Gregory A. Kuertz

Gregory A. Kuertz, a devoted father, proud grandfather, and beloved member of the Cincinnati community, passed away peacefully on March 12, 2026, in his hometown of Cincinnati, Ohio. Born on July 30, 1952, in Cincinnati, Greg lived a full and vibrant life marked by dedication to family, career, and a spirit of generosity that touched all who knew him.

Greg studied accounting at the University of Cincinnati and later earned his Bachelor of Business Administration degree from Memphis State University. His professional life included work as an accountant before he embarked on a successful second career as co-owner, with his brother Bill, of Crow’s Nest, a beloved local bar. Among his proudest accomplishments were becoming a father and grandfather, achieving a hole-in-one at Aston Oaks, graduating college, and owning the cherished establishment.

Known for his easy-going, loyal, and dependable nature, Greg was a man of laughter and life, famous among family and friends for his quick wit and memorable one-liners. He found joy in music, concerts, history, golf, movies, travel, and the companionship of his dogs, Carma and Yukie. He rarely missed an opportunity to tee off on the golf course and was always ready for a good time and adventure. Above all, Greg treasured his family deeply and was the best “pee-paw” anyone could ask for, especially to his grandson Theodore DiSanto.

He is survived by his daughter Margaret Kuertz and son-in-law Cody DiSanto; his son Michael Kuertz; his step-daughter Heather Lytle; his sisters Jenny Ginocchio and Karen Travis with brother-in-law Ken Travis; his brothers Mark Kuertz and sister-in-law Kim, William Kuertz, Joseph Kuertz, and Christopher Kuertz and sister-in-law Tammy; and his treasured grandson Theodore DiSanto. They, along with his Sigma Chi fraternity brothers and many friends, hold dear the moments shared with Greg and the indelible mark he has left on their hearts.

He was preceded in death by his ex-wife Merita Kuertz, his brother-in-law James Ginocchio, and his parents Leonard and Elizabeth Kuertz (née Robertson).