Ronald Mervin Kurz

April 20th, 1930 – March 5th, 2025

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our beloved husband, dad, grandpa, and great-grandpa, Ronald Mervin Kurz.  He passed away peacefully, surrounded by family.  Ron was born April 20th, 1930, on the family farm in Central Butte, SK and passed away on Wednesday, March 5th, 2025, just shy of his 95th birthday.

Ron’s greatest love was his wife and best friend Joy, along with their children.  His most cherished time was when he was surrounded by family, enjoying special occasions and visits.

Ron was a man of many talents and accomplishments.  He could play any instrument you handed him by ear, his favourite being the piano.  He enjoyed many years playing in the Shriner’s Military Band, mastering the glockenspiel.  He also spent many years involved in the Legion shows providing comical entertainment to the town.

Ron was very active in the community and served in many organizations.  He spent time as the Mayor of Central Butte and later as the Reeve of the RM of Enfield.

Ron operated the Central Butte ambulance for 25 plus years and was instrumental in establishing the Saskatchewan Road Ambulance Association.  At the same time, his love of farming also kept him busy at the family homestead.  Ron was very proud to obtain his pilots license and spent many hours enjoying the Saskatchewan scenery from above.  His view is now the same.

Joy and Ron spent many years travelling with the Good Sam Camping Club, enjoying the many miles accumulated in their motorhome.  Socializing was a big part of life and evident in the many good friends they had.

He was predeceased by his parents, Jake and Josie; brother, Erv; and cherished son, Rich, along with his special in-laws that were also considered good friends.  Ron is survived by his wife of almost 73 years, Joy; children: Hugh (Lorie), Chris, Perry (Sharyl), and Gay (Lew); daughter-in-law, Angie; grandchildren: Heidi (Colin), Regan (Regan), Brianna (Nick), Cody (Sarah), Ashley (Drew), Natasha, Aly, Karli (Matt), Dawson, Mason, and Jaxton; and great-grandchildren: Kaylee, Jayden, Tyler, Emery, Sully, Evren, Reese, Camryn, Shayda, Jeremy, Eve, Axel, Eli, Walker, and Hayes.  Grandpa Ron adored them all and loved telling tales and joking.

In keeping with Ron’s wishes, there will be a private family celebration of his life.  As an expression of sympathy, donations in Ron’s honor may be made to Heartland Hospice Moose Jaw, Box 334, Moose Jaw, SK S6H 4N9 or STARS Air Ambulance, 2640 Airport Road, Regina, SK S4W 1A3.  Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane.  Michelle Ellis, Funeral Director 306-693-4550