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Joel Kort Obituary

Student. Survived by a son, Dylan and daughters Ava and Emma; his parents Judith and Anthone, brothers Bret (Marlene), Chad (Kathy) and sister Amy (Greg); nieces and nephews: Lauren, Ashley (Tim), Eva (Pete), Alyssa, Brian, Alexandra, Kyle and Kedrick. Joel served three tours of duty with the military in Iraq. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to the Colorado Institute of Massage Therapy, wounded warriors. Service pending at First Congregational United Church of Christ. "God gives us love. Someone to love, God lends us." Tennyson

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Published by The Gazette on Aug. 16, 2015.

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Jane Loerop

August 10, 2024

Joel, you were loved by your Lord and Savior.
He has built a mansion in heaven for you.
From Aunt Jane Loerop

Carey Harvey

August 10, 2024

Forever in our hearts and always still in my mind.

Jane Loerop

August 10, 2023

You are loved by our Lord Jesus
Christ.

CAREY HARVEY

August 10, 2023

I still cry or we do when we still talk about you, you are still so missed, your daughters are so beautiful you would be so proud of them!!!!

CAREY HARVEY

August 10, 2022

You are the only person I have ever cried my eyes out at their funeral. You are missed by so many. Maria has done a great job with your beautiful daughters!! Until we me again someday.

CAREY HARVEY

August 10, 2021

There has never been a death of someone that affected me the way yours did, you are so missed by many, your girls are growing so fast and beauty lies within the pictures that their mom post. You will always be missed and forever thought about......

CCC

June 1, 2021

My Doc. Was there for me. Wish I had been there for you. Miss you Brother. So much

Carey Harvey

August 13, 2020

You’re still talked about amongst our family, you are truly missed by many, you left memories within us all, and I’m blessed to see pictures of your beautiful daughters growing up. I still believe your a soldier in heaven watching over all the troops!

C. Campbell

October 11, 2018

Miss you Doc

Ron Verhine

September 10, 2015

Joel I love you brother. My heart is broken. I will see you again when we regroup. You will be missed forever.

Dena Barentine-Whetten

September 5, 2015

Dear Kort Family,
I remember Joel telling me how much he loved his family and I know how much you loved him. Missing you all and sending my condolences. Keeping you in my prayers. Hugs to all!

Stephen and Carolyn Hock

September 3, 2015

Dear Kort Family,
Your son and brother Joel now rests in peace God in Heaven. A cloud of witnesses welcomes him into their hearts. We share your sorrow at his passing.

Michael Nusen

August 22, 2015

Judy and Andy - I am so sorry for the loss of your son. I recall how wonderful it was to see you proudly sharing stories and/or photos of all your children which I know you will continue to do. I am greatly appreciative for Joel's service and the real difference he made in this world. With sincerest sympathy.
Michael Nusen

Amy Krueger

August 22, 2015

My heart is heavy today as i here the news of Joel passing. I am sending hugs, love and prayers to his entire family as they deal with this grief. Joel was way to young! ! May he find peace. Thank you for serving our country. We will forever love and miss you Joel. I am keeping you in my thoughts and prayers Kort Family

Ken and Jane Loerop

August 21, 2015

Dear Family Members,
May God's grace and mercy sustain the parents, brothers and sister, nieces and nephews during this season of grief. You are loved and in our prayers. Your Cousins, Ken & Jane Loerop

Don and Jeanne Johnson

August 20, 2015

Judy and Andy we are so sorry for the loss of your son. We will keep you in our prayers. May peace be with you.

Leslie Jakeman

August 20, 2015

Judy,
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Our conversations have always included talk of our children and grandchildren. I know how proud you are of them all and cannot imagine your heartbreak. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this sad time. Leslie Jakeman (PPCC)

August 19, 2015

Andy,
I am so very sorry to learn of your loss. Please accept my condolences.
Virginia and I feel very sad for you and yours.
Tom Grossman

Don Field

August 19, 2015

Judy and Andy, There are no words that can convey my sympathy for losing your son Joel. No parent should have to go through such sorrow.

Alison Kosick-Wright

August 17, 2015

My deepest sympathies to the family of this truly wonderful human being. Joel was a sweet guy with a kind heart. He'll be truly missed. Rest in Peace...

Cameron Campbell

August 17, 2015

See you at Fiddler's Green Doc.

James Isgett

August 17, 2015

RIP Doc, you will be missed. Til we meet again at Fiddlers Green. My thoughts and prayers go out to the Kort family.

Bryan Anderson

August 17, 2015

One of the greatest NCOs, Medic, and MAN, I have had the pleasure of serving with. You were a happy soul and always had a kind heart. A great loss for everyone. My prayers go to you and you family. NEVER FORGOTTEN!

Ron & Irene Zuiderveen

August 17, 2015

Our love and heartfelt sympathy to the family. We love you!!!
Your Kalamazoo, Mi. Relatives

Barry Seip

August 17, 2015

Joel my heart is heavy for your family. I will remember you always as the great man and Soldier I knew through several years and two deployments. RIP brother. I hope you find peace in Fiddler's Green.

Thomas samano

August 17, 2015

You will be missed by many brother you where one hell of an NCO lost a great one you will never be forgotten

Aric Q

August 17, 2015

RIP my Brother. Your memory will never be forgotten. Condolences and prayers to the family and especially to the 2 little girls who are left behind.

Chris Sperry

August 17, 2015

SSG Kort, you will be greatly missed! Rest in peace Brother! You inspired and mentored man including me. Thank you for all you sacrificed, watch over us brother!

Nick Stach

August 16, 2015

Thank you for being such a great friend and mentor. You are already sorely missed and remebered.You will always be a member of the real Crazy horse platoon 1-9 cav. We are all thinking of your family.
God rest your sole and wwrite will all see you again.

Brice Waterman

August 16, 2015

Thank you for your great leadership! You will always be my favorite section leader. RIP SSG Kort!

Ken & Eva Drayton

August 16, 2015

May your soul rest in peace. The lord will open the gates of heaven and you will journey to his homeland where there is no death but only joy.

Gieselle "Gigi" Poveromo

August 16, 2015

My dear friend, Rest in Peace. I enjoyed such great conversations with you about outdoor adventures, books, art and music!!!!!! I know your listening to some great music. Be at peace. Gieselle "Gigi" Drayton Poveromo

Lauren Kort

August 16, 2015

Uncle Joel, we will never forget your love for us, your laughter, and your sense of humor. We miss you so much, and always will.

Lyndsey, Trentin, Jerzie and Abigail Harp

August 16, 2015

our families shared lots of memories smiles and tears it's hard to believe your gone but you will forever be in our hearts!

Andy and Carey Harvey

August 16, 2015

Joel you will be remembered by many of us for your laughter, your smile, your dedication to our Country and will forever and always be loved and missed

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