oldest of four brothers, Jonny, Pat and Jeff Joy. Frank spent his early life grow... -
Robert Peot
1938-2025Robert Glenn Peot, lovingly known as “Coach Peot,” passed away peacefully on May 8, 2025, at the age of 87. Born in Pasco, Washington, on March 1, 1938, but proudly raised in &ldquo... -
Gloria Patterson
1935-2025Gloria Patterson (née Winterstein) was born in Seattle, WA in the middle of the Great Depression before settling in Auburn, WA for her formative years. The daughter of a Lutheran Pastor and the second...
Burial Services Starting At
- Price is for burial with no visitation or formal services and ceremonies. Does not include casket, outer burial container, or cemetery costs.
- Includes all of the essential services of the funeral director and staff.
- Removal of your loved one as well as local transportation to the cemetery for burial (within 30 miles).
- Care of your loved one until burial is complete. Family not present with timing at the discretion of the funeral home.
- Consultation with responsible party for final arrangements.
- All the necessary permits and authorizations.
- Free self-service online obituary.
- Many other optional services available - including celebration of life event planning, traditional funeral service, on-site catering, police escort to the gravesite, and more - at additional charge.
- Prices do not include merchandise, cash advances, filing fees, or death certificates. Please see complete price list for additional details and exclusions.
Cremation Services Starting At
- Price is for direct cremation with basic cremation container, and without visitation, formal services, or ceremony.
- Includes all of the essential services of the funeral director and staff.
- Removal and local transportation of your loved one to the crematory (within 30 miles).
- Care of your loved one until cremation is complete.
- Cremation process and return of ashes.
- Consultation with responsible party for final arrangements.
- All the necessary permits and authorizations.
- Free self-service online obituary.
- Many other optional services available - including celebration of life event planning, traditional funeral service, on-site catering, scattering assistance, and more - at additional charge.
- Prices do not include urn or other merchandise, cash advances, filing fees, or death certificates. Please see complete price list for additional details and exclusions.
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