In writing this blog, we are trying to keep all Kilbourne students and families updated with timely information that helps with navigating the high school years. Unfortunately, the high school years can also be a time when students must deal with grief and loss. As school counselors, we know the weight and magnitude that death can have on anyone who knew and cared about those who have died.
The week after school ended, Mr. Thomas shared the news with the Kilbourne staff and families that Mrs. Chelsey Hundertpfund, a science teacher at WKHS, had died. "Hundy" as she was lovingly known to most students at school, had been out of school for the last year as she fought against cancer, but there are some current WKHS students who had her previously or knew her through her involvement with the Environmental Club and Yoga Club.
Hundy was just 43 years old and she is being missed so much right now by her husband and 2 little kids along with her extended family, friends, colleagues and former students. We know that the death of Hundy is significant to so many of you and that grief, sadness, and loss is real. There is no doubt that she made an impression and worked hard to make sure all students could see and feel her excitement about science and life.
If you want to read Mrs. Hundertpfund's obituary, please check it out here: https://www.newcomercolumbus.com/obituaries/chelsey-hundertpfund
If you are struggling with the grief from Hundy's death, we encourage you to reach out to the trusted adults in your life and remember that those feelings are real and valid because she was someone who made a difference in your life.
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