I met Aden at school, I moved away after 6th grade. But I knew Aden. I knew him very well, and I considered him a close friend. He was a good listener, and I could always make him laugh. After I moved across the country I didn’t get the chance to ever catch up with him. I only found out about his passing through a mutual friend. And I can only hope that he is okay. And I hope he knows that sometimes when I look at my old friends' Instagrams, I still look at his too. I still catch myself wondering what he’s doing. We use to talk a lot in the hallway that connected the band and choir room, so Aden, if you see this. After this life, I’ll meet you there. 

I hope you know that you are so loved, and beyond missed. 

Thinking of you, always,
Madison

My heart is so heavy...I remember Aden’s beautiful infectious smile, and his creativity. My thoughts are with his family

I worked with Aden at yogi bear he trained me to be as good as him he was the heart of the team kept us going even when we didn’t want to keep going. He left a big impact on many lives helping others as much as he could I miss you Aden as do others. 

I didn't know Aden very long, but from the time I met him I knew he was a special guy. The first time we met, was in our Creative Writing class, and we were paired up with a couple other people, and they took so long that we didn't get to share our stories, so when the class was almost over, he got my contacts and that's when we were able to read each other's stories and were able to make the connection we did. It was an absolute honor to get to know him for as long as I was able to. I am so sorry to the family and hope they know that he will be dearly missed.

i don’t know where to begin. aden was special. he always has and always will hold a special place in my heart, that much i know. he had a smile that could brighten every room and lighten every bad situation. aden and i became close in high school and we would sit in math class everyday junior year and talk and talk instead of ever paying attention to the lessons. aden saved me. he was the little light that kept me going each day. we fell off some more recently, but would message each other to catch up. he genuinely was one of the most kind hearted, truly good people on this earth. sitting here i’m still in denial with it all. i miss him so much. and i just wish i would’ve met up with him when we talked about it and told him that one last time in person instead of over a text. i miss his hugs and his laugh. i miss his kind soul. i just wanna say i love ya kiddo. you were like a brother to me ❤️ and i hope you’re resting easy 


I just spent time with Aden and his best friend over Labor Day weekend at my sons house. He is always so pleasant and friendly.
I remember when he first got his license he drove his Mom to Grandmas house for a holiday gathering. He was so proud. Love you and you will be missed. Especially your happy easy going personality. Love Aunt Mary

All my memorizes are happy thoughts. Aden was so polite and he gave the Best Hugs!! I know that I know Aden loved his papa more then anyone on this Earth. I seen this with my own eyes whenever they were together!! Thank you Aden for coming to stay with us  this Spring and thank you God for giving us 17 years! We love you Aden rest in peace bud.

Adain was honestly one of the sweetest most kind people I have ever meet! I loved when he came over and would just bring so much laughter and joy to me and Brynn. He was always the person to go to, to talk about anything. He was always there to help and with no judgement. He was also the person who would come over before school to ride with us and make sure we where up! U could always count on him for anything! He was an amazing person and I am so glade that I meet him. He changed my life for the better and so many other people too. I know that for a fact. I love u Adain you will be missed by so many.

Aden was my bestfriend in this whole world. I got to meet him in sixth grade when I started out at a new middle school, hardly knowing anybody. We ran cross country together all through middle school and two years together in high school. Aden was one of the most unique individuals that I have ever met in my life and I mean that in the best possible way. I’d give up my world just to have another minute with him.  We have so many memories together that I’m not even sure I can possibly recall every single one. I’d have to say that my favorite memory was recently,  in Adens last months here on earth. Labor Day weekend I got to go with Aden to Yogi bear camp ground. That weekend I spent three days with Aden and his family, one of the best times in my life. Adens family has always treated me as one of their own, even his extended family. We spent most of the weekend goofing off, driving around on the golf cart, and meeting girls at the camp ground. Aden & I strengthened our friendship that weekend even more, and I’ll forever be thankful for that time I got to spend with him and his family. Rest In Peace Aden Funk 💜

       Aden and I met in Mr.Godfrey’s orchestra class at Blackhawk in 2015. I remember him as a young boy, sweet and energetic. He was a good friend to me as we worked together to better our violin skills. I have a memory of him making me a hot chocolate one day because he knew I loved to drink it! I also remember he use to always remind me to sit up straight after I complained to him about my posture. That’s just the kind of boy he was, sweet and caring, and I was sad to leave him when I moved on to high school.
       We didn’t talk much after those days. Occasionally he would message me to catch up and we would talk about music and relationships. We also would see each other at Believe in a Dream (picture below). The last I heard from him was recently, he wanted to meet me and my friend Gabi for coffee. We ended up not going. And now I find myself in the  world of “what if?”
       What if we had gone to meet up with him that day? I can imagine all the things we would have talked about. What was going on with his life then? How was he handling school being shut down? What girl was he interested in? What was going on with his band? What were his goals? How had he changed since I last saw him? I wish I had taken the chance to ask these things.
       When I heard he had died, all I could think about was the little boy I befriended in middle school. That’s how I remember him.  Even though he was now 17, he was still just a little boy. Too little to leave his family and friends. Too little to disappear. But I have hope that we will be able to see him again. Acts 24:15 reads: “ And I have hope toward God, which hope these men also look forward to, that there is going to be a resurrection...” I believe in this with all of my heart. I look forward to seeing him again.
       I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers. 
      Much love,
      Jada G.
        

Aden..   I remember your smiling, loving, caring face whenever you would come over and see Brynn and the girls. I remember you being there always has friend to my daughter and I just think you’re the sweetest kid  that I was always extremely happy to have over.  This is just one of the memories I have of you being there for my daughter after her car accident . Thank you for being a part of our lives and making our world brighter. 

Aden was a person full of love, it pains me that he left us soon, he always had a smile on his face everyday I saw him, was infectious and he always managed to put a smile on my face. It feels like it was just yesterday we were playing together at ISSMA. But I know deep in my heart that he’s in a better place now, and I know we’ll all see him again.

I'M REALLY SADDEN BY THIS WHAT A FINE YOUNG MAN I MET AT THE CAMPGROUND. I'LL ALWAYS REMEMBER THIS LAD AS A LIL BROTHER EVERTIME I WOULD SEE HIM WITH LOGA HE WOULD YELL LOUIE AND WE WOULD HIGH FIVE EACH OTHE. ADEN MAY YOU RIP AND MAY THE PERPETUAL LIGHT SHINE UPON YOU. YOU'LL ALWAYS BE REMEMBERED MY DEAR LIL BROTHER.

Aden was a very special young man. He was always willing to  help others and put his classmates above himself thinking of their well-being. Aden will be missed by all and is leaving behind a legacy that even though our time here can be short we can impact the world in a positive way. We will miss you Aden!

I am so sorry for your loss.  Aden was spoken highly of by many of the staff at Insight.  

Aden was sweet guy with a great  smile.  I finally thought we were  going to have a doctor in our  family.  He is going to be missed by several.   But he is in heaven with his great grandfathers that  will keep him company till the  rest of us can join them. Love to all! 

Aden & i met this summer working at camp, and we instantly bonded. he became someone i was so fond of, and blessed to have in my life.  sometimes we would spend hours, looking at the stars talking about everything. Regardless of the distance, we stayed in contact and kept each other updated. i was so excited to make more memories with him, and i’ll miss him everyday.  he was such a light person, and impacted my life in a way i’ll be indebted for always.  i’m truly grateful i had him in my life even for the short amount it was. 
praying for everyone who was affected, especially his family. 

I remember when we first met. I knew you as Becca's nephew. But then I got to know you! I had the privilege of going on a youth missions trip to Detroit with you and the other youth at church!  That week was so much fun and filled with great memories!! You’ll be missed my friend!! Love ya!!

I love this young man so much. From the time he was born he has always been a very likable guy. He was kind and personable. Always having a smile. I was looking forward to seeing his future accomplishments. 
He will be missed I know by family and friends. 
Rest In Peace young man. 
The family and friends are in my continual prayers. 

OBITUARY

Aden Funk

July 31, 2003 – November 7, 2020

D.O. McComb & Sons Funeral Homes - Maplewood Park

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