Ethan was a fantastic student, one of the best and brightest during the 2020 - 2021 school year. Even though he was a remote (online) learner, he still had a presence in our class. 

He was one of the few students who consistently asked how I was doing that day, or told me to 'have a great day' prior to signing off. His kindness was evident in everything he did. 

He will be deeply missed by me and many others in the Green Mountain community. 

- Mr. Drew Robertson (GMHS Social Studies Teacher)

Dear Ethan- I will always remember you as the sweetest, most kind, caring, and protective brother of sweet Savannah. You always took such loving care of her when you would drop her off at my classroom. I’m so sorry your life was cut short. You will be missed and you left an amazing impression in many hearts! My heart aches for your family. RIP sweet boy! Love- Ms. Reynolds

To my beautiful son, 

I hope you know how blessed I feel to have had 16 wonderful years with you! From the moment I first held you in my arms and kissed your sweet little lips my heart ached with love for you. You were a sweet little boy so precious, so full of love! 

I’ve always been so proud of you. The wonderful gentle hearted, smart young man you became, always so kind to everyone, always wanting happiness for everyone you were an angel for all of us. I don’t know if you ever realized how special you are and how much each of us loves you. You were an angel on earth and now you’re our angel in heaven. I will forever cherish and miss all of our special times together, all of our special talks, listening to music together. You were my loving son and my best friend. My heart will always have a huge piece missing but my heart will always always love you and there’s not a day that’ll go by that I won't think of you. I love you Ethan, I love you more than you’ll ever know.

Always loving you! 

Mom

God blessed me with 3 beautiful grandson’s and a beautiful granddaughter. I have been so blessed. Now I have lost one of my grandsons, I am beyond heartbroken. I am at a lost for words, he was a special young man kindhearted loving. To say he will be missed is a understatement.
Ethan, I thank god for you. You will always be in my heart you are my precious angel. I will see you again someday in my afterlife. I Love you so much! 
—Grandma Diane

Ethan was only in my life for too short of a time. I was blessed to hear him call me “mom” and my child “brother”. He was my best adventure buddy and our home was always brighter and more full of love with him in it. I cannot process how to even begin accepting he will not come through that door saying “what’s popping?” ever again. The last three years were the best of my life in no small part because he shared them with me. I will love and miss him from this day until my last. 

I know we only borrow our children from the Lord and raise them in His stead. As a step parent that time is often much shorter than we would like. With Ethan there would never have been enough years to fit in just how much I wanted to show him of the world. I am forever grateful to have known and loved him and take my only comfort in knowing he is at peace in God’s arms. 

Ethan , was my nephew he was a very kind and gentle young man . I have many happy memories of him . He came to stay all night with when he was just four . He and his two big brothers all slept in the same bed . I could tell he was a bit nervous in strange surroundings but he went along with his brothers . I tucked them in and all three boys looked at me with big eyes eager to sleep and get up for another adventurous day . He loved to play video games . He was a very smart young man . I cherish these memories and my heart aches with sadness for the loss of my nephew . We all love you so much you will be in our hearts forever . Be at peace sweet angel boy . 

Gina,

In this painful time I send you strength, comfort,  and peace. If I could take your pain, I gladly would. Please know we love and support you. Let me know if I can help with anything. 

Trinity

I met Ethan last year virtually.  He was kind, respectful, and a great academic student.  He took part in our virtual Study Skills class and won second place in the virtual "Best Christmas Mug" contest.  He will be missed.  My condolences  to his family and friends.

I remember meeting Ethan in the 5th grade, we were like brothers and I have so many memories I could share but my favorites were just talking with him and telling jokes. I wish your family the best.

To the Family of Ethan,
Ethan was my best friend, he was more like a brother to me. I can't imagine the pain you must be going through at the moment, we shared some good times through the years we've known each other, he lives on in our hearts, souls, and memories. Just know I am here for support.

Kaleb H. Montague

Dear Ethan's family,
I did not know Ethan but his passing and your pain have not escaped me.  My son currently attends GHS and I have seen the struggles he and his peers have faced over the past couple of years. Just know that I am sorry and I am sending peace and love! 
 
Susan Hines

Dear family of Ethan,

I cannot image the heartbreak you must feel.  Wishing you hope and peace during this difficult time.
 - Shelley

To Ethan's family:
I am so sorry for to hear of your loss.

Unfortunately, I can't share a memory of your cherished son.  

I have daughters that have or are attending GHS and can't imagine the pain and feelings you are going through.   

One thing I do know.  There are many parents of Golden students that are thinking of Ethan, you and your family and sending prayers your way.
David




OBITUARY

Ethan Warren VanDyke

August 17, 2005 – September 28, 2021

Olinger Funeral, Cremation & Cemetery - Crown Hill

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