Melinda Sue Kurtz, 68, a resident of Blue Springs, MO passed away Monday, May 8, 2023 in her home in Blue Springs, Missouri. She was born November 8, 1954 to James Gregory and Wanda Sue (Calvin) McGuire in Kansas City, Missouri.
Melinda graduated from La Monte High School in La Monte, Missouri. After high school, she graduated from State Fair Community College where she got her degree in computer science. She spent her working career as an office Manager for many different companies, she retired from Preferred Risk Insurance Company. She loved driving a truck and being a military wife. Melinda loved preparing and doing shows, selling her Paparazzi Jewelry.
She was a straight-forward person, with a heart of gold. Melinda took in and raised her nieces as her very own daughters, to go along with the nine children of her own. Melinda always had an open door policy. If anyone was hungry, they were fed. If anyone needed shelter, they were provided a roof. Regardless of the need, she was always there to help when someone was in need.
Melinda is survived by her 10 Children, 23 grandchildren, 39 great grandchildren and 3 brothers and 1 sister. She was preceded in death by her parents, son: John Ray Kurtz, 1 great-grandchild: Kaylynn Grace Drinkert and 1 sister: Cheryl Thompson.
The family will receive friends and family from 4:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Monday, May 15, 2023 at Meyers Funeral Chapel in Blue Springs, MO. On Tuesday, May 16, 2023 at 10:00 a.m., a funeral service will be held at the Calvary Baptist Church in Blue Springs, Missouri. Arrangements have been entrusted to Meyers Funeral Chapel in Blue Springs. Memories of Melinda and words of comfort for his family may be shared at meyersfuneralchapel.com
I had the honor of being Melinda’s hospice nurse. Melinda was a joy to care for and lived life on her own terms. She will be deeply missed, and always remembered. I wish Rusty, Alex, John, and all family peace and comfort during this time of loss.
Rusty and family,
I’m so sorry for your loss,I’m so glad I got the pleasure of meeting Melinda a few years back,And we became friends,She had a big heart,great smile,And always made me laugh.She will be very much missed but never forgotten.If there is anything you all need please let me know.Love,Hugs,Prays
Robyn, Alex, Rusty and family
Our deepest condolences
Melinda had a kind heart and always very Welcoming to my family. Always knew how to make you laugh when you needed to. She would give you the shirt off her back. Prayers, and if you need anything always a phone call away
Melinda worked for Bernie and Kim Nanneman for many years as well as Kenny and and the boys did, picking up Trash. We all had a good relationship as well as being cousins. She will be missed. Loved her. We will meet and in heaven.🙏💗💯
I had the honor and privilege of being Rusty and Melinda’s neighbor for many years. As a single man, Melinda took me in as part of the family, and never would she allow me to be alone on a holiday or birthday. Not only did we share meals together, but also our joys and concerns. Her door was always open and I always looked forward to giving her a hard time, as I knew she would give it right back to me.
To Rusty, John, the girls, the boys, and the entire family, I send my most heart felt sympathies! Maintain your love of Jesus, and hold dear all the wonderful memories that were shared over the years. I love you and miss you – until we meet again…..
Melinda and Rusty have been friends for more than 30 yrs. We will miss her dearly. RIP Melinda. We love you.