Elma Estella Kurtz1,2,3,4,5

F, (18 February 1910 - 17 March 2005)
Relationship
2nd great-granddaughter of Johann George Kurz
Charts
Johann George Kurz descendants (Altdorf, Württemberg)
Hans Peter Walz descendants (Walddorf, Württemberg)
     Elma Estella Kurtz was born on 18 February 1910 at Eldred Township, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania.6,7,5 She was the daughter of Jonathan C. Kurtz and Estella Lowe.8,9,10 Elma Estella Kurtz married Sylvester Harrison Waltz, son of William Harrison Waltz and Christine S. Hausser, in 1931.11,12 Elma Estella Kurtz died on 17 March 2005 at Williamsport Hospital, Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, at age 95 years and 27 days.13,5 She was buried on 21 March 2005 in the Oak Lawn Cemetery, located in Eldred Township, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania. The funeral service was officiated by Reverend Glenn F. Myers.14
     Elma Estella Kurtz was also known as Alma.

     Anna M. Kurtz's obituary from in the Williamsport Sun-Gazette, printed in Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, dated on 27 June 2000 listed Elma Estella Kurtz as her sister.1

     Elma Estella Kurtz the sister of Mary Rebecca Kurtz was listed in her obituary on 20 July 2000 Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania.15 As of before 17 March 2005, Elma Estella Kurtz lived at 832 Lick Run Road, Williamsport, Pennsylvania.16 Her obituary was published on 19 March 2005 Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania. Her obituary stated:

     Elma E. Waltz, 95, of 832 Lick Run Road, Williamsport, died Thursday, March 17, 2005, at the Williamsport Hospital. Born Feb. 18, 1910, in Eldred Township, she was a daughter of Jonathon and Estella Low Kurtz.

She was predeceased by her husband of 48 years, Sylvester H. Waltz Sr., on June 3, 1979. Together, they operated a farm in Eldred Township. In addition to her husband, she was also predeceased by a daughter, Evelyn R. Schriner; a son, Floyd E. Waltz; three sisters; and five brothers.

Elma enjoyed flowers and the outdoors and loved her family.

She is survived by two sons, Grant H. (Evelyn) Waltz and Sylvester H. "Shorty" (Kathleen) Waltz Jr., both of Williamsport; two daughters, Janice W. (Harry) Odell of Muncy and Shirley A. Hanford of Harrisburg; a brother, Harold Kurtz of Williamsport; a sister, Madeline Koser of Montoursville; 12 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews, including her niece, Peggy Klotz, whom she helped raise.

The funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the First Baptist Church of Warrensville, 5685 Warrensville Road, Williamsport, PA 17701, with the Rev. Glen F. Myers, her pastor, officiating. Friends will be received from 1 to 2 p.m. Monday at the church. Interment will follow in Oak Lawn Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to S.H.S. Williamsport Hospital Foundation, I.C.U. Unit, 1001 Grampian Blvd., Williamsport, PA 17701, or to the First Baptist Church of Warrensville. Arrangements are in care of Spitler Funeral Home, Montoursville.10

Children of Elma Estella Kurtz and Sylvester Harrison Waltz

Last Edited=9 May 2005

Citations

  1. [S330] Anna M. Casner obituary, Williamsport Sun-Gazette, Williamsport, Pennsylvania, 27 June 2000. Original obituary from the Williamsport Sun-Gazette 30 day obituary archive found at: http://www.sungazette.com/obituary/obituaryArchive.asp. Kevin Leonard Sholder, Dayton, Ohio, USA.
  2. [S331] Mary R. Kurtz obituary, Williamsport Sun-Gazette, Williamsport, Pennsylvania, 20 July 2000, shows name as Elma [Kurtz] Waltz. Original obituary from the Williamsport Sun-Gazette 30 day obituary archive found at: http://www.sungazette.com/obituary/obituaryArchive.asp. Kevin Leonard Sholder, Dayton, Ohio, USA.
  3. [S565] Carol (Taylor) Olson, "Report for the Descendants of George Kurtz," supplied 25 February 2003 (6515 Marlo Way, Riverside, California 92506, USA; 951-788-4635). This report offers a full list of the primary and secondary sources consulted. p. 26, shows name as Elma Estella [Kurtz].
  4. [S574] Elma E. Waltz obituary, Williamsport Sun-Gazette, Williamsport, Pennsylvania, 19 March 2005, shows name as Elma E. [Kurtz] Waltz. Original obituary available in print or online for 30 days from publication at: http://www.sungazette.com/obituary/obituaryArchive.asp. Kevin Leonard Sholder, Dayton, Ohio, USA.
  5. [S578] Social Security Death Index, RootsWeb online, at <http://ssdi.rootsweb.com> (Baltimore, Maryland: U.S. Social Security Administration, March 2005 update). The SSDI component of RootsWeb online is drawn from the Social Security Death Benefits Index of the U.S. Social Security Administration. ELMA E WALTZ, birth listed as 18 Feb 1910, died listed as 17 Mar 2005 (V), issued in the State of Pennsylvania. Last residence Williamsport, Lycoming, PA, last benefit (none specified). Accessed 9 May 2005.
  6. [S574] Elma E. Waltz obituary, Williamsport Sun-Gazette, 19 March 2005, shows the date of birth for Elma E. [Kurtz] Waltz as February 18, 1910 and the location as Eldred Twp. [Lycoming County, Pennsylvania]
  7. [S565] Carol (Taylor) Olson, "George Kurtz Descendants", p. 50, shows the date of birth for Elma Estella Kurtz as Feb 1910 and the location as Pennsylvania this appears to be based on census and online research.
  8. [S126] Jody Lynn (Kimble) Livermore, "Family Group Sheets (Jonathan C. Kurtz and Estella Lowe)," supplied 29 December 2002 ([address for private use,] Greeley, Colorado; USA).
  9. [S565] Carol (Taylor) Olson, "George Kurtz Descendants", p. 26.
  10. [S574] Elma E. Waltz obituary, Williamsport Sun-Gazette, 19 March 2005.
  11. [S565] Carol (Taylor) Olson, "George Kurtz Descendants", p. 50, shows that Elma Estella Kurtz married Mr. Waltz, son of William Harrison Waltz and Christine Hausser this appears to be based on internet research.
  12. [S574] Elma E. Waltz obituary, Williamsport Sun-Gazette, 19 March 2005, shows that Elma E. [Kurtz] Waltz was predeceased by her husband of 48 years, Sylvester H. Waltz, Sr. [calculated year of marriage is 1931]
  13. [S574] Elma E. Waltz obituary, Williamsport Sun-Gazette, 19 March 2005, shows that Elma E. [Kurtz] Waltz of 832 Lick Run Road, Williamsport [Lycoming County, Pennsylvania] died Thursday, March 17, 2005, at the Williamsport Hospital [Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania].
  14. [S574] Elma E. Waltz obituary, Williamsport Sun-Gazette, 19 March 2005, shows that Elma E. [Kurtz] Waltz will be buried in Oak Lawn Cemetery [Eldred Township, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania] on Monday [calculated date 21 March 2005].
  15. [S331] Mary R. Kurtz obituary, Williamsport Sun-Gazette, 20 July 2000.
  16. [S574] Elma E. Waltz obituary, Williamsport Sun-Gazette, 19 March 2005, shows that Elma E. [Kurtz] Waltz of 832 Lick Run Road, Williamsport [Lycoming County, Pennsylvania].
  17. [S565] Carol (Taylor) Olson, "George Kurtz Descendants."