James is survived by his sons, James A. Kurtz and Jon M. Kurtz, daughter, Jodi Motszko; grandchildren, Anabelle Kurtz, Danielle Kurtz, Joshua Kurtz, James A Kurtz II, Matthew R. Kurtz, Alsxander Kurtz, Johnathan Kurtz and Brittney Kurtz.
A graveside service will be held 11:00 am Saturday January 13, 2024 at Smith Chapel Cemetery, Logan, Ohio. Calling hours will be held 6 to 8 pm Friday January 12, 2024 at Halteman-Fett & Dyer Funeral Home.