Father Joseph G. M. Kurnath

I am very sad to hear of Father Joes passing. I knew Father Joe before he became a priest. We had kept in touch on and off over the years. I will miss our lengthy conversations and most of all the laughs! He was a wonderful person with the best sense of humor. Rest in peace Father Joe.

Joyce Merlini

Fr. Joe and I were best friends at the Seminary. We loved hanging out. He was Deacon at my First Mass. One of the funniest people I ever met. I put together a fundraising to support our Social Justice Committee, he helped me put a variety show on. He also performed Johnny Matthis hit song Look at Me, I'm As Helpless Kitten Up A Tree. Big Joe singing that song had the entire Seminary on the floor with laughter. We lost touch after we both got busy in ministry. God Willing I look forward to meeting him in Heaven. Rest in peace my dear friend. Love Fr. Stan

Fr. Joe and I studied at St. Mary´s Seminary together. He was a very caring and likable individual. He will be missed.