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Andrew Nakata Obituary
Andrew McLane Nakata, 63, of Chandler, Arizona passed away unexpectedly on March 16th, 2013. Andy was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother and son. He is survived by his wife of 26 years, Debra; and their daughters Courtney and Miche. Also surviving are his sons Paul and Adam, from his previous marriage to Teresa. Andy is additionally survived by his granddaughter Eden, his mother Alexa; and his siblings Kimi, Sara, and Duncan. Andy loved life and lived it fully; he was an avid outdoorsman, fisherman, gardener, woodworker, bowler, and car enthusiast. Andy was a great and kind man who was loved by all who knew him. A memorial service celebrating his life will be held Saturday, March 23, 2013 at 11:00 am at Lakeshore Mortuary - 1815 S. Dobson Road, Mesa. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the Chrysalis Center (http://noabuse.org/) or The Arc of Tempe (http://www.tempearc.org/) in the name of Andrew Nakata. Please visit www.LakeshoreMort.com for directions and additional information.
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John (Fonz) Fransway
April 19, 2013
Debbie and Family,
So sorry to hear about Andy. A genuine stand up guy. A great Dad, a great Husband, a great Friend. His laugh and sense of humor always brought a smile to my face. We'll all miss him.
Fonz.
Bob, Alicia, Brenna, and Lane Klassen
March 29, 2013
Debbie, Courtney, and Miche,
We just heard your very sad news today. We are are shocked and saddened. It's hard to understand how something like this can happen to someone so vibrant. Andy's death is a loss for all who knew him, but especially for the three of you. We are keeping all
of you in our hearts and prayers.
Tamara Rinck
March 28, 2013
I am so sad to hear of Andy's passing. He was such an wonderful man. He always had a smile and great things to say about everyone. I have been truly blessed by knowing Andy. God Bless this wonderful man. I have had the pleasure of bowling with Andy for the past 17 years, starting out at Country Club Bowl. Rest In Peace, my friend.
Paula patanella
March 26, 2013
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David will miss you!!!
David Patanella
March 24, 2013
Norm Tyche
March 24, 2013
Andy was always a great friend with a heart as big as all Arizona. My prayers are with you and your family. Meeting Andy at El Rancho began our friendship and continued as teammates at Country Club Bowl. Andy you will be missed by all whos life you touched. Bless you my dear friend, you will live in all our hearts in spirit.
Matthew Schafman
March 23, 2013
I will miss our bowling conversations. :(
Rick Johnson & Janell Rivers
March 23, 2013
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. Andy is so deeply missed. His kind, generous, funny, and helpful spirit is forever etched in our memory. We are deeply grateful for the wonderful pleasure of knowing Andy.
Terry Bennett
March 23, 2013
Debbie and family, Our deepest condolences to you and your family. We are grateful to have met Andy. He was truly a wonderful person. We will keep you and the girls in our thoughts and prayers. Terry, Robin, Kassidy and Kendall Bennett
March 22, 2013
My deepest sympathies to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Marti Incontro Anson (Mesa AZ)
Friends of Linda and Terry's
Mariann Luna
March 22, 2013
Debbie and family, I am so sad to hear of Andy's passing. He was such an awesome man. He always had a smile and great conversation! May he rest in peace in the presence of our Heavenly Father.
Debbie, may you find comfort in the beautiful memories of your life together. You are in my prayers!
Manuel Arvallo
March 22, 2013
Our condolences and prayers to the family. Andy always had a smile on his face and always had a story to tell. The guys and I loved his company when we would get together and talk about the glory days of when we used to work together at El Rancho Market. It will never be the same with out you Andy.
Tari
March 21, 2013
Andy
Here on earth you will be very miss by everyone who knew you; but that was before.. I can see you now as you walk His streets of gold. I can see all your pain has been erased. I can see only love as you look upon His face.
See you soon.
Dee Cox
March 21, 2013
Dear Debbie & Family
There are no words to express the deep pain with the loss of Andy, the most caring and loving person. My life was so blessed to have him as a friend and confident for so many, many years . Rest in peace my dear friend.
Dee
Debbie and Andy
March 21, 2013
March 21, 2013
March 21, 2013
Andy was a wonderful man....so warm and caring! He loved his family so much and I will always remember his sweet smile and kindness to others.
Cyndie French Tempe, AZ
Dennis & Darlene Sitzler
March 21, 2013
Andy was one of those people that would make you feel so special when you saw him. He will surely be missed. God loved him and wanted him back home. We will celebrate his life through his loving family and friends. May God bless the whole family at this time of sorrow.
Andy
Paula Patanella
March 20, 2013
Spencer & Nikki Ridenour
March 20, 2013
Andy was a great guy and will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with Debbie and all of his family.
Paula & David Patanella
March 20, 2013
Debbie & Family, We are truely sorry for loss of Andy!!!! Anything we can do for you just ask!!! Love Paula & David Patanella
Becky and Drew Day
March 20, 2013
Andy will be missed. we are glad we had the opportunity to meet such a wonderful person. prayers for debbie and his family
March 19, 2013
Blessings for the entire family. Andy's quiet strength and light spirit will continue to be felt by all who knew and loved him. May you all know peace and comfort from those around you. Our prayers and thoughts are with all. Doug and Sheran
Daniel Sitzler
March 19, 2013
Andy was an amazing person and so full of life. A great dad who loved his family very much. He had such a wonderful sense of humor and I always enjoyed our conversations about bowling and life in general. He will truly be missed.
March 19, 2013
Andy will be truly missed by so many..He touched peoples life with his smile and kindness my heart goes out to Adam and Debbie and the whole family prayers to all.
Trudi Tooke
March 19, 2013
You were and will always be a light in so many lives
Genie De Souza
March 19, 2013
Please accept my heartfelt condolences. There are no words to help console you at this time, but know that we care about you all. Our prayers go out for the repose of Andrew's soul, and for the family he loved so dearly. God Bless.
Genie D'Lima De Souza
March 19, 2013
There are no words for the loss that you all are feeling. Just know that Andy was a man amoung men with true integrity and a passionate love for all his family. He will be so deeply missed and his memory cherished. Our lives were made better for knowing him. I love you all so much and may God give you peace. Louise and Kenny
Tammy Preston
March 19, 2013
With such sadness and loss at your passing we grieve for you. your boys and daughters will miss you so as will all of the family. It is so sad that you will not be with us in the occations ahead but you will be in our hearts. You made sure that your family new how you loved them and for that you leave them peace. As I started my family it was conversations and warm fondness that we shared I will hold forever in my heart. So for now it is goodbye.
Paul Reyes
March 18, 2013
I always enjoyed talking to Andy in the morning at work. We would always talk about fishing, camping, and cars. He was a great person to be around.
Diana Green
March 18, 2013
Andy was a wonderful man, always jovial and lovely to be around. My life is made better for having known him....
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