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Posted by: thepinetree on 11/01/2015 05:27 PM Updated by: thepinetree on 11/06/2015 06:16 PM
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Calaveras County Sheriff Gary G. Kuntz 1952-2015

San Andreas, CA...Calaveras County Sheriff Gary G. Kuntz 63 years old born June 30, 1952 in Mandan, North Dakota died October 29, 2015 of a heart attack. Gary died in his home surrounded by family and friends. He moved to Calaveras County in 1969 and was a graduate of Calaveras High School in 1970.




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Gary left behind his life partner for 12 years Johanna Vermeltfoort. Three children, Amy Haire/Emmit, Sabrina House/Matt and Garret Kuntz. Gary had 9 grandchildren, 2 brothers, Daryl Kuntz /Kathy, Harlan Kuntz/Rhonda and 2 sisters Michelle Newby/Jack, Carlotta Coss/Riquildo and numerous nieces, nephews, and in-laws. Gary’s Mother is Lillian Kuntz. He was preceded in death by his Father George A. Kuntz

Sheriff Kuntz worked as a Concrete Mason from 1971-1985, graduated from Delta College Police Academy then in 1985 started his career at Calaveras County Sheriff's Office as a Reserve/Extra Hire Officer. Sheriff Kuntz worked his way up through ranks of Patrol Officer, Detective, Sergeant, Operations Commander, Jail Commander, Lieutenant and Sheriff in 2010 to present. He was involved in numerous associations and groups and enjoyed motorcycles, cars and golf. Gary’s legacy will always be known as being deeply rooted in this county and being the “Sheriff of the people”.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation to the nonprofit Sheriff Kuntz cofounded in 2012. Friends of the Calaveras Sheriffs Office.org or POB 1522 Valley Springs 95252. Any other gift or flowers are asked to be delivered to the Celebration at Ironstone. Thank you.

His family will hold a private Mass in San Andreas for family and close friends before the Celebration and a family/friend gathering afterward in San Andreas. Sheriff Kuntz will be laid to rest in Jenny Lind that weekend.

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