Tragedy in Grand Haven: A Family Lost | Tucson News

A Michigan family’s lives were shattered in a horrific tragedy when father Kristopher Karolkiewicz fatally shot his wife Amanda and their six children before taking his own life — all discovered after a fire he allegedly set inside their Grand Haven home. Autopsies confirmed all eight died from gunshot wounds. Amanda, a beloved substitute teacher, was remembered for her kindness and devotion, while Kristopher had recently left his remote job with the American Heart Association. The couple, married since 2009 and parents of seven, shared their love and joy on social media and Amanda’s blog. Their loss is even more painful given past grief, including Amanda’s stepbrother’s overdose death in 2020. Friends have launched a GoFundMe to support the family and create a scholarship in honor of the children. Authorities call it an “unspeakable tragedy” they may never fully understand. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1d0ff24e11ff86b3