Birth date: Feb 21, 1955 Death date: Feb 1, 2014
Andy, you always had that great smile, soft voice and caring hugs. I miss you each and everyday wear those Angels wings proud. Thank you for all the lessons and your kindness.
Andy, thank you for showing me that people change and recovery works -- one day at a time, one situation at a time. Thank you for pointing out the good in so many of us and remaining silent about our faults. Mostly, I thank you for your gentle, calming spirit that always made me feel safe. I'm so glad you were able to join us for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day dinners and giving us a chance to spend time with you. You have left me wanting to leave the world a better place with more kind words and silent service and less of my constant complaining about how things aren't the way I think they should be. Thanks for being you and sharing you. My love to your family. I know how they feel, because I lost my Dad, a really good man in my life almost 24 years ago. It does get better. Until we meet again... Godspeed!
Andy - you came into my life at the exact time I needed you. If you hadn't arrived when you did, I don't know where I'd be. Your ability to shoot strait....with love....was exactly what I needed (because I'm hard headed just like you are :)
Today I celebrate 6 years clean, and I get my medallion on Friday. Boy, how I wish you were here to give it to me. I'm sure you'd have something to say about me in front of everyone that would embarrass the hell out of me, while making me feel amazing and accomplished at the same time.
I'll miss working steps with you.
I'll miss your random text messages reminding me to keep my feet on the ground, no matter how much "success" I have in life and biz.
I'll miss seeing you crack a joke and howl a deep laugh from the depth of your belly.
I'll miss the way you bragged about your daughter to me.
And I'll miss how you always had the right words to say to either make me feel better, or angry enough to do something about my situation that I became willing to do the work to feel better.
Love ya sponsor. The world is a better place because you were here.
Ah sweet friend ... You've been on my mind in my heart since Sat... Truly a power of example of how to change...I too hope to see you again someday! We will carry your message here ...
Andy brought light and hope to my life when I needed it most. He was willing to be vulnerable and share some of his story with me, and it helped me to persevere and find hope. He was a gentle spirit who gave the best hugs. He always went out of his way to make my daughter, Bailee feel special and welcome. He was a good man who lived his life to serve and love others. I still can't believe I won't see his smiling face again except in the memories I hold dear in my heart. I love you, Andy. Thank you for believing in me.
Andy - you have touched so, so, so many people during your lifetime, it doesn't seem right that you won't be here to continue that. Your smile, your kindness and your calm sense of well-being WILL live on in many lives as we remember how you have touched us. Thank you for reaching out to my son, Alex and showing him some of your light.
I'll always love you and be forever grateful that I met you so many years ago.
Jeannie
