Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Kurtis True Obituary
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Nov. 21, at the Fullerton Funeral Home, 123 Second St. S.E., Mason City, with the Rev. Ron Stein officiating.
Visitation will be from 4 until 8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Following services, Kurtis' body will be cremated at Cremation Services of North Iowa.
Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to the Kurtis True Memorial Fund. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.Fullertonfh.com.
Kurtis was born on Jan. 17, 1952, in Mason City, the son of Clifford and Camella "Wilkerson" True Sr. He attended school in Mason City. At age 18, he bought his first Harley-Davidson Chopper and toured the West Coast, along the Mississippi and ended up in Minneapolis for a while. He returned to Mason City in 1975 and worked at AMPI in maintenance.
He owned his own tattoo equipment and was skillful in his artwork for friends and family. Kurtis loved to be with his friends on many social occasions. He was united in marriage to Julie Erdmann and to this union was born one daughter, Heather. He was very proud of all of her accomplishments.
His love of motorcycles often led him on road trips to Sturgis and other locations on his 1954 Harley Panhead Chopper and sometimes just to get lost living to ride. He was a free spirit and a bit of a rebel. He said what was on his mind, but you always knew that he cared, especially when he was around the family, kids and his grandsons. He lived his life to help others and was willing to lend a helping hand anytime to anyone.
Kurtis enjoyed raising exotic animals, which included a parrot, iguana and many different dogs. His favorite dog was Harry Houdini.
Those who shared his life include his daughter, Heather Rae and her husband, Darren Peterson; and the three grandsons: Cole, Brent and Lukas, Janesville, Wis.; his brothers, Loren and his wife, Linda Wilkerson, of Solon, Gary and his wife, JaeLea True, of Osage, Rick True and half brother, Cliff and his wife, Crystal True, all of Mason City; several nieces, nephews, cousins and his best friend, Deb Waters, of Mason City; along with a whole host of riding buddies.
His grandson Jacob who died Nov. 26, 2002, and his parents preceded him in death.
May the road rise up to meet you, may the wind be ever at your back. May the sun shine warm upon your face and the rain fall softly on your fields. And until we meet again, may God hold you in the hollow of his hand. An Irish Blessing.
Fullerton Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 641-423-8676, www.Fullertonfh.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Kurtis True
Rose Bariekman
November 28, 2008
Kurt, you were a great brother. You were my brother by choice. As soon as my Mother married your Dad, you took on the role of protector and loved me. Thank you for taking care of our little brother after our Mom died. I love and miss you.
Rose
Richard Paulsen
November 28, 2008
To Deb, Rick, Cliff and Heather. and the rest of the true family. My deepest sympathy goes out to you all. Kurt was a great friend to me when I was growing up as a little kid on the same city block. He took so much pride in his daughter Heather and his bikes and pets. He was the first friend to let me ride his full dresser "police special" Harley Davidson. I love that bike, and his brother Cliff and I would go cruising with some young lady's. Had a great time. Kurt loved family and a lot of people loved him as well. Kurt I will see you in haven!
Linda (Gomez) Kloberdanz
November 21, 2008
To the family of Kurt True, my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your loved one. he was a good man with a big heart,my prayers are with you at this of sorrow and may God Bless you all.
Melissa McGovern-Hesse
November 20, 2008
True Family,
Sorry about the loss of a good man. He was a good friend of my dad's who passed away November 30th of 2007. Both are together again and sure will be missed and are missed. Kurt gave me my first tattoo. Will always remember good times at the "shop" and playing pool with him. Love you, Kurt.
mike nelson
November 20, 2008
Thank you , Kurt, for teaching me to be true to myself, and for putting family first. I'll never forget the good times, and I know we'll see each other some day. I love you too Kurt.
Dave Obregon and Family
November 20, 2008
Uncle Kurtie,
Yoiu taught me so much and I will miss you greatly. You were truley one of the greatest kindest men I ever met. You will be greatly missed. Will love you forever.
Valentin Perez
November 20, 2008
Thinking of you,
grieving with you,
and remembering
a long time friend.
Love & Respect
Christina Heagel
November 20, 2008
I knew Kurt from the Warehouse 10 days. His favorite song from back then was "My Woman From Tokyo". Talk about out of the vault. He taught me how to play fooshball, one nite @ the Warehouse we held the table for 14 games straight! We used to cruise around in his big ol' blue blazer he called his Milkman truck. He was so much fun to run around with. I remember him carrying Heather around when she was just a little baby, he was so proud to be her daddy! When Cliff was killed he was so heart-broken. Now they're together again hanging out in Heaven. God Bless you Kurt!!
karen
November 20, 2008
To the True Family,
Love is Loss
The greater the love we share,
The greater the loss we bare,
The loyalty that you portray
Will guard you all along the way,
The love that has been given you,
Is doubled, as it passes through
Your tender heart, Your gentle hand,
And now you try to understand,
And cannot bear the pain of loss,
Yet you'll survive: what'ere the cost.
Your heart will shed those unshed tears,
And you will remember, through all the years
The loves you've shared, the lives you've touched.
You will know that you have been loved so much.
Someday, when life on earth is done,
Your friends will meet you, one by one,
Oh what great joy !! beyond compare,
When you are greeted by your friends there,
and taken safely to the throne of God,
You will rejoice in every path you now must trod.
karen
Dear Gary and family,
In trying to find the words to express my feelings for you and what you are going through, this poem written years ago came to mind. I'm so sorry for your loss.
I know how much you care and my thoughts and prayers remain with you. God Bless and remember.......
U R Loved.
Aunt karen
sheila mcnealy
November 20, 2008
dear true famliey so sorry to hear about kurtis my prayers are with you all sheila biddick mcnealy
Brandi Thompson (Smith)
November 20, 2008
Goodbyes are not forever.
Goodbyes are not the end.
They simply mean I'll miss you
Until we meet again!
I love you Kurt and will always remember my first ride, my first tattoo you gave me and my first driving lesson in the blazer when I hit the mailbox. There were so many special things you did for me in my life and I will see you again in heaven.
Kathy Smith
November 20, 2008
Cliff & Crystal, My thoughts and prayers are with you. Kurt was his own person, he may have marched to the beat of a different drummer, but that is what made him special.
Krystal Ficken
November 20, 2008
Kurt was my uncle, he gave me my first bike ride that i remember, He was my best friend when it came to talking and not telling my mom. I remember going to his house and hanging out he didnt treat me like a little kid, more like an adult. I love you and will see you in heaven.
Bill English,Dawn,Jeff & Greg Roggeman
November 20, 2008
Our hearts,thoughts,& prayers go out to all of you during this most difficult time.Kurt's passing leaves us and so many others with great sorrow and sadness but it also teaches us how life is short and how precious each day is. Your bond that you have with him will keep him close & in your hearts forever.If there is anything that we can do to help please let us know. R.I.P. our friend.
Cole Peterson
November 20, 2008
I miss you grandpa.
Karen (True) Hendrickson
November 20, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with family and friends. Kurt will be sadly missed by many!
kevin lansaw
November 20, 2008
It saddens me deeply to think Kurt is really gone.But he will always be in my thoughts.He's been my trusted friend for over 30 years.Memories of working on and riding our bikes will always make me smile. " Ride on forever brother."...We will meet again...
Carla Lease
November 20, 2008
Cliff and Crystal
Sorry to hear of you loss. Our thought and prayers are with you.
Grandma Hannah and Aunt Carla
Jay Sheahan
November 20, 2008
So.. Sorry to learn of Kurt's passing . I've known Kurt for probably 40 years & he always had my back . My thoughts & prayers are with all of his family !
jennifer gordon
November 20, 2008
R.I.P. God Bless You will be missed by all you left behind. You will be there with others who arrived before you.
Love, Jennifer GORDON (Flores) & kids
Kurt and his 1954 Harley chopper
November 19, 2008
Todd Miller
November 19, 2008
Lord as I ride this cycle, keep my hands in yours.
Let me enjoy my life and freedom while keeping me safe from harm.
Allow the beauty of life to dazzle me,
but keep my feet firmly planted on the pegs.
Guide me down the twisting roads leading me to tomorrow while keeping me on the straight and narrow of today.
Bring me home safely to my loved ones.
Help me to remember that you are always my passenger.
Let me live my life to the fullest until you call for me.
Amen.
Cheryl Zeien
November 19, 2008
Seems like yesterday I was hanging out with " Kurtie" & "Mert" & Ted...I have alot of good memories of "back in the day" with Kurt. He was a very caring, and friendly person whom I'll miss alot! My prayers are with his family and good friends at this time.
Tammy (Mix) Halla
November 19, 2008
So sorry to hear about Kurt, he was a amazing person, helped all he could, and listened to everyone. He touched so many people in his life, and we will all remeber him forever. My thoughts and prayors are with the whole family.
Corinna
November 19, 2008
Heather and family you are in my thoughts and prayers. I'm sorry for your sudden loss.
Rhianna Oetken (True)
November 19, 2008
Kurt was my uncle, I didn't know him as much as I wish I had but he will always remain in my heart. Kurt, we'll be together again someday and you'll have to teach me a little somethin. I love you!
Cliff True
November 19, 2008
Kurt, you were such a great influence in our lives! You will be in our hearts forever. We will miss you.
Love your little brother Cliff (Jr) and Crystal, Jordan and Briana.
Note: Visitation is on Thursday November 20th from 4pm to 8pm at Fullerton funeral home and the funeral on Friday at 11am at Fullerton. Reception afterward at VFW.
Eldon Martin
November 19, 2008
wow so very sorry 2 hear about close friends passing on it is never expected, :(. Kurt and I have been friends forever and I will miss him, wish we could have seen each other more. My heart go out 2 all who loved him and knew him. See later Kurt.
Kim Askeland
November 19, 2008
I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Thought and prayers to the whole "family". I know he will be missed by many.
MELODY ALLEN
November 19, 2008
SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT KURT'S PASSING. I KNEW HIM SINCE I WAS 10 YEARS OLD. HE WAS A BIG BROTHER TO OUR FAMILY. WE GREW UP TOGETHER ON THE SAME STREET. HE WOULD CHECK UP ON OUR FAMILY NOW AND THEN TO SEE HOW WE ALL WERE DOING. I WILL MISS HIM GREATLY. I WISH I COULD BE THERE FOR HIS FAMILY, AND MY SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO HIS FAMILY SO MUCH!
marcine coburn
November 19, 2008
We will miss Kittin,he was good man. He will aways be in our thoughts.god always takes the best ones.
carrie hinders
November 19, 2008
Remember
Remember me when I am gone away,
Gone far away into the silent land;
When you can no more hold me by the hand,
Nor I half turn to go yet turning stay.
Remember me when no more day by day
You tell me of our future that you plann'd:
Only remember me; you understand
It will be late to counsel then or pray.
Yet if you should forget me for a while
And afterwards remember, do not grieve:
For if the darkness and corruption leave
A vestige of the thoughts that once I had,
Better by far you should forget and smile
Than that you should remember and be sad.
By Christina Rossetti
The Poetry Foundation
tammy chinander
November 19, 2008
Curt was the best friend anyone could ever have.My kids called him Uncle Curt.He will be greatly missed by our family and many others.
Heather Rae Peterson
November 19, 2008
Dad,
We love and miss you.
Jay Sheahan
November 19, 2008
So Sorry to hear of Kurt's passing , I've known him for 35 years or more . My thought's & prayers are with all of his family .
Showing 1 - 35 of 35 results
Make a Donation
in Kurtis True's name
Memorial Events
for Kurtis True
How to support Kurtis's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Kurtis True's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
