Thomas Russell Kurtz

I was very sad to hear about Russ's passing. I worked with him for 10 years at the Aurora Veterinary Hospital in my 20's and really enjoyed his kindness and love for the animals that came to us. Over the years we kept in contact through Christmas cards and I was always amazed at all the adventures he was on. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to his family and friends.

I had the pleasure of meeting Russ through monthly bird surveys at Carkeek Park for Seattle Audubon. I feel incredibly honored to have met him and spend time in the woods identifying birds, native plants, and mushrooms.

Russ had an amazing spirit and was always a joy to be around. He certainly touched my life in the short time I have known him, I will miss him dearly.

My deepest condolences to his family and close friends.

-Marti

I never knew Dr. Kurtz, but was a friend his daughter Erica. I am saddened at his passing for her sake.

I worked for and with Russ at Seattle Veterinary Hospital from the time I was 13-20. I learned more about life from him than almost anyone I have known. This was during the 60's and I have kept in contact through Christmas cards throughout the years. His cards were always unique and I enjoyed them very much. I have kept them all and will always remember him with the deepest appreciation. May God bless his family in this time of sorrow.

Our Charter Member Russ Kurtz, was a positive force in the Puget Sound Mycological Society. This gentle man with an optimistic outlook was always volunteering for our group and has been involved in shaping our group from our inception. He has chaired the collecting committee for the show for numerous years and even collected last October again at AGE 89 with his friend Marsi DiGiovanni for the entire day. This year in January we had a surprise 90th Birthday party for Russ at our January...