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Nov. 5, 2021
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints located at 6250 S 2200 W. Taylorsville, UT 84129
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Nov. 6, 2021
11:00 AM
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints located at 6250 S 2200 W. Taylorsville, UT 84129
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Karl Jacob Finch was born on October 23, 2008 at Intermountain Medical Center to parents, Jacob D. Finch and Melissa M. King Finch. He was a beautiful baby with the longest toes and most slender fingers we had ever seen. We knew he was destined to be a piano player from the start.
Karl is a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He was baptized and confirmed at the age of 8 years on 5 Nov. 2016. He continued in his faith by attending weekly church meetings and youth activities. On 5 Jan. 2020, he was ordained to the office of a Deacon and later was called to serve as the Deacon Quorum President. He fulfilled this calling diligently week after week.
Karl is a person that wants to know everything. There is nothing that isn’t worth investigating. He learned how to cook after watching Alton Brown on the Food Network. His best recipes include: the General’s Fried Chicken, Tomorrow French fries, and Weeknight Spaghetti (this one includes anchovies, which Karl had no problem tossing in his mouth to test for quality!) He began a Family and Consumer Science class this fall where he was learning how to sew. He knows how to play chess…and win. He loves to read. He usually has at least 3 books going at the same time. He was starting his 3rd year in piano lessons. His skill with mastering piano technique is amazing. His favorite pieces include: Cantina Band(Star Wars), This is Halloween(The Nightmare Before Christmas), and Gravity Falls. He was awarded a Superior rating for his piano solo in the National Federation of Music Clubs in 2021.
Growing up, Karl tried various ways to keep his body healthy through physical activity. He has participated in martial arts, Jr. Jazz basketball, skateboarding, long boarding, bicycling, ice skating, swimming, and his favorite…baseball. Karl started t-ball in the Taylorsville Youth Baseball league and continued each year after and progressed to being on the Cardinals Majors team. This had some conflict in the family as we are all avid Cubs fans. If you are a fan of the game, you know that the Cardinals and Cubs are bitter rivals. Karl didn’t mind though because he just loves to play. Karl is talented enough to play wherever his coach needs him to play. He worked on being a skilled catcher and that quickly became his favorite position. He earned the nickname “Captain Clutch” from his coach because Karl has nerves of steel and could always get the team through a rough patch in a game. His patience at the plate earned him a sweet on base percentage that always encouraged the team. Karl is a great leader and is always trying to find ways to build up confidence in his teammates and lead by his example. He is a confident player, yet never boastful.
Learning in school comes naturally to Karl. He grasps concepts readily and easily. He studied Mandarin Chinese through a dual immersion program at Calvin Smith Elementary and continued in a Chinese class and Chinese Culture Club at Bennion Junior High School. On occasion he and his brother would have private conversations in Mandarin that would cause slight confusion to their parents. It was awesome! His love of learning earned him good grades on many advanced levels. Upon graduating elementary school, Karl was presented a certificate and pin for Outstanding Academic Achievement through the President’s Education Awards Program. He loves all his teachers and was sad to move to new classrooms until he found out that he loved those teachers, too.
On his downtime, Karl loves to watch Mark Rober, Mr. Beast, Dr. Who, and videos about Disneyland. He likes to create things and has the mind of an engineer—always wanting to know how things work. He has been working on a novel that he had hopes to publish one day. He also enjoys spending time at the Bitner Ranch. Whether it was climbing a ladder to the hayloft to swing on a rope, climbing the stairs to the scary attic, or hiking around the property—Karl always found something to do there. It is a favorite birthday spot for him. Each fall, he also hunts for mule deer with his dad and cousins.
Karl is the oldest of four children. He is the stereotypical big brother. He helps his brother and sisters daily with a quick and willing attitude. He set a great path for them to follow in his footsteps.
Karl left this mortal existence on Nov 1, 2021 after a severe head trauma he received after an auto-pedestrian accident. He is greatly missed and will be forever remembered in the community.
Karl is survived by his parents: Jacob D and Melissa M Finch (King) and his siblings: Jackson Finch, Felicity Finch, and Lillian Finch
Karl is preceded in death by his great grandparents: Juanita Carter (Conner), Art Carter, Karl M. Conner, Vurrell Finch, and Michael Andrews.
A viewing will be held Friday, November 5, 2021 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the chapel of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints located at 6250 S 2200 W. Taylorsville, UT 84129. Funeral services will be held Saturday, Nov. 6, 2021 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the chapel of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints located at 6250 S 2200 W. Taylorsville, UT 84129. Family and friends may call upon the family one hour prior to the service. Interment will follow at Wasatch Lawn Memorial Park 3401 S. Highland Dr. Millcreek, UT 84106
Guestbook/Condolences
My deepest condolences. You raised a fine young man.
Jacob, Melissa and family,
we are so terribly heartbroken for the heartbreak your going through for the loss of your precious Karl. it's so hard to know what to say when something as tragic as this happens, so will just say it in a poem if you don't mind <3
when tomorrow starts without me, please try to understand that an angel came and called my name, and took me by the hand, The angel said my place was ready in Heaven far above, and that I'd have to leave behind all those I dearly love. but when I walked through Heaven's gates I felt so at home for God looked down, smiled at me and told me "Welcome Home"
So when tomorrow starts without me don't think we're far apart, for every time you think of me I'm right there in your heart.
All our love and prayers to you guys. so very sorry.
We are so saddened at the loss of this amazing young boy. We are friends of Dean & Sheri Bigelow and were able to make a small donation. WE cannot believe that someone so gifted and who could make such amazing contributions in this world, had to leave early. We know Heavenly Father must have BIG PLANS for this special one. We are praying that angels will surround you and your children.. We can't begin to imagine how much he will be missed. We pray for your comfort and hope you will be sustained in your grief. We too have offered many prayers in your behalf and our family has met to together to discuss his life and how important it is to live a good life and leave a legacy such as his. May God be with you NOW and forever. Love, Carl and Sue Chappell. Saratoga Springs.
I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful and talented boy. His story has touched my heart. Thinking of your family during this difficult time.
Hey! I wanted to send in a quick message to your family. I didn’t know Karl very well, but I know my brother did. I send my deepest condolences to you guys on behalf of me and Spencer. I know it must be so so hard, but I hope you know that you have so many people who love and support you. The Wall Family included! And you have your Heavenly Father, who knows exactly how your feeling and loves you and Karl more than anything. Again, I’m so sorry for your loss and I hope you know how much the whole community loved and supports you!
I’m so sorry to hear about your loss. Such a terrible tragedy. We’re praying for you.
Your sons story is so touching. He has blessed the lives of many here and he will continue to go on and be the master of many great things and bless more lives on the other side of the veil. This I believe and very much know to be true.
Karl was such a great kid and we will all miss him. We know how much you are grieving but just know you are not alone.
I am so sorry that this tragedy had to befall your family. My heart goes out to you. My prayers are constant for you. Karl will never be forgotten ❤️
I am so sorry for this tragic accident! This breaks my heart as a mother of four myself . He sounded like an amazing kid with so many accomplishments and talents . You and your family will be in our prayers . Thank goodness for eternal families and that we know he is not far away. So sorry again and may peace be with you at this time .
Love the Adams Family
Karl was an amazing person, we will miss him dearly.
I am so saddened and heartbroken at the loss of Karl. It was a privilege to be his 3rd grade teacher and he left lasting memories on my heart. It was awesome to watch him increase his love of reading. I also loved seeing him and his brother at the baseball fields. They always said hello and weren't embarrassed to see their teacher. I am so sorry that we lost him so soon. May your family feel the love and peace that comes through our Savior, Jesus Christ.
I’m so sorry for your loss. I send prayers and I promise it will get better. He is with Heavenly Father in heaven hitting home runs
To the Finch family,
We are so terribly heartbroken that Karl went home early. We only had moments of getting to know Karl through Jackson. Karl is a wonderful person and will be greatly missed. We love you and hope that if ever you need anything, we are there for you.
With much love,
Isaac, Sarah, Randy and Sophie McElhaney
We send our continuing love and prayers for your wonderful family, and are so sorry for this loss. I think Karl might have accomplished more in 13 years than I did by the time I was 20. Such an amazing kid! He will be missed and loved, always. We are eager to help in anyway we can, ask freely. We are just giving the family space to process this loss until then. We love you all.
Rob Wagner and family,
I'm saddened by the news of what s happened to your family, I know Karl thought Church he seemed to be a wonderful young man and a great friend, brother and son,it's hard to see young people who are taken to early, I think sometimes God feels like they have enough of this world and needs them on the other side, it's nice to know the eternal plan and he's part of your family for ever may God bless you and your loved one till you get see him with you move on
Karl Finch... What a fine young man... So good and kind to all those around him... This is a clear testament of the type of parents and family he has.
We love you Finch Family and will be here for you during this difficult time and going forward.
Brian and I were saddened to hear about the passing of Karl. What a fine young man he is! We have said many prayers for you and your family. Even tough we live farther away, we hope you feel our love and our prayers.
Our grandson James is friends with Spencer so we feel we know Karl as well.
May you feel Karl close by always; and an abundance of blessings pouring down upon you from heaven. Your reunion with Karl will be glorious! May you feel an abundance of love in many many ways.
Sending love - Cheryl and Brian
My daughter Caitlin has been in Chinese with him since 1st grade. I’ve worked at the elementary and in his class every year. I’ve watched them all grow into wonderful teens. He will be missed and never forgotten.
Jacob,
I can not begin to express in words, the sorrow and sympathy I feel for you and your family. The depth and breath of this tragedy seems boundless. I only hope your knowledge and testimony of the true gospel brings a measure of comfort in the days to come.
May God bless and hold your family close!
Todd
I am so saddened about lost of Karl!I can't control myself to tears when I heard about this sad news. And I still remember him coming to my class with his lovely smile even we only had seen each other for three months everyday! He was such a amazing kid to achieve his proficiency in Chinese day by day.
Karl will be never forgotten! My deepest condolences to his family!
J.D. Armella,and I send our love to you and your family as you go through this time of great sadness. May you have any peacefulness that Heavenly Father can give.
Dear Finch family,
I send my deepest sympathies to your family. I had the privilege of knowing Karl here at Calvin Smith these past 6 years. I can’t imagine the loss you must feel at this time and pray for our Heavenly Father and Savior’s love and care to surround you at this time! Karl was such a wonderful boy! I am out of town this weekend or I would have attended the funeral. God bless you all!
Love,
Teresa Hughes
Secretary at Calvin Smith
No words can convey the comfort you need. I am so sorry that you have to suffer this loss. I will keep you in my prayers.
I am so sorry for your loss. You are a special family, that is always kind and loving to others. Your family will continue to be in my prayers. Love Margie Richardson
Dear Finch Family,
Our prayers go out to your family. We are so sorry for your great loss. I am a friend of Cary and Keven Wall from Frisco 10th ward. There are no words that can express how heavy our hearts are for all of you. Karl sounds like an incredible and sweet young man and may Heavenly Father help heal your hearts.
You are such an amazing family. Words
can not even describe how you are feeling right now. Karl is such an amazing brother, son, friend. It is an honor to have got to know him and his sweet sweet personality! We love you Finch family! May our loving Heavenly Father wrap his loving arms around all of you and carry you through this dark time.
When we informed about the accident my heart ached for you and the family. I asked the Lord to give comfort. I prayed that you would have the strength to endure the pain to for the loss .
If you need someone shoulder to cry on or a sounding hear I am just across the street..
I was heartbroken to hear of the passing of Karl. Reading about his life has brought me to tears. He sounds like an amazing son. I hope you all feel the love of our Savior.
Brandon Wagner
Sorry for your loss
Dear Finch Family,
Karl was an amazing boy and he shouldn't have suffered what he did. I didnt know him as well as some people for sure. However, I knew him pretty darn well. Enough to know that he would make a mark on the world. God has a plan for us all. This was his journey.