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Kurt Van Horn
As a teenager, Kurt worked in the hop fields and at radio station, KIMA.
He graduated from University of Washington. Kurt joined the army and was stationed in Germany, where he was in charge of Armed Forces Radio.
Upon his return home, he continued his career in communications, working at KOMO TV, Telemation Productions, Western Video, Modern Digital and The Victory Studios. His passion was photography and videography.
Kurt is survived by Mary Hubbs, his loving partner of 16 years; his daughter, Alexandra, "Alex" of Snohomish; sisters, Kay Firestone (Jim) and Jan Woods (Roy) of Newport, WA; brother, Eric (Janet) of North Carolina; and step-mother, Joyce Horn of Yakima.
The family wishes to thank Swedish Hospital and Everett Clinic, family and friends, for all their love and support.
A celebration of Kurt's life will take place on Saturday, January 28, at the Everett Golf and Country Club, 1500 52nd St., SE, Everett, from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kurt Horn
Danielle I
February 15, 2012
My heart goes out to the Horn family!! Know that he made amazing connections in this world and many people loved and adored him!
Alex Horn
February 12, 2012
Missing you dad. :-( I'm so lucky I get to call you my dad. I hope you're always looking after me.
Mary Rambo Williams
February 2, 2012
Knowing the depth of Kurt's passing to you and the profound loss you must be feeling I wish that you may find peace in the love, laughter, and joy you two shared together. Those memories will keep Kurt's presence in your heart and resonate forever for you. I'm so very sorry for your loss.
February 2, 2012
Dear, dear Mary, I am so very sorry for your loss. I can't imagine what you must be going through. Please feel free to call or if you want, my house is open if you need an escape.
509 968-4288.
Linda Morrison
Lois Lepak
February 2, 2012
Dear Mary Kay,
I am at a loss for words to comfort you at this time. He will always be in your heart. Not meeting him, people say how kind he was and what a loss for his field. I am so sorry for your loss.
Lois Lepak, Middletown, RI
Annette Hall
February 1, 2012
What a sad, and unexpected, loss. My husband and I first met Kurt in 1999 when he was at American Production Services, which became Victory Studios. We were editing a documentary as first-time documentarians and he couldn't have been more helpful, understanding, and professional. We kept in touch periodically over the years, even after we moved to North Carolina. My last contact with him was last year by email when we talked about his beautiful photography. It was quite a shock when the man who was our editor for our documentary, and who still works in the industry in the Seattle area, contacted me to let me know that Kurt had passed away. My husband and I wish to give our heartfelt condolences to his family.
Sincerely
Annette R. Hall
executive producer of Silent Victory
www.silentvictory.com
Diane Luder
January 30, 2012
Dear Mary, I am at a loss for words. How can I know how you feel? I can't. All I can do is open my heart to you. Kurt will never leave you, special bonds, like yours and Kurt's cannot be broken, listen to the signs.
I am so sorry we missed his memorial, (Long story),
With a sad heart,
Diane and Steve and Bailey Luder
Ken Johnsen
January 30, 2012
Gosh, I was just getting to know Kurt. He helped me solve a problem in photography that was confounding me. We had a good lunch meeting and were planning more. For both of us our passion is photography. I remember him as a congenial, mild mannered man who was very skillful in his craft. I am so sorry to hear of his passing and extend my sincere condolences to his family. Ken Johnsen.
Mary Hubbs
January 30, 2012
Kurt was the kindest man I have ever known.I had 16 wonderful years of love and laughter.I have a void in my life that will never be filled.I lost my best friend and love.I love you Kurt. I miss your humming!
Brent Souter
January 29, 2012
If you've worked in our field in this city over the past few decades then you had to have known Kurt. He was always so quick with a smile or a laugh - and he fit in so perfectly and worked so effortlessly that it's only now that he's gone that you realize the magnitude of the loss. He was that kind of person, and we were very sad to hear the news. We sincerely wish his family the very best during this time, and Kurt, you are already missed.
Peggy Cronshaw
January 28, 2012
Rest In Peace Dearest Kurt. No one will ever replace your heart and spirit. I'm honored to be part of your journey.
With love,
January 28, 2012
I always enjoyed working with Kurt in the late 70's and early 80's. He was my mentor and my supervisor to this dumb and uninitiated kid from Boise. I also worked with and for Kurt in the non broadcast side of communications for many years. His professionalism is sorely missed. Thanks for several decades of friendship and professional endeavors, Kurt!
Pat Holland
January 28, 2012
Kurt was a talented, warm and genuine soul. I am honored to have known you.
Godspeed my friend !
Stephen Ramaley
January 28, 2012
Kurt was very possibly responsible for the way my life has
gone for the last 38 years. I worked parttime at KOMO as a
photographer in 1971-72. Kurt was among a group of new young photogs who I looked up to. Kurt was hard on me as a teacher but ready to hand out praise when the "new" kid did good. In 1973 when Kurt became a director I got his fulltime position as photographer. I have been at KOMO ever since. I met my wife at KOMO. My life has gone on from there. One night Kurt took the night news staff
out on his sailboat for an all night party, Connie Thompson
I and others will always remember that as one of the best newsroom gatherings ever. I feel like a pirce of my history
is gone. Stephen Ramaley
Rebecca Kelley
January 28, 2012
Others here have called Kurt "one of the good guys." He was all that and more. Quick to laugh and always willing to help, Kurt is gone way too soon. I'll miss you, my friend.
January 28, 2012
Kurt, your Spirit will always bring great Joy in my heart. You'll be missed, but never forgotten. You were definately one of the nicest men in the business... May your next Journey be all you want it to be.
Much love, Soos
Doug Tolmie
January 27, 2012
I had the privilege of working with Kurt for many years at KOMO-TV when he served as a director and as Production Manager. We maintained our friendship over the years and I'm grateful we connected with each other frequently the last few years. Though he was very easy-going, he always got things done on time and on budget. Thank you for the many years of friendship, Kurt. I enjoyed working with you. And thanks for serving our country. RIP, dear friend.
Ken Morrison
January 27, 2012
Kurt was one of the good guys. A quick smile, great sense of humor, and very talented. I had the pleasure of working with him at KOMO for many years. We shared a lot of laughs.
Pete Lowell
January 27, 2012
I've known Kurt since the late 80's when he was directing news. Regardless of the situation, he was always enthusiastic, gracious and ever optimistic. A great guy all the way around.
Danny Gadd
January 27, 2012
I remember first meeting Kurt many years ago when I started working at KOMO. Our paths crossed again when he start working at Victory Studios. Kurt was definitely a bright light and someone I always enjoyed connecting with. I will miss our times catching up. Alex and Mary you are in my thoughts and prayers. Danny Gadd
Don Eaton
January 27, 2012
Kurt and I were roommates at a beach house on Brace Point while we worked at KOMO-TV news in the late 60's. He was an artist with any kind of camera - still, film or video and a great teacher.
Luke Duecy
January 27, 2012
I never met Kurt, however he was a member of our KOMO family and we will miss him. His wife and daughter are in our thoughts and prayers.
Christian Holtz
January 27, 2012
I was so sorry to learn of Kurt's passing. He was a good man. Please accept my deepest sympathies, Mary, and do let me know if there is anything I can do for you and the family in the days ahead.
Debbie Taylor
January 27, 2012
I worked with Kurt at KOMO back in the 70s and am so sorry to hear about this. He was a great guy and a talented director. I know he will be greated missed by everyone who knew & worked with him.
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