Carston’s Obituary
Carston Wayne Kownack, age 4, died tragically in Texas on Friday August 1, 2008.
He is survived by his Mother, Amy Kownack, (Mike Fink), brothers Cameron, Conner, step brothers Sammy & Adam Fink of Arizona, Father Patrick Kownack, (Cheryl Joseph), Step sister Ariel, step brother Chris of Texas.
Also survived by: Grandmothers Ruth Doyle and Kathy Kownack, Grandfather Joseph Kownack, Aunts Kim Maloney, Donna Davis (Emerson), Angela Kownack ,Uncles Scott Doyle (Robin) Jun Motai (Asako), Ben Kownack, thirteen cousins, and dearest friends Lisa Herren, Kimberly & Rusty Stroud, and Colleen Campbell.
Carston was preceded in death by his maternal grandfather Wayne Doyle and aunt, Cynthia Motai.
Sweet Carston touched everyone he came in contact with. His lively spirit left everyone with a smile. His joy for life was contagious and his presence here will be missed beyond what any words can describe.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the: “Carston Kownack Memorial Fund” at PO box 772 Litchfield Park 85340.
For future information please refer to the website in Carston’s memory: sweetcarston.com
A Memorial Service for Carston will be held on Thursday evening from 6-8 PM at Thompsons Valley West Funeral Chapel, 926 S. Litchfield Rd. Goodyear AZ 85338.
Funeral Services for Carston will be held on Friday, August 8th, 2008 at 11:00 AM at Radiant Church. Radiant Church 15522 W. Paradise Ln. (Reems Rd. just South of Bell Rd.) Surprise, AZ 85374 623-975-2662.
Published in The Arizona Republic on 8/6/2008
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Dear Amy,
Rob & I are deeply saddended by this terrible and tragic situation. Our heart breaks for you and your family.
Carston was a sweet little boy and we will all miss him dearly. We will keep his memory close to our hearts. Our Thoughts will be with you for many days to come. XO
Much Love,
Cousin Doreen Magnuson & Rob Meleski
Amy and family,
Words are inadequate to describe our remorse at learning of your loss. Such a tragedy…so difficult to comprehend…our prayers are with you.
May the past be remembered with joy…the future with hope…and the present with love and understanding.
Stephanie & Bill Tresky
Hi Amy and Mike, We are Joe and Sarah Finks’ neighbors. We have a 4 year old little boy, “Jack”. We cannot even begin to understand what you are going through right now. We are simply going to pray for peace for you. I wish there was something I could do to comfort you, I know as a Mother you are lost right now…we are going to give our little Jack extra hugs in remembrance of Carston. Vicki, Phil, Mark, Ryan, Anna and Jack Boldyn
Amy and Pat,
I am terribly saddened by the tragic news. I pray god to provide you and your family strength and patience. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Faruk
Amy,
I have continued to pray for you daily as I promised, I am praying God gives you an extra hug daily in remembrance of the little hugs you received daily from sweet little Carston. Caden will always remember his dearest friend. The little horse you gave him is so sweet.
Amy,
I so very sorry for your loss. Even though I never met Carston, he looks like he was an amazing little boy. As a father of 3 children, I have held them closer every day since hearing of this tragedy. My prayers and my heart goes out to you and your family.