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Obituaries

Obituary: James E. Kurz

by Alexandra A. Taylor
September 18, 2021 | A version of this story appeared in Volume 99, Issue 34

 

A photo of James E. Kurz.
Credit: Courtesy of Jeffrey Kurz
James E. Kurz

James E. Kurz, 86, died April 22 in Cary, North Carolina.

“In his life and career, his intention was always to set a good example for his sons, grandchildren, and all others he met. As we (his sons) completed our education, he stressed to us that doctorates (MD for one, PhD for the other) are not earned just once but must be re-earned every day of our careers.”—Jeffrey Kurz, son

Most recent title: Technical fellow, Boeing

Education: BA, chemistry, Centre College of Kentucky, 1956; MA, physical chemistry, Duke University, 1958; PhD, physical chemistry, Duke University, 1961

Survivors: Sons, James Jr. and Jeffrey

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