Date Of Birth: March 2, 1936
Date Of Death: July 14, 2013
Kurt Fredrick Wirth was born on March 2, 1936 in Spalt Germany .
He left this earth to go be with his family and his Heavenly Father on July 14, 2013.
Kurt leaves behind his Son, Kurt P. Wirth (Michelle) and daughter, Angela K. Wirth (Anthony Parks). There were 5 grandchildren, Shane(Diana Zidu), Marcus, Jordan, Sean and Dylan and one great grandson, Peyton.
Kurt came to America in 1952 with his mother Maria Wirth and sister Erna. Kurt became an American Citizen on November 26, 1968. Kurt attended George Washington High School and went on to graduate from the Indiana Barber Academy on Lafayette Road. Kurt opened several Barber Shops and continued to cut hair professionally throughout his life holding licenses in the state of Indiana, Iowa, Illinois, Arizona.
Kurt was also a member of the American Bowling Association, American Bowling Congress Champions, Peterson Classics, and was the first bowler in PBA history since 1933 to “Hit the 1st 800 series in 1962. Kurt became Marion County Sheriff under Lee Eads in 1969 and served his city and community proudly until 1974.
Kurt was a lifetime member of the National Rifle Association, and an avid supporter of the 2nd Amendment to the United States Constitution. Kurt was also a member of the American Water Works Association. He was in sales and installation with Badger Meter throughout Wisconsin and Illinois for over 20 years.
Kurt retired to Tucson Arizona where he had been a resident since 1998. Kurt was a member of Alliance Bible Church and opened or partnered with 3 Barber Shops in the Tucson metropolitan area, Swade, London Town and the Mens Room Barber Shop.
Kurt returned back to the Indianapolis area during the last year of his life due to his health and spent his time with family and friends.
Kurt leaves behind many friends in the Tucson, West Chicago and Indianapolis area and we welcome them to leave a lasting memory inside the virtual book at www.indianafuneralcare.com http://www.indianafuneralcare.com.
A celebration of his life will be held Sunday July 28th , 2013 at Chapel Rock Christian Church from 1:30 – 4:00 pm .
In lieu of flowers, please make a contribution to the
National Kidney Foundation
30 East 33rd Street
New York NY 10016
800 622 9010
www.kidney.org
or
American Heart Association
7272 Greenville Avenue
Dallas TX 75231
800-242-8721
www.heart.org.
Jerry says
Rest in Peace. You will be missed, but not forgotten.
Bill Landers says
It saddens me to hear of the passing of Kurt. I worked for Kurt at one of his shops in Tucson and not only was he a mentor, he was a dear friend. There will never be another like him. Anyone who knew Kurt is blessed to have been touched by his personality and charm. The angels can now sing. Love you Kurt.
Jerry Brinkman says
I hadn’t seen Kurt for many years but in the 60’s and early 70’s we bowled together and were good friends while he was in Indianapolis. He was a super guy and a very tough bowler.
Rest in Peace.
Jerry Brinkman
Dana Mitchell says
Kurt-You are one of the best that i have worked with, prayers are being said, take care my friend I Love You. Respectfully, Dana Nitchell
Jay W George says
Kurt was an amazing and incredible person. Certainly a huge loss for this world. He will be missed so much.
Ken Johnson says
Howdy,
I met Kurt when I was in need of a new barber. I walked in cold to Swade Barbers. There were three barbers there, but being shy – as he was – it was Kurt who came up and introduced himself. I am a retired Captain from the Tucson Police Department, and we hit it off immediately! After that, I followed Kurt around the greater Tucson area as he moved from shop to shop. It was not always a short drive, but I would not have gone to anyone but him as he was very good, and was a friend.
We spent many evenings chatting on the phone, talking guns, and telling old war stories.
The last day I saw him was when I went in for a hair cut at his last shop -“The Men’s Room”. It was obvious that he was tired. He told me that he wa going to completely retire at the end of the day — and then set me up with a nice young barber whom he was mentoring. We talked on the phone after that and I stopped by his house once to visit.
He was an original “old time” person. True to himself and a man of God.
I will miss him!
Nick DeBaca says
Kurt worked with myself and the guys at London Town Barber Shop. God bless you, from the boys.
Employees of DCI says
It was a pleasure knowing you and we will miss you.
Nakeya Harris says
Mr. Wirth will be greatly missed. He was a wonderful person to have known.
Pamela Testa says
Angela, it has been a pleasure getting to know your dad through you. I’m so sorry for your loss.
Linda Berryman says
Angela, So sorry for your loss.
Wes Dison says
Kurt was a very good friend to both my dad and I for many years. When my father passed Kurt and I met and talked about the many memories they shared! Kurt was an honorable, kind, tough, reliable man, and someone I would like to emulate! He will be missed!
Irv Jones says
I am sorry for you loss but Kurt is no longer suffering as he is now with our Lord. Kurt was my barber for 12 years in Tucson and indeed a true friend. We enjoyed many services at Alliance Bible Church together and I could always count on him being at our monthly men’s prayer breakfast. It was my privilege to have know him and indeed he will be missed by many. I look forward to the day he will great me when I arrive in heaven. May God bless you and fill the empty spot Kurt has left in your hearts.
Sis says
Dad
I hope I served you well…Jerry and I tried for a year to make your life as full as it could be and with as many memories of friends and family as possible…It was amazing to see you reaching toward the heavens…Give grandma a hug for me and aunt Erna…I love you …thanks for bringing our family back together and putting the pieces in place one final time. You made many friends dad and left an impression not to soon be forgotten.
Jack Howell says
In 2009 Kurt was the last barber to cut my Dads hair. After my Fathers death Kurt became my step Dad he would cut my hair and always talk with me and help me get through my loss. Both my Dad and Kurt had Flat Tops and Kurt had that calm loving approach to life much like my Father. The Wirth Family were lucky to have Kurt in their lives. Thanks for sharing your loving Father with me. All my best, Jack Howell ( Tucson Arizona )