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Scottsdale, Arizona

Andrew Kunka Obituary

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.

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Published by The Arizona Republic from Jun. 22 to Jun. 23, 2003.

Memories and Condolences
for Andrew Kunka

Sponsored by Peter and Luba Kunka.

34 Entries

Lorri soal

July 8, 2019

I loved you dearly in 1987...we were inseparable but our friendship went separate ways. I'm so happy you met the love of your life and had 2 beautiful boys to carry your name and legacy !! You were a kind gentle giant..."hermie"...rip sweet friend

May 18, 2015

it has been many years.i still think of you and your family,i knew you would be a good dad and husband, may God bless your soul. you are missed,may God bless your family.

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Judy Greer

February 9, 2015

To Pete Jr. I came across Andy's name tonight. I will never forget him. I remember when you, he, and Alice brought the organ back to us. We will always care about you, Pete. Love, Judy

10 Bucket Night

June 2, 2006

Camping Buddies

June 2, 2006

Peter and Luba Kunka

June 2, 2006

Our Beloved Son, +Andrew Kunka

February 8th, 1969 – June 20th, 2003

Andy, dear Andy…

We miss you so much.

The sound of your laughter…

The warmth of your touch.

They said it’be easier…

As each day turns to night.

They said it won’t hurt as much…

That we’d be alright.

Three years have passed…

Since that frightful night.

Three years have passed…

But it’s still not right.

It all repeats, in my mind…

Over and over again.

Every word, every thought…

They repeat.. again, and again.

It’s as if I could wish…

That the outcome would change.

But the beginning’s the same…

And so is the end.

It all repeats, in my mind…

Over and over again.

Every word, every thought…

They repeat.. again, and again.

We love you, dear Andy…

Nothing has changed.

Everything’s different…

But nothing has changed.

Rest in Peace, dear Andy…

You’re in God’s place.

And all in good time…

We’ll again see your face.

We’ll laugh...

We’ll cry…

We’ll be together again…

Then, it won’t hurt…

Only then, we’ll be alright.

…with Love, from Mom and Dad…

…on behalf of the Kunka, Powell and Swingle Families…

Peter Kunka

June 9, 2005

Andy Kunka Feb 8, 1969 / June 20, 2003

Why couldn’t it be Me?
Why couldn’t God see?
Why did God call Your Name?
Why couldn’t it be Me?

You were Young and Strong..
You had Two Boys to Raise.
For all I care, my Work is Done..
I’ve done my job, I’ve had my Days.

No one ever said it would be Fair,
No one ever said it would make Sense.
I don’t know what God had in Mind,
But His Will is Done, and we’re left to Carry On.

We’ll Cherish your Name, and Memory,
We’ll watch over your Sons, you’ll see.
We’ll be together gain, there is no Doubt!
By why, Dear God, couldn’t it have been Me?

Peter and Luba Kunka

June 9, 2005

Andy Kunka Feb 8, 1969 / June 20, 2003

We Miss you, Andy,

We miss your Laugh,

We miss your Smile,

We miss you, all the While.

We Miss you, Andy,

We miss your Face,

We miss your Touch,

We miss the way you used to Say..

We miss you, every Day.

We miss you, Andy,

Even though you’re Here,

In our Hearts and in our Mind,

We miss you Andy, all the Time.

God Bless you, Andy..

God Bless your Sons..

God Bless our Family, every one..

Peter and Luba Kunka

June 9, 2005

Andy Kunka Feb 8, 1969 / June 20, 2003

A Second Year has Passed,

Since we’ve seen you Last.

Every Thing in our Lives has Changed,

And yet, in a way, everything’s the Same.

We think of You each and every Day,

And we try to find the Words to Say.

Our Hearts are Broken, They won’t Mend,

There are no Words to Comfort, nor Comprehend.

Time passes, slowly – quickly, it’s all the Same,

If I could hear your Voice when I cry your Name..

We’re numb, we still can’t Understand,

Why the Lord would take your Hand.

Your Sons are growing, Big and Strong,

Nick loves school, and Zach won’t take long.

Our little Family, it’s not the Same,

But before too long, We’ll be Together Again.

God Bless You, and Keep You,

Rest in Peace.

We Love You, forever..

The Kunka Family

Peter Kunka

June 5, 2005

Andy Kunka Feb 8, 1969 / June 20, 2003

Little did we know, that morning,

that God would call your name.

In life, we loved you dearly,

in death, we do the same.

It broke our hearts to lose you,

but you did not go alone.

A part of us went with you,

the day God called you home.

You left us many memories,

your love is still our guide.

And though we cannot see you,

We know you’re always by our side.

Our family chain is broken,

and nothing seems the same.

But as God calls us, one by one,

the chain will link again.

::The Kunka Family::

Peter Kunka

June 17, 2004

Our Beloved Son, +Andrew Kunka

February 8th, 1969 – June 20th, 2003

A year has passed.. so slowly..

Our Hearts are broken still..

We Miss you more than Words can say..

Tears well up, and flow, at will.

One more Hug..

One more Laugh..

One more Chance to see you Smile..

One more Story..

One more Visit..

These will have to wait, a While.

Please watch over Us.. and Guide Us..

Grant Us Patience.. Strength, and Time..

So we can See young Nicholas and Zachary

Grow up to be true Gentle Men, like Thee.

Who knows what Plans lay ahead for Us?

Who knew the Tragedy you Faced?

So, until that Day.. When we Meet again, Dear Andy..

We Pray God keep you.. May you Rest in Peace, my Son..

And we’ll Cherish your Memory, forever, with all our Love.

..Mom and Dad..

Luba and Peter Kunka

Chris Casillas

September 4, 2003

To the Kunka Family,

From High School to present day, I will always remember Andy as the kind soul who always tried to keep the peace between the rest of us. I called him a friend and consider myself a better individual for having known him. I will always smile when I think of Andy, his wonderful family and the special times we shared coming of age.

Chris

SMHS 1986

Mary Bartosiewicz

August 7, 2003

Dear Luba, Pete and Family -

For Andy:

I thought about you yesterday and prayed for you then too.

I thought about you today once more and prayed for you then too.

I'll think about you when tomorrow comes and pray for you then too.

I hope that if you get a chance, you'll pray for us then too.

With Love,

Phyllis Weitzner

July 9, 2003

Pete,

I was saddened to hear about your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family.

Priscilla Ellis

July 2, 2003

To the Kunka Family,

I want you to know my thoughts and prayers are with you. I worked with Andy at Arrow and we would talk about our children and laugh alot. He will be truly missed. God bless you!

Priscilla Ellis
George Krucko

Dale Srnka

June 30, 2003

To the Kunka Family: I am very sorry for your loss. I also knew Andy from High School. Andy was a great person and always had a great sense of humor. He will be sorely missed.

Karen & David Passmore

June 28, 2003

Laura,
It is difficult for me to imagine what you must be experiencing right now. Please know that you are in our hearts, thoughts, & prayers. Please give your children a kiss from Daviren.

Rob McCormick

June 25, 2003

Pete Jr. & Alice,

Our prayers are with you and your family at this time. We know you were close with your brother, if there is anything we can do please feel free to call us.

Rob & Jackie McCormick

(Phoenix Police Department #4727)

Michael SantaMaria

June 25, 2003

Pete,

I am deeply sadden to hear of your loss. Please accept my deepest condolences. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

glenn grubbs and family

June 25, 2003

We extend our heartfelt condolences and prayers for you and your family to find comfort and peace among family and friends.

Julie Zieler

June 25, 2003

Andy was a close friend to both of my brothers, Jim and Jerry. During high school, the three of them were always together along with the rest of their group - Matt, Skene, Mookie, Brandon and Scott are the ones I remember. All of them were often at my house where I could watch them at the distance that younger sisters were allowed to be. Even back then, anyone could see the fierce loyalty and love they all had for each other. It was funny though how they showed it by punching each other. Really.

Andy isn't just remembered now, he's been remembered over the years since high school. I have my own memories of him along with some incredibly funny stories that I've heard from my brothers. The memories are great but there just aren't enough of them now.

I can only imagine how much my sense of loss would have to be magnified to equal that felt by the loss of a husband, a father, a son, a brother, a best friend. My deepest condolences go out to those people who were lucky enough to have loved Andy.

Lisa Koch

June 25, 2003

Pete and Luba,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss.

My thoughts and prayers for you and your family.

Lisa Koch

Glenn Shearer

June 24, 2003

Dear Pete and Luba,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We are so sorry to hear about your loss.

Glenn and Genie Shearer

David Scheatzle

June 23, 2003

Pete,

This is very sad news. Our youngest daughter is about the same age as your son's. I can only imagine the grief of parents burying a child.

My thoughts are with you.

Dave Scheatzle

Donald Roppolo

June 23, 2003

Pete, I'm truly sorry to hear about your loss.

Regards,

Don

Shawn Clark

June 23, 2003

A parent should never out live a child. So sorry for your loss.

Joan Figg

June 23, 2003

Dear Luba,

My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family! I didn't know your son, but if he was anything like his mother, he had to have been a great person!

Sincerely,

Joan Figg (Macy's associate) FJ

Timothy Graves

June 23, 2003

Pete, for you and your family, I am so very sorry for your loss. From all of us here at Wolfgang's, our thoughts and prayers to you and yours.

Mo & Jacque Ardebili

June 23, 2003

In deepest sympathy, we send our prayers and love to you and your family during this difficult time.

Mo & Jacque

David & Georgia Stoppenbrink

June 23, 2003

Pete and Luba

David & myself are praying for you both and are hearts and thoughts are with you. May God bless you and watch over you always.

Randall & Joy Fonce

June 23, 2003

Our deepeest sympathies.

God Bless you and your family.

Doug Woodward

June 23, 2003

Our prayers to your family Pete, we are all so sorry to hear of your loss.

chris sosnowski

June 23, 2003

Dear Pete:

I am truly sorry for the loss of your son. My prayers are with you and your family.

Yours truly,

Chris Sosnowski

Ann (Kennedy) Brumback

June 22, 2003

I went to high school with Andy. I remember him as a great fun loving guy who got along with everyone. He always had a kind word to say. I am proud to say that he was my friend. I will cherish that for a lifetime. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Andy's family. He will live on through all of us. God Bless You.

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