Henry Gurtz Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Henry Gurtz of Catawba Island, Ohio, who passed away on November 13, 2025, at the age of 98, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Carl H. Gurtz and Lucille M. Gurtz (Prediger); his wife Mert; and his sister Dorothy Adams. He is survived by: his children, Cindy Slobodian (Mark), Glenna Lykens (Mike) and Steve Gurtz (Tammy); and his grandchildren, Kristin Whittington (Nate), Kelley Lykens (Malcolm Johnson), Emily Siegel (Matt), Justin Gurtz and Patrick Gurtz. He is also survived by six great-grandchildren.

Memorial contributions in Henry's memory may be made to Resurrection Lutheran Church.