Randy Kurtz

January 28, 1956 - April 29, 2020

Randy Kurtz at the age of 64, went to his heavenly home on Wednesday, April 29, 2020. Because he was a very private man, he never shared his ailments of congestive heart failure with anyone. He passed peacefully at home with his soul mate Lois and other loved ones by his side. Randy was born the son of Lyle and Helen (Koch) Kurtz on January 28, 1956 in Beaver Dam, Wisconsin. He was baptized at St Stephens on Feb 26, 1956 and confirmed at Good Shepherd on May 17, 1970 both in Beaver Dam. He was united in marriage to Lois Griepentrog on July 17, 1976 at Salem Lutheran Church in Lowell. Randy was a faithful Christian and life-long member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Beaver Dam. He was a member the Sno-Kats and T.T. Riders snowmobile clubs and served as a board of directors on the Dodge County Association of Snowmobile Clubs for many years. Randy loved rearranging earth! He learned the love of gardening from his parents. His first job was on Jim Ferron’s farms where he plowed earth, planted and harvested crops. Then worked for Carl Schmitt’s Grading and Excavating running turniples. While working a full time job, he was proud of owning his own business, Randy’s Lawn Care, for 11 years. Randy retired after 30 years of working for Dodge County Highway Dept. He continued to rearrange earth in his yard and vegetable gardens. He is known for his amazing radishes! His retirement years were spent with his hobby of creating metal art. Randy was a fun-loving guy. His greatest joy was making people laugh. Perhaps seen the most while bartending at JJs Place in South Beaver Dam. He will be deeply missed by his wife; father and mother Lyle and Helen Kurtz, his siblings, June (Rick) Born, Everett (Sherry) Kurtz, and RoxAnn Nell (Curt Messer) all of Beaver Dam; sisters in-law: Karen Leach of Bancroft, Marlene (Dick) Cigelske and Beverly (Randy) Behm all of Beaver Dam. Randy will also be missed by special friends Bonnie and Craig Grebel and their son (our adopt-a-son) Kevin Grebel with his wife Erica and children Caleb, Holly, and Bianca plus the rest of the Grebel clan. Randy is further survived by other aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, aunts, uncles and his in-laws Milton and Della Griepentrog. A private family service will be held with burial at Bethany Cemetery in the Township of Calamus. Memorials may be given to Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Beaver Dam.

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Still miss Randy, hope our hearts will always have a memory and room for healing.

Lois and family, you have my deepest sympathy Randy was a very caring guy . Loved his smile. Lois you were blessed with a loving husband. May you remember all the memories you both got to share it's beautiful. He is in Heaven by his Lord looking down over you all.

Randy was a good friend in school and he will be sadly missed Lois so sorry for your lost He is now in heaven and no more pain Jean Tijerina.

Lois and family, My deepest sympathy and prayers for your loss of Randy. I will keep you and the Kurtz family in my thoughts and prayers. With Sincere sympathy, Laurie (Tomashek) Sabel and the BDHS Class of 1974

Lois, I just happened to see that your husband passed away. I'm so sorry, my deepest condolences to you & your family.

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Oh Lois, I am so very sorry for your loss. You have my deepest sympathy. I can see Randy with that memorable mustache, and happy smile. He was talented, hardworking and clearly your best friend. I could always sense your love for Randy in the way you shared stories; you were always so very proud. I hope the memories in your heart will carry you through this next chapter in life. My heart goes out to you and your family.

Lois, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

So Sorry for the Loss of Randy to the entire Kurtz family, especially to Lois ! I always enjoyed our time working together with Randy at the Highway Dept. having started working there about 6 weeks apart. I knew of Randy way before that but made fast friends at that time. Fond memories of Randy and he will be missed by all ! Brian Schleicher

My deepest sympathy to you, Lois. Memories of Randy will forever be in my heart. Please take care.

Lois, Lyle & Helen and all the Kurtz Family We're so sorry to here of Randy's passing. I have so many good memories of him, especially when he worked for Ferron's and was at our farm so often. I still think of him every time I use my tractor. Randy adopted it and took it to school, where painting it was his class project. Take care until we can all be together again.

Lois Deepest Sympathies.

Lois Sending our thoughts and prayers with our deepest sympathies.

My deepest sympathy, Lois. Randy was such a wonderful guy and his artwork and metal creations were so awesome. I am so thankful that I have some. To remain in hearts and memories of those left behind is not to die. May God give you peace and comfort on this journey until you are together for eternity. ✝✝

So very sorry for your loss,Lois. What a beautiful obituary! We didn't know Randy loved gardening! I'm so sorry that you cannot have the comfort of family and friends for Randy's funeral.

With God all things are possible, may you find comfort in knowing that Randy is with his loving Savior and no longer is suffering. Sending hugs and prayers as you say goodbye for now, until we meet again. Love, The Orth's Robert, Vicky and Rebecca

To Lois, Lyle, Helen and the rest of Randy's family~What a shock to hear this, but what a joy to know that he was a believer and now has received God's gift of eternal life. May all of you find comfort and peace in God's promises. With sincere Christian sympathy, Pastor Mau and Sherry

Lois ,we send our deepest sympathy. Randy was a great guy and everytime I look at my Elvis I will have Randy in my thoughts.

Randy you will be deeply missed by all. I'm glad I got to know you from school and church God has taken you home to Heaven. Lois I know how much you will miss him may the Lord keep you safe and the rest of Randys loved ones. You are in my prayers.

Our deepest sympathies in your loss. Randy was a special, one-of-a-kind guy. Always with a smile.

Me and Pat send our condolences he was a good friend and a great neighbor sorry for your loss

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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.