RIP IN PEACE: Kurtis Colamonico
8/23/2022
Words and photos by Joe KrolickIf there was one constant thing in Kurtis’ life, it was skateboarding. If you ever were in his presence, you could feel his infectious excitement for it. He kept that passion alive through his Skate Kids instructional program and his son Kruz. Kurtis wanted to share skateboarding with everyone and make them feel included in the thing we all love so dearly. May his dedication and energy live on in everyone who steps on skateboard. We will skate again soon!
You can help the family with their memorial costs here.
Golden-hour kickflip with room to spare
Reppin' Furnace on a front blunt back in his World days
Sky high frontside flip
Backside flip in LBC. Our thoughts go out to Kurtis' family and many friends-
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