Harry Kartz | |
|---|---|
 Photograph of Harry Kartz, circa 1940s | |
| Chairman of Aston Villa F.C. | |
| In office 1978–1980 | |
| Preceded by | Sir William Dugdale, Bt |
| Succeeded by | Ron Bendall |
| Personal details | |
| Born | John Harry Kartz[1] 26 October 1913 Hockley, Birmingham, United Kingdom[2] |
| Died | 12 March 2016 (aged 102) Solihull, United Kingdom[3] |
| Spouse |
Dorothy Cruse
(m. 1940; d. 2012) |
| Children | 2 |
| Military service | |
| Allegiance |  United Kingdom |
| Branch/service |  Royal Air Force |
| Years of service | 1942–1945 |
| Rank | Flying officer |
| Unit |  No. IX Squadron |
| Battles/wars | World War II |
John Harry Kartz (23 October 1913 – 12 March 2016)[1] was a British businessman best known for his longtime association with Aston Villa, having held various roles at the club, including as chairman from 1978 to 1980.[4] Kartz also fought in the Second World War, as a front gunner in No. IX Squadron.
- ^ a b Shaw, Phil (21 March 2016). "Harry Kartz: Aston Villa director who became chairman and was on the board during the club's early-Eighties pomp". The Independent. Archived from the original on 9 May 2022. Retrieved 9 October 2016.
- ^ Kendrick, Mat (13 March 2013). "Former Aston Villa chairman dies at the age of 102". Birmingham Mail. Retrieved 9 October 2016.
- ^ "RIP Harry Kartz – IX Sqn Wellington era". IX(B) Squadron Association. 23 April 2016. Retrieved 9 October 2016.
- ^ "RIP Harry Kartz". Aston Villa F.C. 13 March 2013. Retrieved 9 October 2016.