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1986
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2015
Kevin Counard Obituary
Kevin Counard, age 29, died suddenly, for reasons unknown, at his home in Bothell, Washington last Sunday, March 15, 2015. Born February 8, 1986, Kevin was a graduate of Bothell High School Class of 2004. He went on to attend Shoreline Community College graduating from their Toyota/T-Ten Program in 2006. Kevin worked as an ASE Certified Auto Technician for Toyota of Kirkland for a number of years before deciding to forego his career and go to work as a produce handler at the Yakima Fruit Market. An avid outdoorsman, this allowed him more free time to enjoy life and his love of fishing, hiking, camping, and rock climbing. Of course, his dog, Sequoia, was always by his side. He loved to cook and had recently constructed a smoker, having friends over to enjoy many meals. Kevin could do most anything he put his mind to. As a musician he played clarinet, saxophone, keyboard, taught himself to play the banjo and even hand carved his own Djembe drum from a log.
Kevin lived life to its fullest. He was known for his warm heart, sense of humor, infectious laugh and a smile that made his eyes twinkle. He was loved by all that knew him and lives on in the memories we all share.
Kevin is survived by his parents; Doug Counard and Sandi Polson Counard, brother; Casey Counard, and many Aunts, Uncles, Cousins and Friends. A celebration of his life will be held Saturday, March 28, 2015 from 2-6pm at the Northsore Senior Center in Bothell, Washington. Family members will later scatter his ashes off the Edmonds Ferry in the waters of Puget Sound where loved to fish.
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Bothell High School Alumni Association, Sunshine Committee
April 4, 2015
With what a deep devotedness of woe I wept thy absence o'er and o'er again. Thinking of thee, still thee, till thought grew pain, and memory, like a drop that, night and day, falls cold and ceaseless, wore my heart away! ~ Thomas Moore
Sincere Condolences.
w.daniel & Karen Jamieson
March 26, 2015
Karen and I would like to offer our condolences to Sandy, Doug, Casey, and Kevin's many friends and acquaintances. We share the sadness and grief over the loss of this young man. We wish we had some magical words to dull the pain or to lift the spirit, but in the end, we too are left in tears.
March 26, 2015
The Compound will always have a special place in our hearts for you Kevin! Thank you for gracing our lives with your infectious laughter, concern for our well being and your incredible generosity - you will be missed greatly, but never ever forgotten!
March 25, 2015
Kevin, Thank you for touching our lives with your smile and gentle nature. You made an impression on us and made our lives richer.
Aldrin Galicinao
March 25, 2015
Fly with da Angels!! Bradduh man..
I member you..from Adams tree house!
U lived in dat tent...by da lake!
U were hella funny and new how ta party!
And to the family and friends of Kevin! My condolence goes out to u all..very sorry for the loss...He was a great man!
He will always be in ur hearts...be strong!
Aloha OE!! - Dren galicinao..from MAUI NO KA OE!
March 23, 2015
The Milliken Family would like to extend our deepest condolences to you, the Counard Family. We are so incredibly sorry for your loss. Soar freely and rest peacefully Kevin. Gone, but NEVER forgotten!
March 23, 2015
As your djembe drum mentor , I feel honored to have you in my life Kevin, as you always will be.Your laughter will be heard at my house forever, love you,Rod
Chase Hoblitzell
March 23, 2015
One of kind- absolutely. I will never forget you and live with an extra dose of conviction in your honor. Breaks my heart knowing this world sucks a whole lot more- knowing Kevin is not roaming in it- but your spirit lives on through us. We owe it to your legacy to live as fully as you did. My grief is felt in solidarity with the Counard clan- heavy in my heart every day.
Katie Farlow
March 23, 2015
What an incredible life you lived. You had the amazing ability to light up any room you walked into. You truly will be missed, my friend. Until we meet again.
Sandi Counard
March 22, 2015
Kevy, I don't understand what's happened, why you left us so soon, but I know you lived your life to the fullest. You touched so many with your warmth, kindness and sense of humor. I am proud of you, my son, and comforted to know you had so many really good friends who truly loved you.
We are giving Sequoia a good home and will carry you with us, forever in our hearts. Love you, my little "hug-a-monkey", Always and forever, Mom
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