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Kortz, Jess, 1905-2000

 Person

Biography

Jesse Kortz was a Jewish businessman and philanthropist in Denver, CO. He was the owner of Kortz and Lee jewelry stores in Denver, and went on to become an officer of several real estate investment and development firms. He had six (6) terms as president of General Rose Memorial Hospital.

Found in 3 Collections and/or Records:

Jess and Rose Kortz, between 1950-1980

 Item
Identifier: B063.05.0038.00088
Abstract

Jess and Rose Kortz pose together at a formal event.

Dates: between 1950-1980

Jess Kortz, 1925

 Item
Identifier: B063.08.0064.00027
Abstract

Studio portrait of Jess Kortz on his wedding day to Rose Dachman Kortz wearing a tuxedo.

Dates: 1925

Jesse Kortz , April 23, 1952 - August 4, 1989

 File
Identifier: B111.06.0006.0008
Abstract

Jesse Kortz was owner of twelve (12) Kortz and Lee jewelry stores across Colorado, owner of some banks, and fundraiser for General Rose Hospital, Beth Israel hospital and home for the aged, and a number of other organizations. He was a trustee of General Rose Hospital.

Dates: April 23, 1952 - August 4, 1989

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