JAMES THOMAS KURTZ, age 67, U.S.M.C. veteran, retired Cleveland Police Officer, beloved husband of Christine (nee Tobin); loving father of Sarah Sweatt (Tom), Jackie Erwin (Ryan) and Matthew (Sarah); proud grandfather of Emma and Savannah; preceded in death by dear sister Carol Kurtz and  brothers David Kurtz. Sr. and John Kurtz; dear brother-in-law of Magali Kurtz and Virginia Kurtz.  Passed away February 3, 2022.  Friends may call at CHAMBERS FUNERAL HOME of CLEVELAND, 4420 ROCKY RIVER DR. AT PURITAS, THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 4-8 P.M.  Funeral Service Friday, February 11, at 12 Noon in the Chambers Funeral Home of Cleveland.  Interment West Park Cemetery.