Michael William Daw

With grateful hearts, we honor the passing of Michael William Daw of Saint  Augustine, Florida on October 30, 2024 at age 75. Michael was born on December 19, 1948 in Chicago, IL to Albert and Dorothy Daw. 

He was a graduate of Thomas Edison H.S., Elmira, NY in 1967. He served his country as a Marine and received the following: National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Service Medal, Rifle Sharpshooter Badge, Vietnam Cross of Gallantry and Combat Action Ribbon.

He spent his young adult life as a machinist at Hardinge Brothers in Elmira, NY, then chose to be a Correctional Officer and retired with the NY State Prison System. He enjoyed fast cars, and also loved exploring and adventure. He was a resilient man who enjoyed his time here on Earth with the love, nature and beauty it let him experience. 

He is survived by his wife, Minnie Pearl Daw of Elmira, NY; daughter, Frances A. Smith of St. Augustine, FL (son-in-law Kenneth); son, Nigel A. Daw of Horseheads, NY (daughter-in-law Sara) grandchildren Alexis, Randy, Claira, and Trenton; siblings Suellen Durfey, Darcy Kea, Nancy Kane, Mark Daw, and Kelly Kiser along with several nieces and nephews.

Please contact the family for details of the upcoming Celebration of Life. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation in Michael's name to: The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research (click here).

Crevasse's Simple Cremation is honored to serve the Daw family.