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LESLIE R. KURZ
With sadness, the family announces the unexpected passing of Les after a short illness on September 4, 2025.
He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Therese (N. Wach); his son Matthew (Jacqueline Lee) Kurz; granddaughter Marissa Chernoff; brother Brent (Grace) Kurz; nephew Stephen Kurz; sisters-in-law, Andrea Boyd and Karen Boyd; and brother-in-law Andrew Wach and family; along with Graham Lee, Ryan Simard, and numerous extended family members and friends.
Les taught at Aberdeen and Elmwood and retired in 2005.
As per his wishes, cremation has taken place, and no service will be held.
As published in Winnipeg Free Press on Sep 13, 2025
Condolences & Memories (6 entries)
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My condolences to the family. Mr. Kurz was one of my favourite teachers. He always took the time to talk and connect with his students. He was truly admired and strong example as to why I became a teacher. - Posted by: Cathy Lanouette (Former Student of Mr. Kurz) on: Sep 15, 2025
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I am saddened to learn of Les' passing. I was privileged to have taught with Les for many years at Elmwood High School He was a valued colleague, respected by staff and students alike for his professionalism and commitment to the school and student body. Deepest condolences to Therese, Mathew and the Kurz family. May his memory be a blessing. - Posted by: Dave Gillis (colleague) on: Sep 15, 2025
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We lived across the street from each other on Johnson Ave, attending George V, David Thompson and Elmwood High School together. Along with our neighbourhood friends we spent many summer evenings on the street playing hopscotch, and hide and seek. He was musically talented - singing in a boys’ choir, and playing accordion as a young boy and trombone in the high school band program - where he eventually taught. Therese, Brent and your families, please accept my sincerest condolences. - Posted by: Linda Bruce (Childhood friend) on: Sep 14, 2025
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You were one of my favorite teachers at Elmwood High and you made a difference ! I remember babysitting Matthew and later in life catching up with you ! You will be fondly remembered..Condolences to Theresa and Matthew and family ! - Posted by: Jennifer Schmidt Utz (Student /friend) on: Sep 14, 2025
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So very sad to hear of Mr. Kurz's passing. He was one of my favorite teachers at Elmwood High School. He went above and beyond to help me in my high school years and I never forgot all that he did for me. We reconnected on Facebook for many years and he always had a kind word and always remembered me and my brother. He is one of those special people you meet in life. He will be sadly missed. My sincerest condolences to his family. - Posted by: Lydia Henderson (Former student) on: Sep 13, 2025
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Rest Easy Mr. Kurz, you were 1 of my favorite Teachers at Aberdeen back in the 70's. I was just saying I wonder what ever happened to Mr. Kurz and some of the other teachers. My Condolences to the Kurz Family. - Posted by: Carol Chubaty (friend) on: Sep 13, 2025
