Tom Kurth Death: My heart… and I am certain the hearts of many is filled with sadness today with the passing of Coach Tom Kurth. My great high school coach, my dear friend and an amazing father not only showed love to me, but was equally supportive and loving to my family. Both Faith and Devyn thought of him as a grandfather who was there for them as well.
My dream of being a Blue Blazer and playing for coach Kurth was on top of all the dreams that came true for me in my life. After our weekly call he would tell me how he loved me after every call❤️ May he join his lovely wife Barb in Gods heavenly arms. I am going to miss you coach, and I know first hand how many hearts you touched. I promise that I will continue to dedicate my life giving with the same unconditional, relentless love you gave me
Love Shafer 
Tributes To Tom Kurth
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I have been processing the extremely sad news I learned today, the passing of the legendary Tom Kurth. I was lucky enough to be one of his track athletes for four years at Elkhart Central, and I was an opposing coach when I was named the boys’ track and field coach at Elkhart Memorial. It was awesome being at the same meets as his teams because he would introduce me to everyone, which was a definite advantage as a new track and field coach.
I thank him for everything he taught me about juggling personalities. He met student-athletes where they were and worked hard to make everyone better. In recent years, we have discussed Elkhart, track and field, and my neighborhood, which was his old neighborhood.
Rest In Peace, Coach. My condolences go out to the entire Kurth family. Do know that Coach encompassed Elkhart and made a deeper impact than most realize (which is saying a great deal).
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