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Collin Kartchner was a passionate activist hailing from Utah, who died at 40 years old in October 2020. His tragic demise left his wife, Elizabeth Kartchner; his children; extended family; and friends in a state of void that seems to have no end. The cause of his death was not fully disclosed; however, Elizabeth shared that he died of unclear natural causes.
Collin was known to many as tireless in advocating for the protection of children from the harmful effects of social media and online toxicity. His work as an advocate touched innumerable lives as he worked to raise awareness about the challenges that young people face in this digital age. Beyond his impactful activism, Collin was a devoted family man who embraced life with humor, love, and unwavering support for his loved ones.
His relationship with Elizabeth was a beautiful example of partnership and mutual support. He championed her in all her endeavors and brought a loving environment to their family. Their marriage was a testament to the deep bond and value commitment that they shared, being filled with warmth, encouragement, and laughter.
Elizabeth Kartchner keeps the memory of Collin alive as she lives her life without him. And it’s a reminder that through love and resilience, a difference can be made in this world. This is a tribute to Collin for his commitment to family and mission in life: to leave the world a better place than he found it for future generations.
Lizzy Kartchner’s Family
Born Elizabeth Charlotte Brown on May 4, 1981, she is a native of Provo, Utah. She grew up in a large family with her parents, Cindy and Kevin Brown, and her siblings including a brother, Kevin Jr., and a sister, Ashley.
Kevin Brown Sr. passed away several years ago, leaving behind his wife and children. Lizzy, as she now goes by, often shares tributes to her father on social media.
Lizzy Kartchner’s Career
Lizzy Kartchner has established herself as one of the creative forces in DIY and crafting. A graduate of Timpview High School, Lizzy attended Utah Valley State College, where the fire of art and creativity really started to grow inside her. As time passed, she developed an online following of many by sharing innovative projects and handiwork on her blog and social media platforms.
Her old Facebook page stated that, while working at American Crafts, it showed a lot of her talents and commitment to the craft. She has inspired so many with her work in their own personal creativity, and her appealing style has captured the hearts of the crafting community.
Beyond her professional achievements, in a personal sense, Lizzy’s journey is one of self-improvement and learning. According to the sister of Collin Kartchner, he was one of Lizzy’s biggest supporters in pressing her to pursue her dreams and go back to school. That encouragement weighed much in Lizzy’s decision to head back to school for a master’s degree while balancing the role of being a mother to their four children.
Lizzy Kartchner proves that determination and a little bit of creativity are necessary for an up-and-down journey into life and her profession. She surely proves to be that inspirational element for others while building up herself-not just in professional aspects but personally as well.
Lizzy and Collin Kartchner’s Relationship
Collin Kartchner and Elizabeth Brown are high school sweethearts. They met in 1995 in their sophomore year of high school. Their first date was to their 1996 homecoming dance.
Colin and Lizzy married in August 2002. They are parents to four children, Avery, Quincey, Lola, and Myles.
Collin Kartchner passed away in October 2020, Lizzy and the family shared online. In an Instagram post, Lizzy stated that he passed away suddenly of natural causes “that we are unclear of yet.”
The activist leaves behind his wife and children along with the rest of his family and friends. His sister, Emily Frame, set up a GoFundMe page to raise money for his family’s care, as he reportedly did not have life insurance. As of this writing, the page has raised $170,000 towards the $200,000 goal.
