Photo courtesy of Helms Funeral Home - Decorah
Decorah, Iowa
Oct 23, 1932 – Dec 12, 2018
Dr. William C. Kurth, age 86, of Decorah, IA, died of complications from Parkinson’s disease on Wednesday, December 12, 2018 at Winneshiek Medical Center in Decorah.
Memorial Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, December 17, 2018 at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Decorah with...
Read MoreWilliam, Emily, and Amelia - I was saddened to read of your father's death. Having worked with William on and off over the years, I was able to see Bill at different points along the path of life. He will be missed by many.
Richard Tiegs, Coralville
Richard Tiegs
December 19, 2018 | Coralville, IA | Acquaintance
Great teacher. Always saw him when I came to Luther for reunions. Best month of my life was spending it in Greece in 1977 with him. "Oh, geez." He will be missed.
Rick Lawrence
December 16, 2018 | Wadsworth, IL | Student
Dr. Kurth was our neighbour on Leif Erikson Dr. about 50 years ago. I think of him from my 8-10 year old memory and remember him as the best father my sister's friend Amelia, my brother's friend Emily and our dear friend William Jr. could ever have. Dr Kurth was a devoted father who always encouraged all the neighbourhood kids to be creative and joyful in our play time. Coming from Southern Rhodesia (Zimbabwe of today), I remember reading many American children's books. But the Xmas...
Lehlohonolo "Lee" Tlou
December 16, 2018 | Accra, Ghana | Neighbor
Cherish all of the wonderful memories and let him continue to guide you in your daily life. Blessed.
Teresa Reinig
December 15, 2018 | Papillion, NE | Friend
My deepest sympathies to Amelia, Emily, and William. Your father was a great man, and I was glad to know him and his family while growing up. I remember William as a youngster handing out hugs as well as smiles.
Elise Nelson
December 14, 2018 | Decorah, IA | Friend
He will be missed....prayers for the family....
Kim Sommer
December 14, 2018 | Colorado Springs, CO | Friend