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for ANDREW BROWN
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John Petrovich
September 19, 2012
I had the fortunate oportunity to talk with Mr Brown while he was a vise- principal of David and Mary Thomson CI. He was a fine and caring man and I am saddened to hear of his passing, May God Keep him safe.
Pat and Andy Brown Panama City Beach 2012
LARRY AND PAT OLIVIA
September 18, 2012
Pat, Pat and I want you to know how sadened we were to learn of Andy's passing. He was a pleasure to talk with and the music, it was like heaven. And his discusions about education and life, will always be with us. May the years you had together give you the support to continue with life's journey. May God Bless and keep you until you are once again together in God's Kingdom. May this photo remind you of the fun we had in Panama City Beach.
G Ironside
September 18, 2012
Sorry about the news ...
Fred Kennedy
September 17, 2012
What a wonderful man! Worked many years with Andy first at L'Amoreaux Collegiate and later at Bendale BTI where he was Principal. Always wanted and saw the good in others, his teachers and students. My heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.
allison sherren
September 15, 2012
Uncle Andy you will be missed by all of us and always in our hearts.
David Pledger
September 15, 2012
Andy, Andy, Andy.....I was hoping for one my story my friend. Thankyou for your mentorship, your guidance and friendship....and of course the pipes in the pool. The staff and kids loved you.
David Pledger
David Baxter
September 15, 2012
Andy you were a true gentleman, it was my great pleasure to be part of the send off that "The Creek" helped give you today. Pat you and your family have the deepest sympathy and condolences from Sharon and I, Andy will missed!
Margaret and Derek Manning
September 15, 2012
Andy and Pat were our wonderful neighbours in Panama City where we enjoyed many good times and laughter. It is with great sadness to hear of his passing and our hearts are with Pat and Andy's family at this this time. He piped the Sun down for the last time ....goodbye our friend.
Don McPhee
September 15, 2012
Pat and family, In my short time with Andy I found him a real gentleman, always happy and smiling. He will be greatly missed.
September 15, 2012
Dear Pat and Family: We were very sad to learn of Andy's sudden passing. Please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. He was a fine man. We had some good times and good laughs together in PCB. May he rest in peace. Take care.
Wayne and Marielle Macdonald
September 15, 2012
We have had the extreme pleasure of knowing Andy for the past 25 years. He was a first class gentleman and a wonderful person. Our thoughts are with his family at this time. God bless....Bill, Lori, Andrew and Catherine Rankin
Scottie Rae
September 15, 2012
"Sir" Andy, your smile, handshake, "wee" story, and whispers on parade or at practice, will forever be remembered. God Bless pal!
Neil Beaton
September 15, 2012
Pat and Family,
I join with many others who knew Andy in offering my deepest sympathy on his passing.
A life well lived is not measured by possessions but through the lives they have touched and Andy touched many.
Christine Heagle
September 14, 2012
Andy,my dear brother in law,you will,and always have had,a special place in my heart.I will remember you fondly, whenever I hear the calming wail of the bagpipes.Godspeed my good man...
Julie Stante
September 14, 2012
Gord, Bill, Pat and Family
We are so sorry for your loss.
Andy had such a larger then life personality, a kind heart and a gentle heart. He was tremendous fun at parties, being one of the Panama City Beach Snowbirds gang! But my favorite memory of him will be the time Pat, Andy, Gord, Bill and my Mum & Dad came to my house for dinner. Andy pipped in my backyard to all the wonderment of my neighbors! What a special evening, what a special man.
Are thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Greg & Audrey
September 14, 2012
Pat and family, our thoughts are with you at this time. Andy, always brightened a room by his mere presence and his fantastic smile. He was always the Gentlemen and had a terrific sense of humor. He truly was a class act and we consider ourselves lucky to know him and play along side him. God Bless you our Friend.
Chris & Johanna King
September 14, 2012
Our condolences to Pat and entire family. Andy was a great man and a fantastic Principal and Vice Principal that I had the honour of working with at Bendale. Andy always had great stories and a big smile a total gentleman. Our thought are with you.
John Lucarelli
September 14, 2012
Pat and family
I had the great pleasure of sitting beside Andy at the band practice table my few years in HC.Always a great story,he was so happy with his guitar lessons the last year.many others have described Andy as a fine Gentleman...I would have to agree ! He will be missed
Ralph and Barbara Moll
September 14, 2012
We were so sorry to hear of the passing of Andy. We enjoyed hearing his bagpipes at Sunrise Beach Condo's. We will miss him. Ralph and Bsrbsra
Carol and Hugh Jack
September 14, 2012
Words can't express our profound sorrow with the. Passing of. Andy. He was loved and respected by all those fortunate enough
To know him.
He was a good man and will be long remembered in the harts of many.
We send our deepest sympathy.
Sincerely yours Hugh and Carol Jack
Catharine Larkin
September 14, 2012
Andy was my big brother for over 30 years and our loss is heaven's gain. I am blessed to have had him in my life. His laughter rings in my ears, his kindness fills my heart and the sounds of bagpipes forever his song.
September 14, 2012
Andy it was my pleasure to have known you for the past 26 years. I admired your extensive knowledge on so many subjects.
Pat may God give you comfort and strength at this time.
Donnie and Dolina MacLeod
Vicky and Jerry Johnson
September 14, 2012
Jerry and I were so sorry to learn of Andy's passing. He will be missed by the snowbirds at Panama City Beach. Andy always had a wonderful smile for everyone, and his love for all things Scotland was very apparent. May you find comfort in knowing he lived his life to the fullest.
John Elliott
September 14, 2012
A total gentleman that I have had the pleasure to pipe with, listen to some great stories and have some good laughs. Rest in peace my friend it has been a real pleasure.
Valerie and George Lewis
September 14, 2012
Pat, we are so sorry for your loss and wish we had enjoyed more time in PCB together. You're in our prayers.
Patty Young
September 14, 2012
It was with extreme sadness that Fenton and I heard of the unexpected passing of Andy. Sitting in the clubhouse at Sunrise and talking with him was a great pleasure and at times very educational. Also, the times in the pool with he and Pat. He was a dear and thoughtful gentlemen and his memory will not be forgotten. We send our thoughts and prayers to Pat and the family.
Steve Hodgins
September 14, 2012
To Pat and your families I offer you my deepest condolences. I will truly miss Andy's presence in the band. His friendship, always smiling face, along with his many stories and corny jokes, could never be forgotten. When the band plays any of the "cheesy wee tunes" that Andy loved so much, it will be with his memory in our hearts.
Mary-Bill Harkins
September 14, 2012
Pat we are sorry for your loss.Andy is gone but he,ll never be forgotten.our condolences to you and the family. Mary&Bill Harkins.
Uxbridge 2012
Steve Harrison
September 14, 2012
Steve Harrison
September 14, 2012
Always a warm smile and handshake, always a story and a joke with such variety and regularity it was truly the work of a gentle-man. Knowing Andy in Highland Creek for well over 25 years has been an honour and a pleasure. There is no finer example of a Gentleman. His warmth and friendship will long be remembered by all who were touched by his inviting nature. One of the few that chose to be happy in life and shared that gift with all of us. We will miss you Andy! Our thoughts are with you.
Wayne & Audrey Gow
September 14, 2012
I only knew Andy for a short time but I found him to be a great guy. Always had a kind word and a smile on his face. He will be dearly missed. Our condolences to Pat & Family
Earl Shieff
September 14, 2012
It took a big man to hold a big heart...a kind and gentle man. The world is a sadder and emptier place with his passing.
Mark Randall
September 14, 2012
It was a great pleasure to know you Andy , we all will miss your smiles, your charm and your wonderful stories, Cheers my friend .
Brian Hern
September 14, 2012
Pat, I am so sorry for your loss. Andy was a great man and a fantastic teacher.I still remember the first day of class in grade 9 and trying to understand him when he spoke. iI had never heard a Scottish accent before. he was telling us his name and we thought it was Mr. Brun from his accent.I will dearly miss him, he was a fine gentleman.Even though we both knew that I was not his best student.
Ken and Jan Russell
September 14, 2012
Our condolences to Pat and the entire family. Always a pleasure to hear Andy's wee stories at band practice. Fantastic memories, Andy will be sadly missed.
Connie Peterson
September 14, 2012
Pat I am so sorry for your loss. My condolences to all of the family. I am very sad. Glad we had that great visit at one Friday night dance at the Senior Center.
Love and prayers,
Connie
Dan & Judy McLean
September 13, 2012
A great guy.
We are going to miss your beautiful smile and funny stories.
Our condolences to Pat & family
Dan Taylor
September 13, 2012
I first met Andy when I got into troubel in high school, Davied and Mary Thompson, Then later on as a fellow Piper in Highland Creek. He always had great stories. He was a great Piper and an great man R.I.P. Laddy
Alan McPhee
September 13, 2012
Andy was a true Scottish gentleman, kind and considerate always with a story or joke to tell. He was a dedicated bandsman and skilled piper. I will miss him dearly. My deepest condolences to Pat and the remainder of the family.
Gary Rankin
September 13, 2012
I had the great honor of being Andys friend and a student of his. We had many a laugh and stories{mostly Andys} and many a piping times together both with Highland Creek and just the two of us. He will be greatly missed by my family and myself. A true gentleman,scholar and a connoisseur of fine arts. Rest in peace my good friend.
John Stager
September 13, 2012
Pat, My deepest condolences on Andy's passing. I'm sorry I haven't had the chance to meet you yet. I am one of the newer members of the Highland Creek Pipe Band and from the moment I met Andy two years ago he went out of his way to make me feel welcome. He introduced me to other band members, encouraged me and helped me as I learned the new tunes. He complimented me as I got up to speed and was the first person to congratulate me when I proudly marched in my first parade. Andy was a true gentleman, a mentor and a friend and he will be sorely missed.
Mike and Kathy Paquet
September 13, 2012
Hello Pat,
We are sending our sincerest condolences to you and your families. We have great memories of those times spent with you both in Panama City Beach - at Bang-bang shrimp, piping down the sun at Sunrise Beach Resort and last, but not least those excellent times at Holiday golf course - Andy with a very sparse collection of clubs last year, still valiantly played on!!! I enjoyed the anecdotes from you both of your days with the school board - I could relate to them all too well. We loved his laugh and sense of humour, and his leaning in, as he delivered the punch line, in conspiratorial terms. Our thoughts are with you.
September 13, 2012
Always a story ,always a smile, and always up to the task. A gentleman , an alchemist, a fine husband,father and friend. The world has a bigger smile because you enriched so many in so many ways. Dianne and Ed Moran
Tom/Trish Barron
September 13, 2012
God bless you Andy,We will miss you and your friendship.We send you our sympathy Pat.
Pam Breese
September 13, 2012
If you look up 'gentleman' in the dictionary, you'll see Andy Brown. I was honoured to work with Andy at Bendale. He was truly one of a kind and his smile and warmth will be truly missed. My sincere condolences to his family. May your memories keep him close in your hearts.
Andrea Dindial
September 13, 2012
I have many fond memories of Andy through the Pipe Band. Whenever the band approached in a parade, Andy always gave me a "wink" in recognition while blowing his pipes. It became routine for me to look for that "hello". We also had many enjoyable discussions of Jamie Fraser and the works of Diana Gabaldon, Andy being the first man I knew of who read the series! What a classy person he was, I am so sad to hear of his passing. Pat, my thoughts go out to you and your family, and I wish you all the strength and support in the times ahead. Take Care, Andrea
Sharing a laugh with Mary Larkin at her 93rd Birthday May 2012.
Michael Larkin
September 13, 2012
Allan Predko
September 13, 2012
Pat:My deepest sympathy to you and your family. Andy was such an energetic and enthusiastic individual; there are very few of his character. He will be well and lovingly remembered by his former colleagues and students. I regret that
I cannot attend the service, I can only immagine the number of tributes
and stories that will be given.
Brenda and John Wyles
September 13, 2012
Dear Pat and family,
Words do an injustice in explaining how much we will miss Andy. He will remain very alive in our memories and admiration. Sunsets at Panama City Beach Fl will not be the same. The sweet sound of Andy's piping at sunset was pure magic. We will miss you Andy,
Pat and family, you are in our thoughts and prayers,
Brenda and John
Doreen and Lou Romanelli
September 13, 2012
Andy was a true gentleman in every sense of the word. We had some fun and happy times with him and his wife, Pat. Infamous New Years Eves, lunch get togethers, visits we shared with them in Florida and at our cottage on Balsam Lake. A lovely memory comes to mind of Andy standing on our dock at sunset playing his pipes across the water. He was a wealth of knowledge and eager to answer any questions we asked of him. He particulary loved answering our questions on Scotland, it was obviously so dear to his heart. He will be sadly missed by so many people whose lives he touched. Our sincere sympathy to his wife, Pat and their Family. Love Doreen and Lou.
"Cheers"
September 12, 2012
Dad,you are a great man, you left this world in a great way. If this was a hollywood script, it would have been rejected as being not being believable.
You left this world doing you what you loved.... playing the Pipes{in a kilt of course} and telling stories to the locals.
God Speed my friend...My dad...My father inlaw...My Grandad
Don,Sandy,Zach,Ross & Mitch....the Browns
Caitlin Bowes
September 12, 2012
He was a rare breed; a true gentleman. He was a walking, talking history book and a great resource that he would let you tap into anytime you needed. Every time I saw him he had his pipes in hand and played them proudly. He was a presence and today heaven is a little bit livelier.
My deepest sympathies to his children, grandchildren and his beautiful, lovely wife Pat. If there is anything I can do xo
Jim Beattie
September 12, 2012
God Bless the Brown Family on their loss of Andy. Met Andy at a wedding and yes he was playing the bag pipes.
Jim and Lori Beattie
Frank Mitchell
September 12, 2012
I only had the pleasure of knowing and for the last 3 years thru Highland Creek Pipe Band, during that time he always had a kind word, and Man, could he tell a story, sometimes two or three at the same time.
The last time I saw him he was beaming while being recognized on the stage at Uxbridge for his birthday, as well as his time in the Pipe Band.
He was a true gentleman, and I am glad I was able to meet him and get to know him, even if it was for only a short period.
Rest well Andy and know that whenever we hear the pipes, you will always be on our minds and in our hearts.
David Hill
September 12, 2012
My condolences to Andy's family.
I have many fond memories of Andy as neighbour on Applefield, as the father of childhood friends Ian, Gordon, and Don, and as the vice principal and piper at David and Mary Thomson CI in Scarborough.
I am very sad to hear of his passing.
David Hill
John & Sharlene Bowes
September 12, 2012
We had the pleasure of knowing Andy over the past 10 years. Wonderful memories of our trip to Vimy Ridge with Andy and his lovely wife Pat. He will be greatly missed .... Our thoughts and prayers are with Pat and their family.
David Hill
September 12, 2012
My condolences to Andy's family.
I have many fond memories of Andy - as a neighbour on Applefield, the father of childhood friends Ian, Gordon, and Don, and a vice-principal and piper at David and Mary Thomson CI in Scarborough.
I am very sad to hear of his passing.
David Hill
Karen Sayed
September 12, 2012
Andrew...I will certainly miss your laugh and your great stories!
Brandon McNaul
September 12, 2012
I had the pleasure of know Andy for only a few years, but in those few years he sure made an impression. I will miss his stories and his ever-positive attitude. We will miss you Andy.
September 12, 2012
My son Connor has been in Highland Creek Pipes and Drums since the age of 14, he is now 21. Andy has always been patient and kind with Connor, always a had nice word to say or a story to share. It is rare in this life to find a friend, a gentleman such as Andy. He will be missed greatly. Our love and prayers to Pat and the family at this incredibly hard time. xo
Jo Anne and Philippe Trepanier and family.
September 12, 2012
Andy was a true gent and all class. i will miss his warm smile and heartfelt "hello" at Highland Creek practices and events.
Mike MacDonald
Glenn Healy
September 12, 2012
Andy's passing has sent a shudder through the Pipe Band. All of us have only known Highland Creek Pipe Band with Andy in it. He was a world class person and a great friend. Andy was always encouraging and always willing to help. He will be missed but never gone in spirit.
Michael Larkin
September 12, 2012
I was always honoured to call him my brother in-law Andy, he was a true gentleman and will be missed. Fondest memory.... Andy piping for Dale and myself at our wedding in Fenelon Falls some 28 years ago. Andrew had great pipes in more ways than one and his conversation will be missed.
Michael
September 12, 2012
I will dealy miss my brother-in-law who was a dear friend and wonderful caring, giving person. Love always, Deborah (Larkin) Sherren
Todd Shannon
September 12, 2012
Andy was a helpful piper. I will miss his cheerful advice at Panama City. Piper Todd Shannon, Queen's York Rangers Pipes and Drums
September 12, 2012
Andy will be remembered with love and great affection by all who were lucky enough to spend time with him and his wife, our friend Pat. Love Audrey & Dan
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