memoriam

I was recently informed of the death of Jeff Kush, class of 1980. He was killed in a car accident on July 26, 2002.
Joe Owens wrote a really nice memorial for Jeff here:

Jeff's Memorial (full text to right)

In Memoriam
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Andy Kunka, class of '87

Stacey Grobmeier, class of '80

Contact Karen de la Vina for more info.

Charisse is shown here with, left to right, Scott Beauchamp ('87), Tiffany Smith ('87), Anthony Petrone ('88), and Traci Ehrhardt ('87). Photo was taken September 13, 2003. Submitted by Karen de la Vina.

Click here for Charisse's Memorial Web page.



			Jeff Kush Remembered By-Joe Owens For those who have not heard, Jeff Kush of Kush Chiropractic was killed Friday morning in an automobile accident. For all those who knew him, this tragic loss will likely leave voids that can never be filled. In a society with so many negatives, this man had a way of bringing out the very best in everyone he met. In addition to being an accomplished outdoorsman, Jeff succeeded in all aspects of his life, business, bodybuilding, education, and maybe most important, he was truly a great person who cared about others. The first time I ever met Jeff, he showed me just how good a person could be. My son Dustin and I were on the ramp at Saguaro Lake for an evening of fishing. In his always-outgoing way he struck up a conversation with us about how and where he was catching bass. It was at this time that I realized I had forgot to pack our night-lights, he insisted on us using the two he had. The following day I tried to return them, and he said they were a gift with a no return policy. Over the years I have heard countless stories about his seemingly endless generosity towards others. Jeff was truly the man we all want to be. There is a little quote that I think describes Jeff quite well. (You must be the change you wish to see in the world)If reaching heaven is dictated by kindness towards others. Rest assured, they have a seat reserved for Jeff Kush. Gone, but not forgotten

	Andrew Kunka, passed away on June 20, 2003 in Phoenix, - AZ. He was born February 08, 1969 in Queens, New York to Peter & Luba Kunka. He leaves behind and will be dearly missed by his wife, Laura; sons, Nicholas & Zachary; parents, Peter & Luba; brother, Peter (Alice); grandmother, Catherine Kunka; father-in-law, Larry Powell; mother-in- law, Cindy Ashley; numerous extended family members and many, many friends. Visitation will be held Wednesday, June 25, 2003, 5-8 p.m. with a Panakhyda Service at 7:00 p.m. at Hansen Desert Hills Mortuary, 6500 E. Bell Rd. in Scottsdale. Funeral Mass will be 9:00 a.m., Thursday, June 26, 2003, at Dormition of the Mother of God Ukrainian Catholic Church, 3720 W. Maryland in Phoenix. The family wishes to express appreciation for love and support that has been shown at this time. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Kunka Children Educational Fund, c/o 6500 E. Bell Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85254. Published in the Arizona Republic from 6/22/2003 - 6/23/2003. http://www.legacy.com/azcentral/LegacySubPage2.asp? Page=LifeStory&PersonId=1105608

Stacey A. Grobmeier, of Scottsdale, Arizona passed away on Monday morning, September 15, 2003 at the age of 41. Stacey was the middle son of three brothers and was born in Dayton, Ohio on November 18, 1961, although he spent all of his life since 3 months of age in Arizona. On November 24, 1979, he began his life as husband to Nadine Martinez and together they enjoyed nearly 24 memorable years. He was the proud owner of Stacey's Airpark Auto Service in the Scottsdale Airpark, which he and Nadine built together since 1992. Stacey is survived by his wife Nadine and his three children Gregory, Ashley and Tyler, as well as his father, Joseph and his mother, Nancy, and his brothers Chris and John. Services will be held at 9am, Saturday, September 20th, at Desert Springs Bible Church, 16215 N. Tatum Blvd., Phoenix and a visitation will be held Friday, September 19th from 5-8pm at Hansen Desert Hills Mortuary, 6500 E. Bell Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85254. Published in the Arizona Republic from 9/18/2003 - 9/19/2003. http://www.legacy.com/azcentral/LegacySubPage2.asp?Page=LifeStory&PersonId=1406190

		Charisse Andrews, class of 1987, passed away on October 10, 2003, of breast cancer. Donations in her memory can be made to: The Young Survival Coalition PO Box 72544 Marietta, GA 30007 Services were held in Atlanta, Georgia, on Saturday, October 11th. Karen de la Vina also has information on a Shadow Mountain Commemorative Brick in memory of her.