Kurtz, James Joseph age 76, of Brooklyn Park MN, passed away on July 4, 2015. He is preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Eleanor; beloved son, Paul. He will be deeply missed by his wife of 54 years, Betty; children, Julie, James, Leslie; siblings, Dolores (Bob, dec.), Marlene; sisters in-law, Mary and Barbara (Bob); many relatives and good friends. Mass of Christian Burial 11am Thursday, July 9 at St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, 7025 Halifax Avenue N., Brooklyn Center (763-561-5100) with visitation at church 1 hour before. Private interment. cremationsocietyofmn.com