[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 192 (Tuesday, November 2, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1183-E1184]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                    REMEMBERING CHARLIE ARTHUR ZINK

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                         HON. HALEY M. STEVENS

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, November 2, 2021

  Ms. STEVENS. Madam Speaker, I rise today in memory of Charlie Arthur 
Zink, who passed away on June 20, 2021.
  On March 3, 2006, Charlie was born in Boston, Massachusetts, to Eric 
and Alyssa Zink. Charlie was a vibrant young child with so many 
passions in life. Playing the video game Planet Coaster, he pursued his 
dream of becoming a world-renowned roller-coaster designer. As part of 
his summer RV travel plans, he planned to visit Cedar Point and other 
amusement parks along the way to ride the steepest, fastest and 
craziest coasters in the world.
  Charlie was a rising 10th grader at Bedford High School. Inspired by 
many Bedford educators, Charlie was looking forward to his new classes 
in the fall. He was proud to work at his family's restaurant, the 
Puritan Backroom, and he represented the fifth generation to bus tables 
and work in the kitchen.
  Charlie was a great athlete but loved basketball more than anything. 
He loved to play pickup with his siblings in the backyard under the 
lights, and he played as part of many teams over his short career.
  Charlie is survived by his parents, three siblings, and two pets whom 
he loved dearly: 13-year-old Annie, 11-year-old Eva, 8-year-old Oliver, 
Wilson the dog, and Hazel the cat. Charlie's uncle, Mr. Chris Pappas, 
represents New Hampshire's first district and loved his first nephew 
with all his heart. Alongside Mr. Pappas and his family, we join them 
in honoring the wonderful and inspiring life of Charles Zink.
  Charlie will also be remembered for being a fiercely loyal companion, 
a son, sibling, and friend. We will never forget his curiosity and love 
for adventure, memories that will continue to inspire everyone who knew 
him.

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