In loving memory of

Matthew Neil Kurtz
April 3, 1941 - August 27, 2020

Matthew Neil Kurtz, of Antigo, died Thursday, August 27, 2020, at Aspirus Langlade Hospital. He was 79 years old. He was born on April 3, 1941, in Antigo, a son of Matthew and Ethel (O'Neil) Kurtz.

He graduated from Antigo High School and received his Bachelor's Degree from Marquette University in 1963.

He taught English and History at St. Joseph's in Menasha and later for the Unified School District of Antigo for many years.

He could be found frequently walking throughout Antigo, was an avid reader, enjoyed traveling and telling interesting stories and jokes.

He loved his dogs, enjoyed poetry, history and antiques.

The funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, September 3, 2020, at 10:30 a.m. at SS Mary Hyacinth Catholic Church with Rev. Callistus Elue officiating. Burial will take place in Queen of Peace Cemetery.

Visitation will be 9 to 10 a.m. on Thursday at the Bradley Funeral Home.

Tributes

Lori Fowler wrote on Feb 8, 2022:

"Matt, I just found out that you passed...and while I am very sad, I also know that you are with your beloved Pumpkin....give her a hug and a kiss from all of us at ARFS. We will miss you....."

Paula Leopold wrote on Jan 2, 2021:

"Dear Matt, I just found out today that you had passed away in Aug! I was very shocked to find this out. You were the best teacher I ever had at Menasha High! Was so much fun with Ralphie and Prunella! ? You sure made learning fun! Glad we kept in touch all these years! I will miss you! Rest In Peace Matt! Love, Paula "

Dennis Herrick wrote on Oct 5, 2020:

"I was saddened to learn that my friend of more than half a century, Neil Kurtz, died at the end of August. We hadn't seen much of each other for the last few decades because we lived up to a thousand miles apart at times, but I have fond memories of the friendship we had at Marquette University and the times after that when I saw him on my Wisconsin trips. I'll always remember you, my friend."

The Staff at Dr. Aldrich's Office wrote on Sep 10, 2020:

"I had the pleasure of knowing Matthew for just a short time through my job. We always loved when he came in for his appointments. He always put a smile on our faces. We will definitely miss his company!"

Debbie wrote on Sep 3, 2020:

"He was my favorite teacher at Menasha High, World history. He always drew out battles with stick people. Class of 1973"

pat arrowood wrote on Sep 3, 2020:

"He was one of my favorite teachers he loved what he did and actually cared about each and every student he taught lost one of the good ones my condolences to his family"

Shalaine Thompson wrote on Sep 2, 2020:

"Thank you for making English class one we couldn?t wait to get to. You will be greatly missed and warmly remembered. "

Jennie (Verbanac) Baranowski wrote on Sep 2, 2020:

"Mr Kurtz was so quick to make us laugh, we laughed so much we didnt realize how much we learned that year. It wasnt all about the brain floss. "

Kathy Kloes wrote on Sep 2, 2020:

"Rest In Peace Mr. Kurtz you were a great teacher that taught me to appreciate poetry. You recited The Tell-Tale Heart and I was hooked. "

Glenn and Nancy Bugni wrote on Sep 1, 2020:

"Neil was a loving, quietly sweet man. He was an inspiration to his students with high expectations! He also painted Ukraine eggs as another hobby. He will be remembered for his unconditional love for animals?and rescued many. He will be missed by all of us who taught with him. "

Susan Johnson wrote on Sep 1, 2020:

"What a kind wonderful man. On his daily walk past my mother's house, he always had time to chat with her. She so looked forward to his visits. Thank you, Neil. May you rest in peace."