Harold A. Kurtz1,2,3,4 
M, (1 August 1919 - 12 February 2006)
- Relationship
- 2nd great-grandson of Johann George Kurz
Harold A. Kurtz was born on 1 August 1919 at Eldred Township, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania.5,1 He was the son of Jonathan C. Kurtz and Estella Lowe.6,7,1 Harold A. Kurtz married, at age 23, Rita Marie Fox, age 18, daughter of Frederick A. Fox and Zedeana Grodivant, on Sunday, 3 January 1943.1 Harold A. Kurtz died on 12 February 2006 at Williamsport Hospital, Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania, at age 86 years, 6 months and 11 days.1 He was buried on 16 February 2006. The funeral service was officiated by Reverend Beverly D. Cotner.1
Harold A. Kurtz, Mary Rebecca Kurtz's brother was listed in her obituary on 20 July 2000 in the Williamsport Sun-Gazette, printed in Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania.8
Harold A. Kurtz the brother of Elma Estella Kurtz was listed in her obituary on 19 March 2005 Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania.9 His obituary was published on 14 February 2006 Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania. His obituary stated:
Harold A. Kurtz, 86, of 2665 Northway Road, Loyalsock Twp., died Sunday, Feb. 12, 2006, at the Williamsport Hospital.
He was born Aug. 1, 1919, in Eldred Twp., a son of Jonathon and Estella Lowe Kurtz.
He was a member of Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Loyalsock Twp., and retired from Stroehman’s Bakery after 36 years of service.
He enjoyed gardening, fishing and woodworking.
On Jan. 3, 2006, he celebrated his 63rd wedding anniversary with his wife, the former Rita M. Fox.
Surviving in addition to his wife are three daughters, Carol A. Simcox of Hawkinsville, Ga., Patricia M. (Thomas) Crossley and Laura L. Weber, both of Williamsport; a sister, Madeline Koser of Montoursville; 10 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.
The funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 16, at the Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 2510 Northway Road, Loyalsock Twp., with the Rev. Beverly D. Cotner, his pastor, officiating. Friends will be received on Thursday from 10 to 11 a.m. at the church.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Saint Anthony’s Center, 125 East Willow St., Williamsport PA 17701. Arrangements are by Spitler Funeral Home, Montoursville.1
Harold A. Kurtz, Mary Rebecca Kurtz's brother was listed in her obituary on 20 July 2000 in the Williamsport Sun-Gazette, printed in Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania.8
Harold A. Kurtz the brother of Elma Estella Kurtz was listed in her obituary on 19 March 2005 Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania.9 His obituary was published on 14 February 2006 Williamsport, Lycoming County, Pennsylvania. His obituary stated:
Harold A. Kurtz, 86, of 2665 Northway Road, Loyalsock Twp., died Sunday, Feb. 12, 2006, at the Williamsport Hospital.
He was born Aug. 1, 1919, in Eldred Twp., a son of Jonathon and Estella Lowe Kurtz.
He was a member of Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Loyalsock Twp., and retired from Stroehman’s Bakery after 36 years of service.
He enjoyed gardening, fishing and woodworking.
On Jan. 3, 2006, he celebrated his 63rd wedding anniversary with his wife, the former Rita M. Fox.
Surviving in addition to his wife are three daughters, Carol A. Simcox of Hawkinsville, Ga., Patricia M. (Thomas) Crossley and Laura L. Weber, both of Williamsport; a sister, Madeline Koser of Montoursville; 10 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.
The funeral service will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 16, at the Emmanuel Lutheran Church, 2510 Northway Road, Loyalsock Twp., with the Rev. Beverly D. Cotner, his pastor, officiating. Friends will be received on Thursday from 10 to 11 a.m. at the church.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Saint Anthony’s Center, 125 East Willow St., Williamsport PA 17701. Arrangements are by Spitler Funeral Home, Montoursville.1
Children of Harold A. Kurtz and Rita Marie Fox
Last Edited=23 Mar 2006
Citations
- [S779] Harold A. Kurtz obituary, Williamsport Sun-Gazette, Williamsport, Pennsylvania, 14 February 2006. Original obituary available in print or online for 30 days from publication at: http://www.sungazette.com/sections.asp?section=Obituaries. Kevin Leonard Sholder, Dayton, Ohio, USA.
- [S331] Mary R. Kurtz obituary, Williamsport Sun-Gazette, Williamsport, Pennsylvania, 20 July 2000, shows name as Harold Kurtz. 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.
- [S574] Elma E. Waltz obituary, Williamsport Sun-Gazette, Williamsport, Pennsylvania, 19 March 2005, shows name as Harold Kurtz. 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.
- [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. 27, shows name as Harold [Kurtz].
- [S565] Carol (Taylor) Olson, "George Kurtz Descendants", p. 27, shows the date of birth for Harold [Kurtz] as August 1919 and the location as Pennsylvania this appears to be based on census and online research.
- [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).
- [S565] Carol (Taylor) Olson, "George Kurtz Descendants", p. 27.
- [S331] Mary R. Kurtz obituary, Williamsport Sun-Gazette, 20 July 2000.
- [S574] Elma E. Waltz obituary, Williamsport Sun-Gazette, 19 March 2005.