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Monica Murphy
July 10, 2015
"Pops," as we famously called him, was a hard worker, fostered service and had a sense of humor that changed the room. Now, he's dancing with the Angels. Xoxo
June 29, 2015
Condolences to the entire Kurteff family. A source of sanity in my childhood. I have never allowed that brief light to dim. God bless you always. Kim Palkovich ([email protected])
Javier Bravo
May 20, 2015
To the entire Kurteff family, his friends, professional colleagues and the many students that he oversaw and protected; Thank you for providing us the opportunity of knowing you, of guiding us and leading us in so many ways. Thank you, God Bless & may you Rest in Peace.
Javier Bravo, HHS Class of '79
Kristin Black
May 20, 2015
Our thoughts & prayers are with the Kurteff family. George was a kind & loving man to all that he met. He will truly be missed.
Robin Andrews
May 19, 2015
Dear Kurteff Family;
I had the pleasure of knowing Mr. Kurteff as the dad of one of my closest friends. He always made me feel like part of the family and had the best sense of humor. I know he impacted many lives in such a positive way. He will be missed by so many.
Love, Robin and Mark Andrews
Kevin Vana
May 19, 2015
I taught at Munster H.S. during the last year of George's tenure there. He was a teacher's principal and a great influence on how I conducted myself later in my career when I left the teaching profession. I was just a second year teacher and I made my share of mistakes. Mr. Kurteff always had my back. God Bless.
Diana Nickoloff Rogers
May 18, 2015
My deepest sympathy to the family. Mr. Kurteff was my principal as a student at Munster High, and then my boss as a teacher at Highland High. He was always focused on the best for those in his schools...students and teachers alike. Kind and endearing. He will be missed.
Mary Strickland
May 18, 2015
My deepest sympathy to the Kurteff family. I had the pleasure of knowing Mr. and Mrs. Kurteff and their family. I have many great memories, including Lisa's wedding.
Deb Ramstorf
May 18, 2015
I had the pleasure of working with Mr. Kurteff when I was an English teacher at Highland HS 1979-1985. The best boss I ever had and a real class act.
Loni Dorall
May 18, 2015
May 18, 2015
Long ago in East Gary, Mr. Kurteff taught us Social Studies at Edison Junior High School. I have remembered him all of these years because of his professionalism, knowledge, and--most of all--his sense of humor when dealing with us. He was, indeed, a role model for those of us who followed in his footsteps. My condolences to you, Mrs. Kurteff, and to your family...
Loni Dorall
Munster, IN
May 18, 2015
To the entire Kurteff family, you have my deepest sympathy. Mr. Kurteff was a great principal here at Highland. He was a dedicated educator. I am grateful for the nine years I worked with him while he was pricipal.
Dennis Kaminski- Spanish Teacher HHS '76 to present!
Lori Rardin (Crawford) HHS '84
May 17, 2015
So very sorry for your loss. Mr. Kurteff wIll always be remembered for his dedication to bettering the lives of so many children. He will be greatly missed!
Dee Firsich
May 17, 2015
I'm sorry to hear about George's passing, Nancy.I remember attending your wedding - difficult to believe it was 56 years ago. Blessings to you & your loved ones.
Quinn Stafford
May 17, 2015
Mr.Kurteff was an awesome Principal for East Chicago Central High School. I was lucky enough to be in the first freshmen class and spend the next four years with him as our school leader. As a member of the Class of 90 I send my prayers and condolences to his family. God Bless you all.
Kelly Hensley
May 17, 2015
I am so sorry to here this. I was a 1980 Highland graduate, who always respected him. To this day, I have found memories of Mr. Kurteff. This country lost a great educator and human being.
Wendy Harsh(Sieb) HHS '77
May 17, 2015
Mr. Kurteff was a great principal! He genuinely cared about the students. And believe me, there were a lot of us back then. HHS was a better place for having had him there! My thoughts and prayers are with the family!
John Csomor
May 17, 2015
Nancy,
I'm so sorry to read of your husband's passing. Our prayers are with you and your family. Take care Nancy.ECW'52
Pete Auksel
May 17, 2015
My sympathy goes out to the entire family, George was a great person, great to work with and we had many good times together. He will be deeply missed.
Trisha Borom
May 17, 2015
Sorry for your loss,praying for your family.
Margaret Kammer
May 17, 2015
Our prayers go out to the Kurteff Family. A great man who will surely be missed. Keith and Margaret Kammer
Dave Shelbourne
May 17, 2015
A great man. I loved working with George during my years at Highland HS.
Jon & Donna Zaley - HHS '81 & '83
May 17, 2015
Thoughts & prayers with the Kurteff family. Remember Mr Kurteff well from my years at HHS. Always a well-respected man.
Patty and Vic Werner
May 17, 2015
Todd and Family,
Our condolences, may you and your family find comfort in all your memories of your Father. May he now R.I.P.
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