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Dana
August 1, 2011
I'm thinking about you today Andy. I miss you my friend. :(...
Dana Martin - DuBois
November 29, 2003
Andy (Roo-Roo) was one of my best friends since 1989. He was a true friend and a blessing to know. He had more friends than anyone I have ever met. I never heard him say an unkind word to, or about anyone in all of the years we were friends. He had nothing but love and kindness in his heart. No matter what was going on, we managed to stay in touch, and my life will never be the same without Andy in it. Not a day goes by when I do not think about him. I know he is blessing all of the people in Heaven now.
Ann Preddy Basler
October 2, 2002
Dear Bishop and Mrs. Patterson,
I just heard about Andy and I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. My little brother Sam and I grew up with Andy in the "old neighborhood" and will always cherish the memories we made together. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Ann Preddy Basler
Linda Hardy
August 29, 2002
Dear Bishop and Mrs. Patterson,
Doug and I were deeply saddend about the loss of your son. We never met Andrew but realize he was a wonderful man after reading the many tributes in this condolance book. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this sad time. We pray that you find comfort through the thoughts and prayers of the people who admire you.
Sincerely,
Linda Hardy
Mikey Pelo
August 28, 2002
My deepest regaurds to Andy's family. Andy was loved very much among his freinds and I have seen many teary eyes in the past week. Andy was a strong man with a big heart. He had this amazing capacity to remember everyone he came in contact with. If you needed to talk to someone, you could talk to Andy. I'm comforted to know that I was able to know a truley incredeble human being named Andy Patterson. Thank you for you "Hello's" and thank you for being a freind.
Judy Cunningham
August 27, 2002
Dear Bishop and Mrs. Patterson,
I was deeply saddened to hear of the loss of your son. Please know that you are in my prayers. God bless you and keep you always.
Judy Cunningham
Jarred Combs
August 27, 2002
i never had the blessing of getting to meet you in person. I've chatted with you so many times I feel like i know you. I have had a heavy heart since i heard about everything. My prayers are with your family & I pray for god's peace over this whole situation. I will miss you but you are in a better place now. I hope to join you one day in heaven. God Bless.
Jarred
Wally Harper
August 26, 2002
Roo, I saw you in so many places but never talked with you. Now, it's too late to say hi on earth because God has called you to do his work in heaven. I'll be looking for you when I get there.
PS. I do hope that's not too soon.
Rowland & Gloria Link
August 26, 2002
Dear Bishop and Mrs. Patterson,
As God has promised to those who believe, Andrew has found rest for his soul. We pray
for God’s strength during this difficult time in your lives and are deeply touched by your
loss.
Because He Lives,
Gloria and Rowland Link
Blair Howard
August 26, 2002
Dear Bishop and Mrs. Patterson<
Please know that all of your St. Luke's family has had you in our thoughts and prayers over the last week. Sincerely, Blair Howard
Kathy Berlinsky
August 26, 2002
Dear Bishop and Mrs. Patterson,
Jay and I were deeply saddened to learn of your great loss. We pray that you will find comfort in the love of our Lord, both supernaturally, and through the support of the many people who love and admire you, and who clearly loved and admired Andrew.
In Christ, Jay and Kathy Berlinsky
Karen Petersen
August 26, 2002
Dear Patterson Family,
After reading the tributes posted here for Andrew, it is obvious he was truly a special person, loved by all who came in contact with him. I only wish I could have known him as well. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Love and friendship,
John Boulden
August 25, 2002
Dear Bishop and Mrs. Patterson,
Please know that you are in my prayers and thoughts during this time of Andrew's loss. These are the times when our faith becomes alive and when you know that the good that Andrew has done will live on in the lives of all those whom he touched. May God bless you and your family.
Tracy
August 25, 2002
My Deepest sympathy goes out to Joanne and Don. I am so sorry to hear of your lost. Andrew was a wonderful, special, unique individual. He will be missed by many. If there is anything I can do please do hesitate in asking.
Bruce and Jessica Jones
August 25, 2002
With eager heart and will on fire,
I strove to win my great desire.
"Peace shall be mine," I said; but life
Grew bitter in the barren strife.
My soul was weary, and my pride
Was wounded deep; to Heaven I cried,
"God grant me peace or I must die;"
The dumb stars glittered no reply.
Broken at last, I bowed my head,
Forgetting all myself, and said,
"Whatever comes, His will be done;"
And in that moment peace was won.
-Henry van Dyke, from "Masterpieces of Religious Verse"
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Chip & Holly Vanture
August 25, 2002
Dear Bishop & Mrs. Patterson,
Your pain and grief is our pain and grief. Your example of love and compassion for your brothers and sisters is to held up to the world as a model for emulation in this time of sadness. While we never knew Andy personally, we feel sure he was an accurate reflection of you love and grace. Please accept our heartfelt sorrow for your loss, and our gratefulness for your love and leadership in our Christian community. Blessing upon you, always....Chip & Holly
Madison Gay
August 24, 2002
Dear Joanne and Don,
The touching tributes to Andy from his many close friends reveal what a wonderfully special person he was.I'm so sorry I never had the privilege of knowing him. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you both. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
With love,
Madison
Paul and Robin Jagoe
August 24, 2002
"Though the fig tree does not bud and there are no grapes on the vines, though the olive crop fails and the fields produce no food, though there are no sheep in the pen and no cattle in the stalls, yet I will rejoice in the Lord, I will rejoice in the Lord, I will be joyful in God my Savior. The Sovereign Lord is my strength; he makes my feet like the feet of a deer, he enables me to go on the heights." Habakkuk 3:17-19
You are in our prayers.The same hand that made the heavens and earth, the same hand that made all of creation will someday brush away all of our tears, forever. We send our love.
Julie Sykes
August 24, 2002
I am such a lucky person to have known Andy. Not a day went by when he did not make me smile! He was full of joy and fun. Andy beamed with love and respect in this world where such qualities are hard to find in others. Every time I enter the doors of our favorite spot to hang out, I will always here Andy shouting, "Julie is here, Julie is here!" And I will think of him and wish I could say, "Andy is here, Andy is here!" He will forever be in my heart. His family is in my prayers. Roo, I love you, and I will miss you!
Gloria & Bob Wheeler
August 24, 2002
Our prayer for you:
Deep peace of the running wave to you, Deep peace of the flowing air to you, Deep peace of the quiet earth to you, Deep peace of the shining stars to you, Deep peace of the gentle night to you, Moon and stars pour their healing light on you, Deep peace of Christ the light of the world to you, Deep peace of Christ to you. (from an Old Gaelic Rune)
Your pain is so deep that only the love of others can reach so far...
CHARLIE
August 24, 2002
i knew roo vaguely over the last year ..i remeber the first time that imet him back in feb on a trip to cbl for a week ...he was very very nice to me ... when i left and returned home we stayed in touch , roo to me was always willing to listen to anything you had to say no matter what it was ...asways willing to help u if he could.. i had a falling out with him a few months back and never had the chance to clear it up ...roo im sorry ..il never forget u!
Russ Bunge
August 24, 2002
Roo, Roo, I miss you so much. I'll remember you always. God be with you and your family.
- Rusty Dawg
Bob and Ethel Borders
August 24, 2002
It is well to remember Andrew's sense of humor as an acolyte and be told of his deep belief in God. Please know that you and your wife will be in our prayers in the days ahead. Your favorite usher, Bob and Ethel
Shaun ShaunP
August 24, 2002
"Roo" Though we never met, I will miss our late night chats" To your family I offer my deepest sympathy! I know if god allowed you'd continue to clog the chat rooms" I'll miss you ShaunP
Jeremy Bentz
August 24, 2002
I will thank ROO every day for the positive effect he had on my life. Than you ANDREW for your honesty and courage......everyone in touch with your sould shall inherit your wisdom.
Toby Shannon Matocha
August 24, 2002
In thanksgiving for the life of
Andrew Joseph Patterson
29 October 1962 - 16 August 2002
Beloved Son
The Shannon & Matocha Families
Heywood MacDonnell
August 24, 2002
Andy (Roo) will be sadly missed. A wonderful kind man and I will treasure my long distance talks with him.
My condolences to the family.
Rest in Peace
Heywood
Billy Colon, Sr
August 24, 2002
Like A Comet
Blazing 'Cross The Evening Sky
Gone Too Soon
Like A Rainbow
Fading In The Twinkling Of An Eye
Gone Too Soon
Shiny And Sparkly
And Splendidly Bright
Here One Day
Gone One Night
Like The Loss Of Sunlight
On A Cloudy Afternoon
Gone Too Soon
Like A Castle
Built Upon A Sandy Beach
Gone Too Soon
Like A Perfect Flower
That Is Just Beyond Your Reach
Gone Too Soon
Born To Amuse, To Inspire, To Delight
Here One Day
Gone One Night
Like A Sunset
Dying With The Rising Of The Moon
Gone Too Soon
Gone Too Soon
PEACE!
Lowell C. Johnson
August 23, 2002
My deepest and heartfelt sympathies goes to the family and friends of Andrew "Roo" Patterson.
Frank Feldman
August 23, 2002
THE SCENT OF ROSES…
Let Fate do her worst
there are relics of joy
Bright dreams of the past
which she cannot destroy
Which comes in the night
time of sorrow and care
and bring back the features
that joy used to wear
Long be my heart
with such memories filled
Like the vase in which
roses have once been distilled
You may break you may shatter
the vase if you will
But the scent of the roses
will linger still
~Thomas Moore~
Vaya con dios, dear Roo.
Skip & Linda Dalton
August 23, 2002
All the Daltons send their love and condolences for your loss. You are in our prayers and thoughts.
Lorenzo (Aka SS)
August 23, 2002
I only knew Andrew (Roo) for a short time, but he made a lasting impression in my heart. I will truely miss him. My one comfort is that I know he is smiling looking down at us. My prayers go out to his family and his many friends.
Corin (ecker) Walker
August 23, 2002
Our sympathies and prayers are extended to the Patterson family at this time. Andy will be missed by all.
Jeff Starling
August 23, 2002
My heartfelt condolences to Andys family. He will truely be missed but never forgotten.
Michelle Young
August 23, 2002
Roo was truely the most gental, sweet, unselfish, giving man I have ever known. The proof is in all the beautiful sentiments that people have written here. I will miss hearing him say "I'm just weird" because I would tell him that was the very reason I enjoyed his company.:o) I consider it a privelage to have known him and spent time with him. He made each and every person feel special and because of that he will be missed. I have to admit that the selfish side of me wishes he was still here even though I know he is in a much better place. My heart goes out to his family. I never got to meet you, but I can say I was a part of his extended family and I consider that an honor. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Curry: I want to thank you for introducing me to Roo. Thank you for sharing your beloved friend with me. Thank you for all you have done and are still doing.
Christy: Thank you for taking care of Roo, and by that I mean all that you did in friendship and love for him. You are a special person to have been able to do what you did most recently for him.
My love and thoughts are with you all in this time of sorrow.
In love and friendship,
Michelle Young (Orlando, FL)
Warren and Pam Richardson
August 23, 2002
You have been in our prayers daily. Warren will be praying Sat morning while he is with family in Chicago. I, Pam, will be praying with you at the memorial service at All Saints', that you find some peace surrounded and supported by the love of your family and friends.
Ron
August 23, 2002
My condolences to Roo's family. Your son was one in a million. He will be mised.
james keel
August 23, 2002
it was so sad to here about andy.
Heywood MacDonnell
August 23, 2002
Andy or Roo as i knew him was a wonderful loving man and i will sadly miss our computer chats. Roo loved all of us and I in turn love him still. I did have the pleasure of talking to him one night and will cherish that memory.
My heartfelt condolences to all his family.
Hope to meet again one day in the great beyond.
Heywood (latz)
Charlotte Driver
August 23, 2002
I am so sorry to hear of your loss.
Doug Adams
August 23, 2002
"Our family chain is broken and nothing seems the same but as God calls us one by one the chain will link again." (unknown)
Andrew "Roo" was the type of person that could befriend a stranger and instantly make them feel a special kinship and connection, defining all that is great and good in each of us. Though I only spent a few days in your company you treated me as if we'd been friends for a decade. The distance across the ocean that recently separated us does not ease the pain I feel in hearing of your passing. I treasured the phone calls and emails we shared only a few short weeks ago and the comfort you provided during my Mom's medical crisis was appreciated -- I only wish I could have told you that in person. God bless your family in this difficult time. Let them be comforted in the fact that those of us who were fortunate enough to know you, are truely better for the experience and for meeting such a kind and gentle soul.
Dann K. and Mary Pottinger
August 23, 2002
We join with so many of your friends at ST. Luke's Cathedral who grieve with you in your great loss. Know that our love, our thoughts and our prayers, are with you.
Bill Maddux
August 23, 2002
Christine and I were so sad to hear about your loss of Andy. Our hearts and prayers go out to you.
Bill and Christine Maddux
Kim and Chas Bailes
August 23, 2002
Dear Bishop Patterson and family,
We were deeply saddened to hear of Andy's death and are keepng you in our prayers.We love you.Kim and Chas
Danielle Morris
August 23, 2002
Dear Donis and Joann,
A day in heaven is like a 1,000 years on earth. So you will see your dear Andrew again....tomorrow.
Love you both,
Deacon Danielle Morris
don patterson
August 23, 2002
you all touch my heart as did my dear, dear son whom we miss terribly and love so much. Thank you all for takingthe time to make your feelings known and please know you make the "elder Roo"----his old man feel very supported and encouraged by your words. thank you very much. very much.
King4aday
August 22, 2002
Roo:
I only recently learned of your passing, all I can say is that I will miss you more than anyone could possibly imagine.
Ive known you online for a short time, but in person even a shorter amount of time. I will ALWAYS appreciate the things that you did for me when I first arrived in Orlando.
I was scared and nervous about new doors opening to me, and you welcomed me with open arms to the area and into your life. You put up with lonely calls from someone who didnt know anyone down here, and you introduced me to your wonderful friends. For that I will always be greatful.
Roo, you were an angel when I needed one, and never expected anything in return. I will always remember the first time I met you at Magic Kingdom sitting there next to front gate waiting so that we could watch the fireworks, and talk face to face for the first time.
I have always believed that people are put on this earth with a purpose. Im still trying to figure out what mine is. YOUR purpose was to touch lives. In the brief time that I have known you. You definately touched my life and will always hold a special place in my heart.
"To touch the soul of another human being is to walk on holy ground." --Steven Covey
Thanks for listening...
----KiNg4aDaY-------------------
Dave_mn
August 22, 2002
Roo, you touched us all in one way or another. I wish I would have gotten to know you better and for those who did know him better I am truely, deeply sorry. Roo you may be gone from this place but you can be sure that you will never be forgotten. You were a true spirit from what I could tell and those you touched will remember. Your out there somewhere and we'll all see you again. Goodbye for now
Frank Zacnder
August 22, 2002
Roo,
You reached out to me in your pain. And I shared mine with you. We both knew that pain shared is pain lessened. It was also the blossoming of a friendship. The light from the candle of your life will shine always for those of us who were touched by you. The only words for me to say are:
God, grant us the serenity
to accept the things we cannot change,
The courage to change the things we can,
and, the wisdom to know the difference.
You will be missed, Roo.
Love,
frank
glenn
August 22, 2002
Well, almost everyone knows that our friend and special companion has passed to that friendlier world.
I'd like to suggest that you post some special thoughts about Roo.... or anything you'd care to share with us..... and then go to your parlor and light one single white candle and let it burn in memory of one of the finer young men who have crossed our path here on CBL.
Roo (Andy) was a jewel among all of us. Caring, sharing and always up.
Please take one small moment out of your lives and be perfectly still and quiet,,,, light just one small white candle and gaze into the flame which was and is Roo to all of us.
Don't cry! Because Andy wouldn't do that. Smile and look inside yourself as he did so many times for us and be with him.......... ALWAYS.
Roo,,,, goat and glenn and ron and the kids will always love you and never forget you. All the pain is gone and you are now with loving friends.. more to join you later.
So, until then..... a huge goat hugg just one more time.... just for you and all you stood for and will always stand for.
Your friend always,
Ron/Glenn/Goat
Baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa!
Mary Ann
August 22, 2002
I'm so sorry for the many miles that separated "us cousins" during our lifetimes. I'll always remember my dear cousin, Andy, with a wide, toothy grin and am so pleased to know how many great friends/family he had in his lifetime.
Sonya Shannon
August 22, 2002
My prayers continue to be with Andy's family and friends during their time of need.
marion hatcher
August 22, 2002
We send you our prayers and love. Can't think of anything worse than what you have been going through. May the Lord Bless and keep you. With love, Jeanne and Marion Hatcher
Rick and Donna Lobs
August 22, 2002
Donna and I think of you Donis and Joanne more times than you can imagine. We wed those thoughts to our prayers. We pray that the Lord Jesus Christ will assure you of his companionship through your grief.
Rick Lobs
Susan Shannon
August 22, 2002
In loving memory
Jim Bajor
August 22, 2002
My deepest sympathy to the family of Andy (ROO). Your son was more loved by more people than you can ever imagine. May you somehow find peace in the days to come.
Susan Sykes
August 22, 2002
Andy knows me as "AuntSuTu" that is my screen name. I can only say, "there have been alot of tears shed in this household." Andy was a very good friend to both of my daughters and to myself! We have been out with Andy several times and even to the movies. He has made alot of laughs (good ones) come out of this belly! I am so happy that I had the opportunity to meet and be with Andy.
God Bless all of you.
Andy will always be loved, missed, and remember by me!
Susan Sykes
Lake Mary, Fl.
Chris Parsons
August 22, 2002
Andy you will always be cblroo to me. Anytime I needed to chat somehow you knew and would take the time to listen. You were and always will be a special friend. May you rest in peace.
Chris (cap)
Jason
August 22, 2002
My deepest sympathy to his family and friends. All I have heard around town is how much Andrew was loved and how good he was.
I wish I tooken the time to know him better. I will miss you my friend, your in a better and safer place now.
Vive la Roo!
ricky vineburg
August 22, 2002
While I never got to meet Andrew in person, he touched my soul forever. I will always remember his personal courage and his verve for life. His soul and energy lives on in his friends and family. May god hold him lovingly in his arms.Till we meet again my friend
Chris Beale
August 22, 2002
Andrew, or "Roo" as most knew him was probably the kindest most caring human being I have ever known....His entire livelyhood was to make others happy, and he tried to do so until the end. He succeded. Yes I am sad today for the loss of such a great person, but more so for not realizing that I had the chance to know an angel on earth, Im glad i did.....But i wish I would have given him more credit for being SO amazing. Roo will always have a special place in my heart...and everytime I pray, I hope he's listening.......
I Love You Roo.....
Chris
kevin (ktb)
August 22, 2002
Roo, you are a very special friend, God had a reason for our paths to cross, and now I know why- you are up there looking over me now! Luv Ya! Vive La Roo!
jodi sykes
August 22, 2002
I was a close friend of Andy's. Everyone loved Andy for his smile and silly ways. People are doing tons of things in honor for him. I will miss him very much. Not a day goes by that I dont think about him. God bless you for having such a beautiful son! He will always be remembered in our hearts. Now I have a beatiful angel to watch every step I take :). You are all in my prayers!
William Colon, Sr.
August 22, 2002
I knew Andy by the nick name of "Roo". He will be forever missed and remembered. He touch a lot of peoples lives. He has left a lot of friends behind. He was quick to help in anyway he could to anyone.
Roo, I miss you and love you.
zac adams
August 22, 2002
Andy was a good freind and alwasy took the time to make many many people happy, he always had a smile and a laugth.
You will be missed.
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