Kurt Downham

April 14th, 1968 - April 3rd, 2017

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Kurt Thomas Downham Obituary Basics • Name of Deceased: Kurt T. Downham • Age: 48 • Resident: Santa Fe, NM • Date of Death: April 3, 2017 • Due To: Myocardio Infarct • Date of Birth: April 14, 1968 • Place of Birth: Rolling Meadows, IL Survived By: • Mother: Margaret P. Downham • Father: Max C. Downham • Brother: Keith J. Downham • Sister-in-Law: Melissa E. Downham • Nephew: Max A. Downham • Niece: Zoe N. Downham Other History: • Education: o Graduate of Purdue University—BS in Economics and MBA o Member of Acacia Fraternity (Purdue Chapter) • Achieved: Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU) • Remarks: A wonderful person, great friend, tremendous uncle, loving and loyal son and brother. Kurt was loved by all and will be missed by all. His unique laugh was infectious. He lit up every room and brightened every mood. Despite being in New Mexico for only 1.5 years, he successfully formed strong friendships throughout the local community. Kurt is deeply missed by his family and friends. Kurt’s family is thankful and truly blessed to have had him in our lives for that past 48 years. We love you, Kurt, and look forward to seeing you again. God bless you. There will be a viewing on Saturday, April 9 2017 from 1:00-3:00pm in the Small Chapel at Rivera Family Funeral Home (417 East Rodeo Road, Santa Fe New Mexico 87505) There are services in Chicago that are still pending.

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Michael Weis

Was just thinking about Kurt and wanted to say something. Kurt and I became friends later in his life, probably around 2005 or so. Kurt was one of those guys where many people would say "he is my best friend". Most genuine, caring, empathetic, kind, loyal (and so on) friend a person could have. I loved Kurt. Like many of us, I was deeply and profoundly affected and saddened by his passing. It was way too soon. We all lost a special person. I miss you all the time Kurt. Your memory is a blessing for all of us. Michael Weis.

Published May 6th, 2024

Liza Marquez

Kurt was a very kind man. We will miss him. Much,much love,from his friends at Wayne's automotive, Liza,Wayne,Joe,David,Leonard & Daren. Blessings & our deepest heartfelt sympathy.

Published April 11th, 2017

Ed Burns

T First, my deepest sympathies to the Downham family. Kurt loved you all deeply and carried you everywhere. Kurt was a great person and figured out quickly that our biggest legacy in life is the quality of our relationships...and given that and like James Stewart in a wonderful life, "he was the richest man in town". You were a man in full and will be missed greatly and forever remembered. Peace brother (Wokamigo '87, acacia)

Published April 7th, 2017