John Kurts Obituary
After graduating, John continued to demonstrate his strong leadership and athletic skills both on and off the field. He enlisted in the Army at 18 and attended West Point where he played for the Army Football Team. After an injury to his back, he attended Trenton State College and earned a degree in History. While teaching History at Bordentown Regional High School he attended Seton Hall at night and later passed the bar to become an Attorney.
Working for various Law Firms, he eventually became a partner with Bookbinder, Guest, Domzalski and Kurts, located on High Street in Burlington, NJ. While he was there, he was fortunate enough to meet his wife, Nancy Measey. Their first dates were on Long Beach Island where John vacationed every summer. After a short courtship, they married and had two children together, Michealian (Mick) and Magill (Maggie). John eventually started his own practice in Burlington, where he resided with his family.
John loved the beach and made his dream of living at the shore a reality five years ago. His favorite saying was, "I just love it here!"! John loved many things: walking his dog Cooper every morning, playing Scrabble every night, enjoying beautiful sunsets in the evening, NYT crossword puzzles, reading history books, researching his family ancestry, and his favorite was spending time with his family and friends.
John is survived by his wife, Nancy Measey Kurts; his children Mick (Casey), Magill (Matt); his three siblings, Patti Hallgreen (Ray), Mark Kurts and Sue Burg (Charlie) and their children. He is also survived by his loving sisters-in-law, Maryann Ciechanowski (Walt), Karen Brough, Patricia Brankley (Russ), and his brother-in-law, Tom Measey (Cassandra) and their children.
There will be a "Celebration of Life" for John at a later date. In lieu of flowers, John would prefer you to go read a book or pet a dog.
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Beth Aloi Mansfield
February 4, 2026
Great teacher who really cared in and out of the classroom. He leaves his touch on hundreds of us in Bordentown!!
Dody
February 3, 2026
Mr. Kurt's you inspired my love of all things history. I enjoyed your class. I also feel privileged to have worked in volunteer EMS with your sister is Florence twp.
Dody gareis Wirth class of 81 brhs
Patty Benson
February 3, 2026
Mr. Kurtz was my high school history teacher. So good looking. He was so disappointed that the numbers came out to pass me. Lol. He couldn't believe I actually passed. Thank you, Jesus! He was a good guy. I'm sure he will be missed. Being a teacher, he has had an influence in many. May God rest his soul.
Paul King
February 3, 2026
You were a tough man, but a great man. History class is filled with memories as your student. I am glad I got to see you as an adult in your law office in Burlington. You are remembered as being a "cool guy". RIP Mr. Kurtz
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Nara Dewar Duncan
January 30, 2026
I grew up with John in Yardville. We tried to connect with him for a high school reunion. I´m so sad I never got to see him again. He was a lovely kid and I´m sure grew up to be a wonderful husband and father. May he rest in peace and rise to glory. Sadly, Nara Dewar Duncan
Stephen F McNally
January 29, 2026
My deepest sympathy to Nancy, Mick, and Maggie. I don't have a dog to pet, but I am going to open up a book tonight to read.
Steve McNally
Chris & Ken Domzalski
January 29, 2026
May John rest in peace with the Lord. We hope that the Lord provides His peace also to family and friends.
Chris & Ken Domzalski
David W Bryan
January 29, 2026
God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. Gone too soon . A great football player and person.
Karla Hornung
January 28, 2026
We lived a few houses down the street from each other and went to school from Elementary through high school (class of 1967). I always knew John as a gentleman, scholar and athlete. Rest in peace, friend.
Karla (Griffith) Hornung
Sue Medell Scurato
January 28, 2026
Such sad news. My heartfelt sympathy to you all.
Walt and Maryann Ciechanowski
January 26, 2026
We will miss you John! Always fun to be with you and praying for all of you!
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