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Andrew Damien "Andy" Canfield

Andrew Canfield Obituary

Andrew "Andy" Damien Canfield

Andy Canfield, 28, passed away May 14, 2011, in Shelton, WA. He was born October 15, 1982, to Robert Canfield and Linda Morris in Olympia, WA. He graduated from A.G. West Black Hills High School in 2001.
Andy met his best friend, future wife, and soulmate, Courtney Irwin, at 16. They married on October 28, 2003, in Kihei, Maui, Hawaii. Together they built a life and shared their dreams, surrounded by friends and family who could always depend on Andy for smiles and laughs (often via random text messages) that they will cherish for a lifetime. Andy's and Courtney's rare and timeless love, and his talent, smile and strength will be carried on by their children.
In addition to playing with his kids and being with his wife, Andy loved skydiving, camping, fishing, BASE jumping, riding his motorcycle, family movie night, playing poker, playing wiffle ball, hanging out with friends and family.
He is survived by his wife, Courtney; daughter, Talis; son, Merrick; brothers, Samuel Canfield, Warren Canfield, Wesley Canfield, Thomas Styron, and Justin Brown; parents, Robert Canfield and Linda (John) Morris; grandmother, Ardis Snook; grandparents, Bill and Jean Canfield; his in-laws and "adoptive parents," Ken and Ellen Irwin. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Don Snook; and brother, Robert William Canfield, Jr.
Andy will be missed by all who knew him, but will live on in our hearts forever.
A celebration of Andy's life will be held Friday, May 20, 2011, 3:00 p.m., at Skydive Kapowsin, 141 West Airview Way, Shelton, WA 98584. Donations may be made to the Canfield Family Memorial Fund at Washington State Employees Credit Union.
To leave remembrances, www.FuneralAlternatives.org Arrangements are with Funeral Alternatives of Washington 360-491-2222.

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Published by The Olympian on May 19, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Andrew Canfield

14 Entries

Vicki Riffe

December 15, 2011

Andy, we miss you so much. My prayers go out to all his family. We love you...

Warren Canfield

December 14, 2011

I miss you and love you bro cant wait to see you again.

Patti McClelland

November 18, 2011

Andy was the consumate thrill seeker, and an artful character that always met the road with his knees, hands, legs, face, etc. He wore those scabs with a smile and like a badge of honor! His smile was heartwarming, endearing and could melt away any tear his children ever had in an instant with a stretch of his arms up to the sky and into the air. The unbelievable
resemblance of those sparkly blues in the eyes of his children will forever remain as they see the world with their courageous and loving Mother by their side to instill the memory of their loving Father who has been lost but never forgotten to them. The hole that has been left in her heart will be filled with the everlasting enchantment and wonder of Talis and Merrick who are the loves of her life and every day she can thank God for his tender mercies when she looks at them. I love you all.

Ellen Irwin

November 12, 2011

Andy also had a second family, those who chose him as a son (Ken & Ellen Irwin), shared son (Patti McClelland), brother (Kacey & Lindsey), grandson (Ted & Phyllis Clark), brother-in-law (Steve Rowe & Jake Early), uncle (Hayden,Dylan, and Isobelle), nephew (Bill & Debbie Meyer, Wm. & Sally Irwin, Sam Irwin, and Ken & Betty Guthrie), and cousin (Brad, Jeff, Ryan, Chad, Kim, Will, Tim and Joy). But most of all, and, most importantly, husband and father to Courtney, Talis and Merrick - whom he often referred to as the air he breathed. He owned our hearts fiercely, and forever will. Every night before bedtime, we have to "tell a story about daddy". Every holiday, every birthday, every thought of Courtney being a widow at 28, every glance at Talis and Merrick - seeing so much of him in them - we expreience his loss all over again. He lives with us every day, is talked to every day, and is cherished every second of every day. Our lives will never, ever be the same without him, and have been immeasurably enriched because of him. God, please make him understand how very, very worthwhile he was here on earth, and how all of our lives and hearts became bigger and better because of him.

Vicki Riffe

June 13, 2011

Andy we miss you so much. Our prayers are with your kids and dad, mom and brothers. Glad that you stopped by on your way to work and we got to visit..You are missed so much..The Riffe's

Kathy Davis

May 22, 2011

Search Light Moms wants to tell you how sorry we are for the passing of your Andy. If there is anything that we can do for you please let us know. We as mothers understand the day to day pain as we search for answers.
Love and Blessings,
Search Light Moms
www.slmoms.com

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Dwight & Kim Losey

May 20, 2011

Andy will be so very much missed. He had such a way with people and everyone that ever came in contact with him was touched by him.
We remember watching him grow from a happy kid to an upstanding young man and great father. We so enjoyed bowling with him and Dwight so cherishes the Alaska trip spent with Ron, Andy and Chris.
So many hearts are weeping at his untimely departure, but so many memories of him will always fill all our hearts.
Our most heartfelt thoughts go out to his children, his dad, his brothers and to Ron. You all meant the world to him. We are so deeply sorry for your enormous loss.
Andy, enjoy your wings!!!!

Louie Matos

May 19, 2011

My heart and prayers goes out to all family and friends.
He will be miss.

Ed, Vicki & Gavon Riffe

May 19, 2011

You will be missed tremendously..

Ed & Vicki Riffe

May 19, 2011

Andy was one of our very close friends. He always made us laugh. Whenever you needed help with anything he was the first to offer a helping hand. We will miss him dearly. Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole family. Gavon says he loves you Andy and will miss you.

Justin Losey

May 19, 2011

Andy was like the older brother in my life that I was not born having. We bowled in the youth leagues together. Andy will always be one of my role models in my life.

My prayers are filled with the Canfield family (Rob, Sam, Warren, Wes) who I consider to be family and always will be welcome in my home as well as my helping hands are always available for them!

I will always look to the skies for Andy with his love of sky diving & forever, I will see him smiling down on us all with a parachute as his wings in heaven!

Doug & Wendy Baker

May 19, 2011

We are so sorry for your loss. We truly enjoyed the time we were able to spend with your family.

Donna Stradley

May 19, 2011

His laughter and easy manner were always seen when he hung out with Courtney and the kids here. He will be greatly missed. Love and prayers for the family.

Stephanie Lidren

May 19, 2011

So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

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