Joseph Gerald Wurtz

Joseph ?Jerry? Wurtz died October 3, 2008 in Prescott, Arizona.  He was born September 26, 1922 in Greenleaf, Kansas to Joseph J. and Marie E. (Fagan) Wurtz.  Jerry was 86 years old.   He retired in 1988 after working for civil service for over 35 years; at that time Jerry and June moved to Prescott from Texas.  He soon became very active at Sacred Heart Catholic Church; serving as sacristan and doing what ever was needed.  He enjoyed wood working, do-it-yourself projects, and yard work.  He was most proud of his grandchildren and his completed projects.   He is survived by his wife, June of 49 years; son, John; daughters; Mary Smith, Lee Anne Garrett, and Gayle York; brother, John; sister, Bernadette Willis; and ten grandchildren.   A Rosary will be at 6:00 PM Tuesday, October 7, 2008 at the Arizona Ruffner Wakelin Funeral Home, on the corner of Cortez and Carleton, with visitation one hour prior.   A Celebration of Jerry?s Life Mass will be at 11:00 AM Wednesday, October 8, 2008 at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 150 Fluery, Prescott.  A final farewell and commendation will take place at Prescott National Cemetery.   The family suggests memorials in his name to St. Vincent de Paul Society, 150 Fluery, Prescott, AZ 86301.