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Matthew Kurtz Obituary
AGE: 34 • Sayreville
Matthew A. Kurtz age 34 of Sayreville passed away Monday March 21, 2016 in Sayreville. Born in New Brunswick he was a lifelong Borough of Sayreville Resident. Matthew was a graduate of the University of Scranton with a BA in Criminal Justice. He joined the Borough of Sayreville Police Department in 2006 and was presently in the Detective Bureau. He received an award from the 200 Club for Valor, and several awards from PBA 98 for Meritorious Service. Matt was a member of Sayreville P.B.A. Local 98. He was a communicant of Saint Mary's R. C. Church in South Amboy.
He is predeceased by his maternal grandfather Gerard Allen and his paternal grandmother Rosemary Kurtz. Surviving are his wife Jamie Mackiel Kurtz, his sons Matthew and Connor Kurtz, his parents Matthew "Ace" and Elizabeth "Liz" Kurtz of Sayreville, his sister and her husband Jennifer Kurtz and Eric Marchitelli of Long Branch, his nephew and niece Leo and Lucy Marchitelli, his brother Christopher Kurtz of Sayreville, his maternal grandmother Marge Allen his paternal grandfather LeRoy "Red" Kurtz both of South Amboy, his mother in law Ann Mackiel of Sayreville, his sister in law and her husband Tricia & Thomas Cassidy, and their children Taylor and Parker Cassidy, his brother in law Bernard Mackiel and fiancée Ashley Charmello and many aunts, uncles and cousins.
Funeral services will be held Thursday 10:15am from the Maliszewski Memorial Home 121 Main Street Sayreville followed by an 11am Liturgy of The Word at Saint Mary's R. C. Church in South Amboy with burial to follow at Saint Mary's Cemetery, South Amboy. Calling hours at the funeral home will be held Wednesday from 4pm to 7pm. In lieu of flowers the family has requested that donations in Matthew's memory be made to Sayreville Association for Brain Injured Children 251 Jernee Mill Road, Sayreville N.J. 08872. Letters of condolence, direction and completed funeral arrangements can be found at maliszewskimemorialhome.com
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March 25, 2017
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Marianne Murphy
March 27, 2016
My deepest sympathies to the entire Kurtz family-Matt's mom and dad and his grandparents, their extended family and friends as well. And also to Jamie's family, parents, grandparents, extended family and her friends as well, and Matt and Her mutual close friends, as well.
My dad was "Red" Murphy who passed last year and he and my mom Jeannie were very dear friends of "Red" Kurtz and Mrs Kurtz (who is also missed greatly now, and always in our thoughts and prayers as well). I addressed my thoughts previously to the guestbook directly to mostly Jamie and wanted to add my condolences and deep prayers for everyone because you all suffered a terrible and sad loss. I pray for Matt, such a really outstanding young man and excellent officer and detective. He was and still is an amazing, genuine and outstanding individual. May God Bless you all and hold you, as well as Matt, in the Palm Of His Hands and Carry You through this tremendous loss. and Difficult time. Keep In Mind that You are not alone, many are praying for you all and Matt's spirit will always be with you. May God Help You To Continue On, To Comfort You Somehow At This Time And The Time Ahead and Help You In this. Remember so very many people are praying for you and you are in many thoughts, you are not alone, God is with you and Matt's Spirit will always be by your side. Always. God Bless You and Both Of Your Families. And I Pray That He Gives You The Strength and Companionship Of Friends and Family Ongoing. God Bless You.
Michele Spiegel
March 26, 2016
RIP
Marianne Murphy
March 24, 2016
God Bless you Matthew Kurtz and May God Hold You and Your Children In His Hands Jamie Kurtz. We lost a great man, a wonderful human being, an absolute gentleman and an excellent officer. I am so sorry for your loss Jamie and May God, Family and Friends carry you through this sadness. May Your Good Memories Stay in Your Heart Always and Keep You Going. God Bless You and Your Children and Matt. And Your Families as well.
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Rich and Sharon Mackesy
March 24, 2016
Our most heartfelt sympathy to Jamie and the Kurtz family and friends.
Kevin Rooney
March 24, 2016
It was my pleasure to have met you, RIP Det. Kurtz for you will be missed.. Sgt. Kevin RooneyAssociated Humane Society Tinton Falls Branch
Pat
March 24, 2016
Thoughts and prayers for all the family. Rest Easy May the Angels Fly You To The Heavens and May God Rest You Soul
Sayreville Resident
March 24, 2016
My deepest sympathy to the family of Matthew. Also to his friends and brothers of the police department. Thank you Matthew Kurtz for keeping our community safe. May the angels watch over your family as you patrol the heavens.
The Cottingham's
March 24, 2016
May you rest in peace!
Stephanie, Joe Lardino
March 23, 2016
Our prayers and sincere condolences at this very sad time. It takes a very special person to become a policeman and Matt certainly was. God bless your entire family.
Stephanie Joe Lardino
March 23, 2016
God Bless your family.So saddened to hear about your loss
March 23, 2016
Matthew, may you rest in peace my dear friend from Raritan Bay Medical Center. I will miss our conversations and laughter. My prayers to your family, the police department, and friends. Love ya, OMT
March 23, 2016
Jamie and Family you are in my prayers. Eternal rest grant unto Matt and may his soul rest in peace. Matt was always there lending a helping hand when I needed to bring things into my classroom. He always had a smile on his face.
Miss Nancy Fedor --Math Teacher at St. Marys Regional High School (Cardinal McCarrick)
Elaine Dymyd
March 23, 2016
Jamie and Family, My deepest sympathies for the loss of your beloved Matt. I am praying for all of you . May god bless all of you.
Judy B
March 23, 2016
When we lose a Loved One, they become memory. Then the memory becomes a treasure. Hold on to those treasures of your Loved One, they will help you during this difficult time. Isa.41:10
Pastor Jeffrey Carney
March 23, 2016
My thoughts and prayers and those of our entire church are with you.
Lisa Lakomski
March 23, 2016
My condolences to detective Kurtz family and family of Sayreville police ...rest easy
Rick Fischer
March 23, 2016
To the Kurtz Family, I didn't know Matt but I am a former member of the Sayreville Police Dept.and therefore he's my Brother,I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Diana Deer
March 23, 2016
Matthew, you are a hero. Now you are at peace .May your family find condolence thinking of you in Heaven watching over your family.
March 23, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with your family and friends. Rest in peace Matthew.
Susan
Linda Kaserkie
March 23, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. May God bless you and your family. Matthew i didn't know you but you're my hero thank you for protecting us.
Maryellen Dykeman
March 22, 2016
Jamie & family, you are in my daily prayers. I pray that you will have strength to get through this very difficult time & the loss of beloved Matt.
Angela Lombardo
March 22, 2016
Rest in peace in your fathers arms.
March 22, 2016
Our deepest sympathy at this time of such great lossRobert and Nancy Manion
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