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for Andrew Sudkamp
Jane
August 5, 2023
Andy was a cherished childhood friend. He made the difficult times more bearable, and the fun times more memorable. How fortunate I was to have had him in my life. Thank you, Andy, for the blessing of having known you.
Megan Jackson
February 20, 2023
I don't know if any one will see this... But Mr. Sudkamp was my favorite teacher... The dude was funny and always happy . I remember he told me if he ever had a daughter he would name her chrysanthemum... I left EHS in 2007, and was completely crushed when I heard the news of his passing...
I hope your resting good Mr. sudkamp, I bet God is enjoying the flowers with you
Ann E Peddecord
December 24, 2021
Andy made everybody smile he was a true kind man
Criss Bowsher
August 5, 2021
I think about Andy all the time. I still have a tufa pot he made for me in my garden. Andy gave me a pinch of a succulent that was growing on the roof of an outbuilding and I use it all over my yard. It's hard not to think about him while tending to my flowers. I miss him.
Renee Greenleaf
August 5, 2021
Renee Greenleaf
August 5, 2021
Renee Greenleaf
August 5, 2021
We honor Andy every day in the Evergreen Arboretum. His words echo in our hearts.
Tara Tri
August 5, 2020
Funny this popped up in my Email today. I was just thinking about Andy yesterday. I was imagining what a political conversation would have been like with Andy over our current situation unfolding. I can just picture him going off on the crazy state the world is in right now. I miss him.
Tammy Price
September 1, 2015
I was hired the same year as Andy to teach Floriculture alongside his Horticulture! I am a better teacher because of him. We shared excitement for the seasons and despair when beloved trees were removed from our EHS campus! His artful doodles always relaxed the tension for those around him during school meetings!! I'll forever remember your love for the botanical by gazing at the Japanese Maple at my home that was rooted by your Horticulture students over 10 years ago!! You made a difference at Everett High!
Uli Mueller-Hipper
August 27, 2015
Bye Andy,
never did and never will forget you and your grateful curiosity for special places!
Karen and Bill Arnold
August 20, 2015
My husband and I worked with Andy Bob (he was the first of us to get the middle name Bob where we worked, with all of us following suit!) for several years at Forestfarm. He was a wonderful friend. I'm so glad we got to see and visit with him at Forestfarm reunion. He will be so missed, we were all like a close-knit family. He was a very loving, kind man. I'm so glad he had several years with his soul-mate Mary Anne. God bless, Andy..... Love ya man!
RENEE GREENLEAF
August 18, 2015
Andy & MaryAnn's beautiful garden has been on the Gardens of Merit Tour more than once. Here is a link to a video I made of their garden this June. Andy was so thrilled to share his love of the natural world. My heart goes out to the entire family. I hope it brings a smile, because Andy would want us to smile when we think of him.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3_eN55ySKQs
Scott Swengel
August 18, 2015
Andy was one of the smart ones in our Neoga High School class. He and I took a lot of science classes together. What most set Andy apart was his independent thought. He did not do or think something just because [a lot of] others did. He had a great sense of humor, too. A silly story from high school: Mr. Luallen (History, Consumer Education, and Speech teacher) had a student teacher with a jawbreaking European-sounding last name. Someone asked the teacher what kind of name that was-that is, where was his family from? The student teacher asked whether anyone cared to guess? Andy raised his hand first. Latvian, Andy said. And the man said that Andy was right! I wish I'd known Andy after high school. It sounds like he led a very interesting life after leaving our area. Andy, you made us all laugh.
Tom Schabbing
August 18, 2015
Andy was one of my closest friends growing up in Sigel. I will miss the times we spent together. I pray that God will give the family strength in this unexpected loss.
Craig Callies
August 16, 2015
Loved Andy's smile. Loved his enthusiasm. He was always polite and kind. Always a friend and teacher to everyone. A great example to all.
Judy Hendrix
August 16, 2015
Oh Andy, we miss you so much. You had such a zest for life and you will always be my little brother. Thanks for all the great times we had together.
Brett & Julie Williamson
August 15, 2015
Thinking of you Dave & Linda! Please let us know what we can do. Sending ((HUGS))
August 15, 2015
I didn't know Andy but I know his. Brother Dave so my heart breaks for the wlole family. I know he will be greatly missed . My deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Andy.Kay
Paul Schabbing
August 15, 2015
I grew up with Andy in the little town of Sigel, Illinois. We had a lot of fun when we were kids and I always cherrish the times hiking out in some woods or playing late night games with other neighborhood kids. Andy was a unique individual. I will always consider him a friend of mine.
Joyce Crotser
August 13, 2015
I remember Andy well! He was an uncle to one of my grade school friends, Candace Sudkamp, but he was also a son to one of my newspaper customers, Tony and Ruth Sudkamp (his parents). I know he loved biology even back in high school because his father one afternoon showed me all of "Andy's" plants! His father was so proud of Andy's work and it was remarkable even to me because I was in grade school! I also remember him taking Candace and me to visit his friend...he was such a great uncle to her and so nice to me on that trip. Thank you Andy for some great childhood memories of Sigel, Illinois! May you rest in peace!
Mary Ellen Hardy
August 13, 2015
Oh, just such a cool guy! Sometimes, when first meeting someone you just know who they are and that they will be a friend. That was Andy to me last year in my first year at EHS. Great energy and warmth and commitment to our students. One day last spring, he came to a screeching halt at the apex of a hallway where my office and 2 counselor offices meet, papers in hand, scanning all three of us to remind himself of who he was there about and therefore, who he had to see. Down to business, boom ta da boom, and on his way. So purposeful, so focused, and so cute. To his wife, family, and close friends I offer my heartfelt condolences for your terrible loss.
Rowena Whalen
August 13, 2015
Thank you for making High School Science classes interesting. You will always be remembered in nothing but fond memories. When it's time, see you in Valhalla. Hail!
Jules Wampler
August 12, 2015
Mr Sudkamp was an awesome teacher when I was at EHS and I'll miss him a lot.
Allyson Wetzel
August 12, 2015
Mr.Sudkamp was an amazing teacher who always told funny jokes and made people laugh. He told me to follow my dreams and I am. Biology wasn't a great subject, but with Sudkamp as the teacher it was kind of fun. He will be greatly missed.
Amanda Jansen
August 12, 2015
Mr. Sudkamp was such an inspiration to me. He made Biology such an interesting and enjoyable subject. I had him my sophomore year, and I will never forget how incredible and inspiring he was, not just as a teacher, but as a person.
jose perez
August 12, 2015
May Mr. Sudkamp rest in peace. He was by far one of the most enthusiastic teachers that really made me enjoy science. Now 5 yrs after graduating high school makes you realize time does fly. my prayers for all those close to him. Will not be forgotten.
KITTY MEFFORD
August 12, 2015
My thoughts and prayers go out to Andy's family.
Anne LaRue
August 12, 2015
What a wonderful man! You will be missed by so many in the Everett community. Deepest sympathy to the family.
Jane Trosper
August 12, 2015
I grew up with Andy in Sigel,IL. All those late night games of kick the can, and hikes, and bicycle rides on country roads. I feel fortunate to have called him my friend. Best of times. Our heartfelt condolences to his family. Much sadness at this loss. Jane (Schabbing) Trosper
Tonya Collings
August 12, 2015
Great teacher he will be deeply missed, RIP Mr sudkamp we will all miss you at everett high passed and current students who knew you, may you watch over all of us and guide us to a new beginning of life and nature
Sam Bowers
August 11, 2015
I knew Mr. Sudkamp when I was a sophomore. He inspired me to love science, a love that has stayed with me all these years. So much so that he is the reason why I want to be a science teacher. Not only that, he was a great mentor, he often helped me through troubling times and taught biology like no other.
Some days he would see me across campus and scream "BOWERS!" And I'd scream back "SUDKAMP!"
His teachings stayed with me all throughout my Marine Corps career. His loss is deeply mourned. He inspired the students at Everett High in a way that so many teachers tried to do, and only few actually did.
So for one last good bye...
"SUDKAMP!"
chevonne Anthony
August 11, 2015
Sudkamp was a awesome teacher he will be missed vary much rip u rocked
Aaron Larson
August 11, 2015
I travelled through Europe with Andy and learned a lot about his passion for travel, life in Slovenia, and biology. He made the trip extremely enjoyable and instilled in me a thirst for adventure. I was so shocked to see that he had passed, but I know that he loved his life and lived it to the fullest. Andy, thank you so much for sharing your time with me and showing me and know that it was very much appreciated.
Patty Osborn
August 11, 2015
In the past several years I got to know Andy while working at Everett High. He was so passionate about his gardening and would bring in plants and pictures to share. His goofy jokes I will admit were contagious and when trying to repeat them I could never do justice. Andy, I will miss you so. Take care my friend!
Chris Mullen
August 11, 2015
I will always remember your smile and your kind words.
Tara Tri
August 11, 2015
Andy you were a beautiful man. I will sincerely miss you. Peace be with you and to all who had the gift of knowing you.
Amanda Overly
August 11, 2015
I was so very sorry to hear of this. Beautiful write-up. I hope his friends and family find peace.
Mary Potter
August 11, 2015
I will miss Andy's pleasant plant conversations. He was a joyous person who I'll always remember.
conrad Waddelow
August 11, 2015
Mr sudkamp was a great teacher and advisor to me over the years I knew him from having him in horticulture to stopping by and visiting even after I graduated. Thank you for all you taught me rest in peace.
Criss Bowsher
August 11, 2015
Too soon, my friend.
I will miss you terribly.
Robert Blackard
August 11, 2015
I was in his first class at Everett high, during my freshmen year. I learned a lot from him and still use what I have learn.
Victoria Johnson
August 11, 2015
Andy, you were always the voice of reason in a room full of wobbly people. "Down to earth" seems cliche--but that is really what made you tick; your love of the earth as a planet, as well as the people who inhabited it. If you got tickled at something, you just smiled, chuckled and folded your arms. You were more about focusing on the positive energy than the negative energy. I got a kick out of watching you walk around campus with all your great hats! How lucky EHS students were to have you in their lives. You were a JOY. We will miss you so much.
Alisha Alderson
August 11, 2015
I had Mr. Sudkamp in 11th grade. I'm 21 years old now, but I remember his lectures and giddy ramblings like it was yesterday. "Isn't nature wonderful, ladies and gentlemen?' His soul was so pure and he had the most beautiful outlook in life. He will be greatly missed by all the students who's lives he was able to make an impact on. It breaks my heart to hear that such an amazing person has passed on.
Paula Antonevich
August 11, 2015
I had the honor of working with Andy at EHS and even had a tour of the backyard garden. What a gift to know him. Yes, nature is wonderful, as the many students in his classes throughout his career know because of his teaching. God speed.
Sheila Ward
August 11, 2015
I am a parent of a past Everett High student.
With out Andrew my daughter would of never past her Junior year. He went above and beyond being a teacher. He took his time to help her when he didnt have to.
I want you say THANK YOU ANDREW!!
May God comfort your family during this time. May God Bless you all!!
Cassidy Ipsen
August 11, 2015
Thank you for being the first teacher that got me interested in science as a freshman. Without that I wouldn't be on a path to follow in your footsteps! You will be deeply missed <3
Judy
August 11, 2015
I didn't know Andy personally, but am deeply saddened to hear of his passing.. my husband and I were delighted and so inspired upon viewing the backyard masterpiece created by Andy and MaryAnn as part of the Everett Garden Tour. We talked to Andy for quite some time, and he was so helpful and kind with our questions. Thank you Andy for the inspiration you provided us; we're in the middle of a very large landscaping project, and your kindness, sharing of gardening information and your piece of paradise was instrumental. I'm so glad to have met you....
Sally Lancaster
August 11, 2015
Andy's kindness and compassion was evident at all times. He greeted students warmly and took interest in their lives. His authentic love of nature and joy in life inspired many towards careers in science. He taught and modeled to us all to be kind to the environment. Andy was a vibrant member of the Everett High Community will be missed.
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