Patricia A.( McCurdy) Kurtz (Patty) was born in Hershey, PA on March 15, 1948. Patty was the oldest of nine children. Preceded in death by parents Harry F. and Doris M. (Hoffer) McCurdy. She died at home in Bartlett, TN surrounded by loved ones on August 11, 2022 after succumbing to her battle with cancer.

Survived by loving husband Jeff Kurtz (from Johnstown, PA), sons Joshua and wife Asiyah (New Jersey), Andrew (Texas), and daughter Abby Kurtz (Bartlett, TN ). Also survived by sisters Kathy Wieland, Debbie Zullo , Marilyn McCurdy, and Angel McCurdy; as well as brothers Brian, Frank, Harry, and John McCurdy. All the brothers and sisters currently reside near Patty's childhood home of Palmyra, PA with the exception of her brother Harry who lives in the Tampa, FL area. Additionally, Patty is survived by her three grandchildren, Elliot, Olivia, and Joel Kurtz (New Jersey).

Patty was a true child of God who loved her Lord and savior Jesus Christ with all her heart , and a member of New Hope Christian Church . Her faith was strong, and an encouragement to those around her. She often said she should have been born in a previous era because she was old-fashioned. She loved to cook and bake for her husband and family, whom she loved dear ly. Patty could also be a practical joker. Many acquaintances anxiously awaited April Fools ' Day to see what prank she had conjured up for her husband, Jeff. She was also a fitness buff, who loved walking, Zumba, and other exercise.

She was talented in the area of various arts and crafts. Additionally, she enjoyed creating and making beautiful quilts. Patty refused to sell any of her quilts, but generously gave them away to friends and loved ones. She was also teaching Abby how to quilt. She adored her time working on quilts with her daughter. We are saddened by her death but rejoice in knowing that she is now with her precious Lord and Savior.