"We are thinking of you and your family and sending our deepest sympathy for the loss of your precious son, Andrew. May God continue to give you the help and support needed (Ps.34:18) as you try to cope with such a great loss. Your son touched the lives of others and will be sadly missed."
In loving memory of
Andrew Munk
Andrew McPherson Munk, 17, passed away on December 2, 2015 at his home in Phoenix, AZ. He was born on February 12, 1998 in Bethlehem, PA to Jason and Erin (Batman) Munk.
Andrew grew up in Bethlehem and Easton, PA until he moved to Phoenix last year. He attended Easton Area High School in Easton, PA and Pinnacle High School in Phoenix, AZ. Andrew was known for his crazy antics and sense of humor. From birth it was go, go, go: climbing, crashing, breaking, building, bumping, jumping, cooking, creating. Throughout his youth Andrew enjoyed the team sports of football, basketball, and wrestling. He was an avid learner who particularly enjoyed the sciences. He loved math, chemistry, and physics and planned to become a surgeon. In high school he participated in PTSO and Scholastic Scrimmage, won 2nd place in the Science and Engineering Research Fair at Lehigh University, attended National Youth Leadership Forum for Medicine at Johns Hopkins University, co-created the Electronic Dance Music club, acted as secretary on the Debate Team, and served in his church. Andrew's favorite pastimes were creating music on the computer, playing basketball in the house with his brother and sister, and wrestling with their Springer Spaniel named "Dreamer".
Andrew is survived by his parents Jason and Erin and two siblings Cameron and Lauren; great-grandmother Lorna (Snarr) Miles; grandparents Brent and Tonya (Brune) Batman, Easton, PA and Randell and Ginger (Miles) Munk, Orem, UT; loving aunts and uncles; cousins Ellie, Matthew, Kaili, William, Alexander, Christian, Charles, Anna, Chloe, Grace, Brent, Genevieve, Harley, Hunter, Hayden, Ellie, and Sabine.
A visitation will be held at Hansen Desert Hills Mortuary on 6500 E. Bell Rd., Scottsdale, AZ on Friday, December 11 from 6-8 pm. A funeral service will be held at the same location on Saturday, December 12 at 1 pm.
In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial donations be made to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention at www.afsp.org.
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"What an incredibly beautiful service for Andrew. How blessed we feel to have known Andrew and to have been a part of his life. We all send our love to our dear friends Jason, Erin, Cam and Lauren. Our hearts are with you. Rob, Deb and Mike"
"We were shocked to learn of your beloved son\'s passing. Our heartfelt sympathies to you and your family. Pearl and Mark Kramer"
"We are so sorry for your loss, and we pray for your strength to see you through this challenging time. Our thoughts are with you."
"I am so sorry for your loss. Andrew was in a bunch of my classes at EAHS. I have many fond memories of debating topics and joking around with him during science classes in particular. I, and everyone else at EAHS who had the pleasure to have met him, will remember he fondly forever."
"Our condolences to your family on the loss of your son. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Wit Love Sharon and Louis Niko"
"We are very sorry for your loss. We will be praying for you as well as your family that GOD will comfort you and bring peace to you in this time of sorrow. Brian, Sherry, Joseph, and Jeremiah Hooker"
"Jason, Uncle Sheldon called and told me the sad news. There are no words to express how sorry I am to hear about Andrews passing. Our thoughts are with you and your family. Matt, Luke, and Nancey."
"On behalf of the Scholastic Scrimmage Team at Easton Area High School, I want to send our condolences to Andrew\'s family. Andrew was an active member of our academic team in 9th & 10th grades, and I have fond memories of him \"buzzing in\" with the correct answer and wowing everyone in the process. He was so articulate, smart, and fun to be around. Godspeed Andrew until we met again. Coach Smith and the 2015-2016 EAHS Scholastic Scrimmage Team"
"Such a tragic loss and the world is less wonderful without you Andrew. Heavenly Fathers Kingdom will surely be brighter with your presence and we will see you on the other side of the veil my friend. Our prayers and love will continue for you and your amazing family. We miss you."
"So sorry for your loss. God bless you all during this difficult time."
"Such a lovely tribute to your beautiful son. Our hearts are aching for the lose of your boy and we pray for peace and comfort to all who love him."
"I still remember apple picking and trick or treating with you guys. It was a blessing and honor to meet your family getting to know each other at all of the sports sidelines. We had many fun times together. My heart is filled with sorrow. Please know we are here for you and your family - although miles separate us you are in our hearts and minds! We love you!"
"What a beautiful young man. I am so very sorry for your loss. May God hold you gently in His arms."
"My heart breaks for your loss. I, and others in the PHS community, are praying for your family. May you find support, comfort and love in this sorrowful time. What a wonderful young man; I did not know Andrew but you have honored him beautifully here."
"I so enjoyed our little time together, you will be missed."