Don Philip Kurtz

   Don Philip Kurtz age 80 of Polson, formerly of Cheney, Wa. Passed away on Tuesday November 25, 2008 at Evergreen Health & Rehab. Center from natural causes.  He was born October 31, 1928 in Akron, Ohio, to Ray and Grace Stryker Kurtz.  Don retired from the U.S. Army as a Master Sergeant, serving 23 years active military duty, in both World War II and the Korea War.  Don served as a Drug and Alcohol Counselor at St. Patrick Hospital for 12 years, retiring in 1993.  Don married Phyllis Steadham January 6, 1994 in Couer d’ Alene, Idaho.

   His parents, a brother Richard and one sister Geraldine, preceded him in death.  He is surivived by his beloved wife of nearly 15 years, Phyllis of Polson, 3 children Don P. Kurtz, Jr. of Cheney, WA; Elizabeth Kurtz of Spokane, WA; and Ray B. Kurtz of Puyallup WA, his 8 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren along with his beloved “rescued” dogs Lady and Daisy May.

   In remembering Don’s wishes, memorials may be made in Don’s name to Mission Valley Animal Shelter 36251 North Reservoir Rd. Polson.   Cremation has taken place with a family memorial service scheduled, at a later date.  Arrangements and cremation under the direction of Grogan Funeral Home and Crematory.  Condolences to the family at www.groganfuneralhome.com.