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Andy Janda Obituary
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for Andy Janda
292 Entries
Raquel Janda
September 15, 2019
My dear Andy you always will be in our heart...
I thanks all your friends and family for being there for us in prayers and though ... God bless them!!
Anthony Torres
September 15, 2019
Mi primo querido siempre t tengo en mi corazon,siempre pienso en ti...aunque se q estas descansando en paz..te amo
Tu primo Anthony Torres Oquendo
Brittany Davis
January 30, 2018
I randomly thought of you today...it's funny how the mind works...we haven't talked since high school and yet, I thought of you and remembered you're gone. Such a funny feeling...remembering someone who is no longer here and realizing, for them, life stopped at a certain age. You would've been 29 by now.
I pray peace has found your family.
Charity Staley
February 27, 2015
its been such a long time since we've seen your face, heard your laugh, seen your beautiful smile, Andy... I remember the youth group spaghetti dinner with Mrs. Jackie so clearly as if it happened days ago.. you would have been 26 this yr (2015). I remember your home going at church (OLA), walking up to your mother and seeing the pain in her face and feeling the pain in her heart but when she looked at me, and my spirit looked back at hers, for a split second her smile lit up & I knew that is wasnt her looking back at me but your spirit looking through her to me through my eyes. May you rest in peace in God's paradise.
Robin Thomas
September 11, 2014
Remembering you Andy as the anniversary of your passing draws near, we may never understand the WHY to things but we sure know Heavens Garden is shining brighter since you've been there....
Raquel Janda
February 6, 2014
Andy I love you !!!!
Mom
[email protected]
Michael Deal
September 15, 2013
HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAREST ANDY !
You are still deeply missed.
Matthew & Michael Deal
Joe Deal
September 15, 2013
Happy Birthday in Heaven Andy !!!!
We miss you Andy and we will see you one day . Thinking and Praying for your family . Joe , Dana , Matt, Mike & Kylie Deal
Dharna
September 15, 2013
It's been 8 years and I can't believe you've been gone for so long. You're forever missed and forever loved. All I wish is that your family could be whole again. You are never forgotten.
Yolanda Arroyo
September 14, 2013
Cuando el cielo y la tierra se unen; cuando la desesperación me llevo a buscar la ayuda de un amigo sacerdote; me regalo este hermoso libro. Andy gracias por darme el consuelo que en estos momento he necesitado y espero que desde donde estés continues tu obra. Eres un angel en el el cielo.
Keith Gabriel
August 10, 2013
In a month, it will be 8 years since you left this earth. I miss you more than anything man, but you are always in my heart and on my mind. I still remember all of our good times, times where you would come to hang out with my brother and I, talk about whatever was going on that day, and trying to perfect our skills on the court. If there was one thing I could have changed before you left this earth, it would be that I would have told you that I loved you more often. I hope you are watching down on us and I know that you would be proud of us. Your parents will always be in my heart and always in my prayers. I love you Mr. and Mrs. Janda! Wish there was a way I could get in touch with you all!
Take care my friend and I will see you in heaven one day!!
María Cartagena
June 9, 2013
He visto las señales...
December 8, 2012
December 8th 2012
Dear Janda & family,
Please know we are thinking of you and Andy on his Birthday today . We are praying and think of Andy often.
THE DEAL FAMILY ( Matthew & Michael )
Joe & J ,Dana Deal
September 15, 2012
Dear Janda Family,
Please know Andy is thought about often and was a great friend to Matthew & Michael. We are thankful for those memories . You are thought of often.
ROBIN THOMAS
September 15, 2012
HARD TO BELIEVE 7 YRS HAVE PAST BY SINCE U LEFT US.WE REMEMBER THAT SHINING SMILE AND PRECIOUS LAUGHTER.YOU MAY BE GONE BUT NEVER FORGOTTEN AND WE KNOW YOUR IN GODS ARMS AND EVER LASTING PEACE WE MISS U
Maria Fossi
July 28, 2010
Dearest Robert and Raquel, I just found out about your loss and I have no words in me to console you. I can only pray the Lord for strength and comfort. We were partners in prayer when I lived in Tallahassee and often had wondered how you were. I will keep you both in my prayers and like the song "On Eagle's Wings" may the Lord Hold You in the Palm of His Hands.
April 26, 2010
Andy,
So it has been nearly five years since we all lost you. Life changed forever that day. the life that I once knew and loved was taken away. I miss you and there is hardly a fay that goes by that I do not think of you. I truly miss you and there will always be a part of me that belongs to you. sometimes I can almost feel you around me I can hear your laugh see your smile.
December 8, 2009
My dear andy
Just to tell you that I love you and
you always will be in my heart.
21 years ago was the most happy day of
my life and still. I thanks God for the gift of you. Feliz Cumpleanos!!!
Love Mam!!!
brittany leeann
December 7, 2009
ANDY JOHN JANDA
tomorrow would have been your 21st birthday....I can hardly believe it ..wow..21! That still makes me cry. The years have past but the pain has not. I will truly hope you are happy in heaven. I hope your family is doing great. Andy I just wanted to say happy birthday. I am thinking of you just as i do everyday.
love always
Brittany LeeAnn
brittany or b
October 7, 2009
sweet Andy,
Got a picture of you i carry in my heart
close my eyes to see it when the world gets dark
got a memory of you i carry in my soul
i wrap it around me when the night gets cold
and if you ask me how im doing id say fine but the truth is
not a day goes by that i dont think of you
after all of this time i still think of you'
somehow you remain locked deep in side
not a day goes bye
Brittany LeeAnn
September 17, 2009
Andy,
tuesday was officaly 4 years since you died i really miss you.
sometimes its really hard to think about how i have such a bright future ahead of me with a husband and a family and you dont. you didnt deserve to die that day you were only 16. we never even saw it coming. i guess i just wanted to say that even though it has been this long you still havent been forgoten. i miss your smile......and your laugh....i hope you are having fun inheaven with all of the angels.
I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU....
love b
britt
September 17, 2009
Andy,
tuesday was officaly 4 years since you died i really miss you.
sometimes its really hard to think about how i have such a bright future ahead of me with a husband and a family and you dont. you didnt deserve to die that day you were only 16. we never even saw it coming. i guess i just wanted to say that even though it has been this long you still havent been forgoten. i miss your smile......and your laugh....i hope you are having fun inheaven with all of the angels.
I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU....
love b
ROBIN THOMAS
September 15, 2009
TO ROBERT AND RAQUEL AND ALL OF ANDYS FAMILY AND FRIENDS,AS WE APPROACH YET ANOTHER ANNIVERSARY,OUR HEARTS ARE STILL HEAVY WITH THE LOSS OF ANDY 4 YEARS AGO.THE SMILE WE MISS SO MUCH.THE HANDSOME BOY THAT DIDNT HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO GROW INTO A MAN BUT WE KNOW THE ANGELS HAVE HIM NOW AND TIL WE MEET ON THAT SHORE U WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN HON,BILLY AND MY ENTIRE FAMILY THINK OF U OFTEN AND OUR PRAYERS AND THOUGHTS ARE ALWAYS WITH YOUR MOM AND DAD.FOR THE SHORT SIXTEEN YEARS THEY HAD YOU,THEIR LIVES WERE BLESSED AND ENRICHED TO BE YOUR PARENTS.YOU WERE LIKE ONE OF MY OWN SWEET BOY,IM BLESSED I GOT THE CHANCE TO KNOW YOU AND BILLY IS GRATEFUL TO HAVE MET A FRIEND LIKE YOU.RIP ANGEL,ROBIN THOMAS,BILLY THOMAS AND FAMILY
brittany
September 14, 2009
andy,
sweet andy tommorow marks the 4th anniversary since you died my heart is heavy. i think of you and wish you had ...the chance to live the life you deserved to live.
ROBIN THOMAS
August 2, 2009
TO RAQUEL AND ROBERT FAMILY AND FRIENDS OF SWEET ANDY,AS WE ARE DRAWING NEAR ANOTHER ANNIVERYSARY OF ANDY'S PASSING I WOULD LIKE YOU TO KNOW THAT WE WILL NEVER FORGET ANDY.EACH DAY WHEN ME AND BILLY WALK INTO BILLY'S ROOM WHERE HE HAS A COLLECTION OF ANDY'S THINGS THE YOUNG MAN WITH THE SMILE THAT LIT UP A ROOM IS STILL VERY MUCH WITH US.HIS MEMORY HIS LAUGHTER HIS SMILE WILL LIVE ON FOREVER.WE PRAY THAT THE YEARS SINCE AND TO COME BRING SOME SENSE OF PEACE.THE KNOWLEDGE THAT ANDY IS WITH OUR MAKER AND THAT FAITH IS WHAT GETS THE ONES LEFT BEHIND THRU EACH DAY.WE SEND YOU GREETINGS FROM MINT HILL WE HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON ROBERT AND RAQUEL AND WE JUS WANT TO LET YOU KNOW WE WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER AND NEVER FORGET THE YOUNG MAN THAT LIT UP OUR HEARTS AND LIT UP OUR LIVES.GOD BLESS U ALL.ROBIN AND FAMILY
Raquel Janda
February 18, 2009
I'm very greaful to all of you for still sending me messeges and calling me.
Just to let you know Mr. & Mrs. Martin there will having the third annual consert this year in memory of Michael & Andy in Kanapolis Performing Art Center A.L. Brown Highs School from 2:00p.m. - 7:00p.m. Feb. 28 / 09 c0st $5.00
God bless you!!!!!
ROBIN THOMAS
November 6, 2008
AS WE APPROACH YET ANOTHER HOLIDAY SEASON,OUR MINDS ARE ON ANDY.HIS UPCOMING BIRTHDAY,THE REMEMBERANCE OF HIS PASSING IN SEPTEMBER AND THE CELEBRATION OF LIFE WE ALL SEEK AS THE HOLIDAYS BRING YET ANOTHER YEAR TO AN END.TO HIS FAMILY AND THOSE HE LEFT BEHIND,WE LOVE YOU,WE WILL NEVER FORGET.AS IVE DONE SINCE DECEMBER OF 05,THE ANGEL ON THE TREE IS LIT IN ANDYS HONOR AND IN THE MEMORY OF THE KID WITH THE BRIGHTEST SMILE AND THE SOUL OF A CHILD THAT WE WILL FOREVER MISS.GOD BLESS U ALL.ROBIN AND FAMILY
Don Nicholas
September 15, 2008
Raquel...I just wanted you to know that you and Andy are in my thoughts and prayers today, the 3rd anniversary of his tragic death. Andy...I want you to know that God arranged for me and my friend Sarah(Propst) to finally meet your Mom on August 7th, 2008. Your Mom is a wonderful person and she loves you so very much. She is so proud of you. I had the opportunity to share with her a vision that God presented to me two days prior to us meeting. It was Christ in a long flowing robe and he had his hands outstretched and the palm of each open hand was a cross standing upright...one was for Chris Jamison and one was for Brian Garlock and they had their first names on them. However, Jesus had your cross with your name on it right in the middle of his cloak, over his heart. I know that image brought peace and joy to your Mom. I just wanted to share and let you know that although I never met you, your legacy lives on with all of those people's lives you touched, especially Sarah. God Bless and take care.
Dharna Macedo
August 7, 2008
Hey Andy, your mom's staying with us and it got me thinking about you again. I know you're looking down on all of us. Please keep everyone happy and safe, I think we all need that extra person looking out for us, especially you.
Crystal Bitzel
July 5, 2008
Dude. Andy. Chris Jamison died on the 3rd of July, 2008. I organized a candle light vigil for him, and it really reminded me and Eric Ferrufino and Jamie Adams of you. I can't believe you've been gone for this long.. The pain of losin you is still as strong as it was in 2005. And with Chris dead, now its like..wow... You never know, man. I went to college for a semester and then withdrew. I know, i know.. you'd be tellin' me that I should have balanced school and partyin.. I know, man. I didn't. But i'm gonna be at CPCC in the fall. I miss you. I wish that I could tell you all this face to face. I still have your picture above my bed,and I see it every a.m. when I wake up....as a reminder to never take life for granted. I love and miss you man.
Chace Black
March 31, 2008
What up hommie, I have been thinking about you alot lately. I talked about you in front of my public speaking class today, it felt really good to talk about you. I promise I'll keep telling people about you. I'm about to be 19 but I feel so much older, college is good though I wish you could experience it with me. Keep watching over me. I miss you so much, give me strength, I love you.
Suzana
March 1, 2008
En mi viaje a Puerto Rico, quien iba a imaginar lo q' sucedio. Durante estos últimos dos años despues de la muerte de Andy, había escuchado y leído muchas historias de las muchas cosas q' Andy había hecho para dejarnos saber q' el todavia estaba con nosotros. La historia del "paperclip" era la mas común entre todas pero yo, aunque los encontraba por todos lados, era algo incredula. Recuerdo muchas veces decir "Andy, si quieres que sepas que estas aqui, no me pongas un paperclip, haz algo diferente".
Paso el tiempo y nada. Mas bien nunca pensé que a mi me iba a suceder algo, pero en este viaje me di cuenta que si.
Por varios meses habia querido visitar a mis padrinos, los papas de Andy, en PR. Se dio la oportunidad a finales del 2007, ya que no estaba estudiando. Por diferentes razones los visité la primera semana de diciembre. Durante esta semana estuvo lloviendo por temporadas.
Bueno, sucedio que la primera mañana ahí,vi un arco iris muy bonito, tenía tanto tiempo de no ver uno, pero no pensé nada mas. Así, paso la semana y llegó el día de regresarme; era el cumpleaños de Andy (8 de diciembre). Esa mañana estaba en la sala con mi madrina Raquel escuchando la misa de la Inmaculada Concepcion, cuando vi hacia afuera y vi un arco iris muy grande y impresionante. Nunca me había pasado, pero puedo decir que solo viendo el arco iris tan impresionante, sentía algo muy profundo. Le conté a mi madrina Raquel y las dos salimos afuera y nos quedamos ahi hasta q' desaparecio. A los pocos minutes el arco iris salio de nuevo. Esta vez me quedé callada. No sabía q' pensar, porque solo lo veía y me llenaba de sentimientos. Esta vez pensé, sería Andy? Lo vi hasta q' desaparecio, no pensando q' saldría de nuevo minutos despues. La tercera y última vez que salio era aun mas impresionante. Y esta vez salio aún otro arco iris. Eran dos. Esta vez sin duda sabía q' Andy nos estaba dejando saber q estaba ahí. Yo le había pedido a Andy algo diferente, y me dio algo diferente y impresionante! Esta vez le conté a mi madrina y salimos de nuevo a ver los arco iris' hasta q' desaparecieron varios minutos despues.
Durante este tiempo estuvimos compartiendo un poco de Andy y de lo que estaba sucediendo. Y esto no fue lo último q sucedio. Esa mañana mi madrina me había comentado q' en su sueño había visto a Andy con sus manos apoyando su cara, como un niño posando por una fotografía o alguien pensando profundamente. Y da q' cuando me estaba comentando esto mi vista está capturada porque destras de ella, veo el único estatua de un angelito en el patio, posando exactamente como mi madrina había visto a Andy!
Yo se q' para algunos es algo dificil creer, como lo es para mi con los "paperclips". Yo le puedo dar una explicacion scientifica el porque aparecio el arco iris, pero no hay nada q' pueda explicar el sentimiento q' sentí o sentimos al verlo. Ahora puedo decir q' Andy estuvo ahí y me dio una bienvendia y una despedida q' nunca se me va olvidar.
GRACIAS ANDY!!!!!
Jon Fowler
December 27, 2007
The Good Die Young
It all hit me at once as soon as I walked into the funeral home as I glanced helplessly at the hysterical supporters paying their respects to the family of Andy Janda. I didn’t realize how much of an impact Andy’s death had on the community. Even the people that didn’t know Andy as a person were devastated. Andy was the greatest guy anyone could ever lay their eyes on. He was funny, caring, honest, loving, faithful, athletic, and most important of all a best friend. Andy’s death has been the most life changing event that has ever happened and I will never be the same person because of it. He changed my perspective about life, he brought the community together, and made me realize I shouldn’t take life for granted.
One beautiful September afternoon I was getting ready to play a high school soccer game versus a big rival team. All I was thinking about was my game plan to have complete domination over this team. The screaming fans really set the mood for one of the biggest games of the season. As the game went by scoreless, the intensity of the crowd really put the flame under us giving us the power to take the lead. Even though it was a great game I noticed the crowd wasn’t roaring with rage like they were just minutes before. They were all sitting down as if the game didn’t mean anything to them anymore. I became confused, but I didn’t let the distraction hinder my drive to win the game. We ended up winning the game, but the atmosphere just didn’t seem right to me. While the team celebrated with a sense of accomplishment my coach didn’t feel that same energy. He called the team to the center of the field and trembled when he said he had some bad news. I’ve never seen a grown man cry like he did. It wasn’t a cry of happiness. It was a deep cry of pain and sorrow. Tears poured out of his bloodshot eyes and he had an unordinary pasty pigment. He lifted his head and said, “I hate to tell you guys but our friend, and fellow teammate has passed away.” Andy Janda was killed instantly when the car he was riding in lost control while speeding down an old, curvy, country road. When the car slammed into the tree it burst into flames burning the passengers. Words can’t even describe the moment we all heard for the first time we would never see him again on earth. The whole stadium was in an awkward silence and no one knew what to do or say. I didn’t believe what had happened. I was in denial about the situation and I didn’t want to believe anything so bad could happen to me and my peers. I was wondering if this was just a big nightmare. My coach called all the boys in close and said a prayer for us and the family of Andy. As I opened my eyes from the prayer I had never seen so many bloodshot eyes. I had never seen so many of my friends with tears running down their faces. Head down, I walked to the bench alone, gathered all of my gear, and sat down in disbelief. I couldn’t keep it together. I knew crying wouldn’t help, but I had never experienced a situation like that in my life. A few of my closest teammates came up and we traded hugs and thoughts, but it was so painful. So painful to see how many people Andy touched in his short, but fulfilling life. I had never felt so empty in my whole entire life and it was like my heart had been sucked right out of me.
As I walked up the stadium bleachers I blamed God for all the hurt he had caused. I questioned his decision to take that precious life from us, and wondered whether or not he was a worthy God. I mean what kind of God would take the life of an outgoing sixteen year old? While I drove home I was still in a little denial that it happen so I decided to call his phone. The phone rang and rang seeming like it lasted for a year. There was no answer but I didn’t want to give up that soon. I decided to call my best friend JJ to ask him what he had heard and unfortunately I had to spread the vile news to him. I got many phone calls from my closest friends and every time someone tried to start a conversation emotions got the best of us. I cried, prayed, and finally cried myself to sleep.
The death of Andy Janda won’t ever escape my thoughts for as long as I live. This tragic event has certainly impacted my life more than anything I have ever been through. I believe everything happens for a reason, and unfortunately it happened to a close friend, but two years down the road I truly think God had a good reason for his actions. I look at life through a completely different perspective since Andy’s death. Every teenager thinks they are invincible and that nothing can happen to them. I used to think that until we lost Andy, and I realized something could happen to anyone at any second.
The most valuable lesson I learned was not to take the life given to you for granted. Not everyone has the greatest, most extravagant life, but the opportunity to live is the greatest gift of all. Life may not last as long as we planned so live life to the fullest. Make sure you don’t let anyone or anything stop you from reaching your goals no matter how big or small of an impact they may have. No matter how many obstacles keep you from your goal, just overcome them and rise to your greatest potential.
Andy’s death had such a big impact on the community. I believe the biggest challenge God wanted the community to overcome was the independence we had. We weren’t as close as we should have been. Friendships were based on looks, wealth, and popularity. When Andy died no one cared who you were on the outside, it was who you were as a person on the inside. Everyone became one big family. We were all united as one. The support from the whole community really made it possible to cope with Andy’s death. Just like I wouldn’t have been able to deal with the pain without the support of my friends, I know my friends wouldn’t have been the same without my support.
Even though Andy’s death was one of the worst experiences of my life, I believe it all happened for the best. I went through a really difficult year, but as soon as the dust settled I realized his death was a learning experience that guided me to who I am as a growing man today. I am closer to all of my peers and loved ones and I have learned many life lessons. I want to thank God for all he has done for me, and I hope I can spread all of my learned wisdom to anyone I am associated with.
Robin Thomas
September 13, 2007
To the family and friends of Andy,my thoughts and prayers are with you,as we approach the 2 year anniversary of Andys passing.I pray this finds everyone with alittle more peace in the heart and many memories in the mind.Andy was an adorable young man,that my son misses terribly.At graduation in June 07,thats the first thing he said to me,was Andy should have been graduating also.The pain of losing a child,never goes away but I hope your faith in God and family and friends makes it at least bearable.Always know you are in our heart and thoughts.
Crystal Bitzel
September 11, 2007
Andy,
its been two years almost,but the pain of missing you still is as strong today as it was that morning i heard you were gone..
i miss you so much...........
xoxo.
crystal
Robin Thomas
May 29, 2007
Dearest Andy,as this school year draws to a close,my thoughts are with you and that you would have been walking across that stage for graduation next month.Billy was speaking of the Senior Prom and graduation and thoughts of you came to mind,that all this was happening without you.He went golfing for the first time since your death,he enjoyed it but their will always be something missing.My wish,if anything good can come from loss of a young life,is that our youth learn to be responsible,do not take life for granted,cherish your family and friends and always say "I love you",as Andy always did.To Raquel,the book was inspirational,you did a fine job.Andy would be so proud and so should you.Hope you received the pictures of invitation.Always in our thoughts and prayers,The Thomas Family
Cathy Adams
April 6, 2007
Andy,
I remember you as a young boy with a beatiful smile. Apparently, you grew into a fine young man. May your soul rest in peace, eternally, and may you always watch over your dear mom and dad.
With love and prayers, always,
Cathy Adams and children (Maggie, Paul and Charlie)
Minerva Lebron (Carambot)
April 6, 2007
I pray always for you and specially for your husband. I hope God is hearing my prayers to give you both peace and relieve in your loss. I know he is fine; watching you and your husband growing in faith.
Raquel Janda
March 19, 2007
I want to say thank you to all who have offered support and prayers. There is now a web site, andyjanda.com, where you can find photos and information on the book that I wrote about Andy's life. If interested, you may order a copy from this site.
Also, please continue to write in the guest book; I like to hear from you.
Love,
Raquel Janda
Josean Oquendo
January 18, 2007
Hey Andy Happy New Years, I was in Puerto Rico for Christmas with the family we missed you at all the dinners and parties. Even though you weren't with us we felt your presence, and do not worry you'll never be forgotten. Tu primo
Roma Macedo
January 1, 2007
Hi Andy,
You are always on our thoughts and in our minds. The holidays are not the same but the smile on your face remains and your love, laughter, and joy remind us that you are happy and we must be too.
Lovingly,
The Macedo Family
crystal bitzel
December 21, 2006
happy late birthday andy.
you are forever loved and remembered.
xoxo
rip'
Crystal
Jalisa Davis
December 13, 2006
Love you and remember you forever. Your spirit still lives with us in everything we do and we pray you save us a space in heaven.
Roma Macedo
December 8, 2006
Happy Birthday,Andy. You are always in our thoughts.
Love,
Roma, Wayne, and Dharna
Luma
December 8, 2006
Happy Birthday Andy!
Today you become 18!!!
I miss ya, you know...
Crystal Bitzel
September 28, 2006
andy..............
wow. what can i say man i miss u like SSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSOOOOOOOOOOOOOOo much. and what hurts to think about is that the last time we talked, we were mad at each other.
i mean,... geez. that was the last time i talked to u. if i would have known that u'd die like a few days later i never would have gotten mad at u over something stupid like that. i'm sorry man... sorry comes just a little too late though. i sported my "r.i.p. andy" shirt on the 15th... you'll never be forgotten at Butler...me and eric and everyone miss u so much.. i was reading through the entries on here and saw neal's and man that is true..it tore him up to see those pictures of u and all... it tore everyone up and we're all still SSSSOOOO sad. gone but never forgotten, you will always live in our hearts and minds and we love u so much.... to ur family... i kno this past year has been pretty rough.. but its ok cuz God's gonna help u through it and we all know that andy is a million times happier in Heaven, and if he were here he'd tell us to not be so sad and just live life as best as possible. so.... R.I.P. andy....
OnLy ThE gOoD dIe YoUnG..<3
CrYsTaL <3 <3 <3
i love u man
Ben Pruitt
September 22, 2006
Andy,
I can't believe it has already been a year since you left us. Right now I'm in Chapel Hill packing up to go home for the memorial service tomorrow. I went to a football game last weekend and I sat next to Mike's parents for a little while and I kinda looked around for a second thinking about the game when I first met you. It brought back the memories man. Dude! You're never gonna believe it! I finally got some bling man...ok...it is magnetic, but the first time I looked at myself in the mirror, I thought of you man. Remember that we will always remember and never forget. I love you man!!!
Big Ben
Friends of Andy
September 15, 2006
Dear Andy,
This stanza from the poem,Remembrance, by Emily Bronte, pretty much sums up we feel today.
No other sun has lightened up my heaven
No other star has ever shone for me;
All my life's bliss from thy dear life was given,
All my life's bliss is in the grave with thee.
Roma Macedo
September 15, 2006
To Raquel & Robert,
There are still so many tears left for Andy. We visited the tree..so many friends, so many flowers. The priest at St. Thomas Aquinas did a beautiful mass on this special feast.He talked about Andy and it meant so much. We love you and our thoughts are with you always.
Roma, Wayne,and Dharna
Robin Thomas
September 15, 2006
To the family of Andy,on this one year anniversary of our loss,I would like to express to you all that Andy is still with us,in mind and spirit and so many memories.He forever lives in our hearts.To Mom and Dad,hope things are going well for you since the move and my prayer is that you will never forget but always remember those that love you and that loved Andy.We will never forget him.And one day we will all be reunited and I am positive,he will be standing there with that beautiful smile and sparkling eyes,just waiting for his family and friends.Wishing you all peace,love and happiness.And to Andy,may God Bless you son and the angels wrap you in there wings and keep you safe til we all meet again.
Roma Macedo
September 14, 2006
Dear Andy,
Tomorrow will be one year..
It seems that not so long ago you were still here,
Laughing and having fun,
The memories are as clear.
Time does not seem to haved dimmed the fact
That you were here.
You will always be near.
Robin Thomas
September 6, 2006
Just wanted to inform you of my new email address,[email protected]
Robin Thomas
August 23, 2006
A mothers love is a power thing with a child,but let us not forget what a son means to his father.This is for Robert.
Sixteen years went by,your dark hair,dark eyes and beautiful smile.My special boy,the one that could light up a room or a heart,Andys eyes,glowing bright with energy,fun,love and laughter.For sixteen years,I saw everything thru Andys eyes,now there are tears and sadness,but not in Andys eyes,in those left behind.Andys eyes are still glowing,still filled with that same love,laughter,fun and energy.Hes with our Lord,wings wrapped around him,cradling him when I no longer can.My world was forever changed that September day,but peace will come again.You never forget,you learn to survive,til I see my Andys eyes.
Daniel Maldonado
August 1, 2006
Querido Andy,
Solo tengo recuerdos cuando eras un ninoto y cuando eras joven y de quienes te vieron crecer.
Andy, en tus pocos anos de vida lograste a hacer feliz a muchos y tu nunca tubiste que decirlo, lo dicen quienes te conocieron. "Andy, cuando nacemos, nacemos llorando porque venimos a un mundo de dolor y sufrimiento, pero es mas bueno saber que cuando nos despedimos de este mundo, el mundo llora porque nos bamos, llora porque le hace falta la alegria que traemos dentro y porque el mundo esta falto de esa alegria que tu sabias dar... Ya sea que vivimos 15 o 100 anos, trabajamos para lograr una meta y tu ya la lograste... Gracias por tus visitas a casa y tu bonita amistad, friends...
--Daniel
Taylor Ivey
July 31, 2006
Raquel and Robert,
I sat down the other dat and found myself looking through the pamphlet from Andy's visitation. I spent a long time just remembering all the good times we had and it brought a tear to my eye. Andy was a special kid, not many people could light a room up with their appearance quite like he could. What really helps me get through is to say to myself "Andy is in a much better place now. He wants the best for us and wants us to keep on pushing". I am sorry that I have never had the chance to meet you two; but let me say that I admire you SO much. From what I understand loosing a son or daughter is basically the hardest thing to go through in life, and I know I couldn't do it. I wish you two the best of luck in the future and may God bless.
Robin Thomas
July 27, 2006
Dear Raquel and Robert,
Just wanted to let you know that Billy really enjoyed seeing you and appreciated the things of Andy you gave him.We will see you at the memorial on Saturday.I am saddened to see you move but understand.We will all miss you greatly.Do email me at [email protected] and let us know how u are all doing.And never concern yourself with us forgetting Andy,he was that type of kid,you could never forget!He will live on in our minds and hearts forever.We all loved him and think of him often.I wish you and Robert some peace and happiness as you venture into what lies ahead.I can never imagine how you must feel,but I do understand it.Being a parent and loving my kids more than life,I can understand totally your situtation.Much luck in Florida!And as my grandmother always told me,remember those we lost,with love and know that God has a new angel in heaven.The Thomas's
Raquel Janda
July 18, 2006
Thank you for caring..see you at the mass at St. Thomas Aquinas , 1400 Suther Rd. on July 29 at 1:00 in the afternoon... Look forward to Andyjanda.com..coming soon...if you have pictures for the website, send or bring to me. Love
Raquel Janda
July 16, 2006
I just wanted to inform ever one that Mr. and Mrs. Janda will be leaving to Tallahassee, FL. They will be leaving in about 4 weeks... We will have a mass in the memory of Andy on July 29 at 1:00 at St Thomas. Everyone is welcome. There will be a little get together after. Any Questions you can call Eric at (704) 323-9771
Eve Mucci
July 11, 2006
Dear Raquel & Robert,
I only knew Andy for a short time but was very aware of what a fine young man he was,I will keep him and both of you in my heart and prayers always.May God bless you with peace and courage to face each day knowing that one day we will all be together again in heaven!Please keep in touch.
Vita Maldonado
July 7, 2006
Dear Andy,
You and your parents are in my prayers. It has been very painful to accept that you are gone, but I'm sure that you are in a very special place next to our God, because he rewards the good people like you.
You will always be in my heart.
Love,
Robin Thomas
June 7, 2006
Dear Raquel,Just alittle something to let you know we are thinking of you and Robert and the entire family,near and far.Billy got your messages and we are planning for a visit very soon,between the end of school,work,and baseball are time is so short but we promise to come over very soon,hope the time in Puerto Rico healed the heart alittle.There is not a day that goes by that we do not think and remember Andy,hes that special kind of person that forever puts a stamp upon your heart.The Lord be with you.See you soon,Robin
Wendy Maldonado
June 6, 2006
Andy, I still remember when we were younger and mis padrinos and you use to live here in Tally. It's somewhat strange how things work out. For a while we lost touch after you moved. I'm glad that we were able to meet again even though it was shorter than what I had imagined. I have a picture of you and your parents when you were only a few months old hanging on my wall...You were a great kid and I can tell you that you won't be easily forgotten. I'll keep you and your parents in my prayers. Hopefully we will see each other again. Hasta entonces....
Suzana Maldonado
June 2, 2006
I'm Andy's godsister. I can say that even if I had only seen him on several occassions, I knew that he was someone very special. There aren't many kids like Andy now-a-days.
I will always keep him in my thoughts and prayers.
Andy, que descanses en paz.
Jalisa Davis
April 26, 2006
I love you Andy and i miss you. Here for you i stand in total awe of how much you have done for so many people. Save me a space in heaven. With you always and forever.
Robin Thomas
April 6, 2006
Hope the trip did you all some good and you found alittle peace within.Thinking about you always.Billy talks of Andy quite often and keeps beside his bed,a picture of him.He will truely be missed,always and forever.If you need anything you let us know.The Thomas and Hinson Family
Anthony & Addison Friedman
March 8, 2006
We love you and miss you. Great basketball/soccer player.
Raquel Janda
February 21, 2006
Andy: as you know we are in Puerto Rico. Your friends and family are still supporting. Our love for you will always be as strong as it was when you were here with us. I like to visit you at the cemetery because of the peace that I receive, I wish your friends to have the chance to come and visit you too,I know they think about you constantly. I also keep in my heart your friends, they all have been so good to me and to your dad. Everytime I talk to them is like you're there and I receive a lot of consolation. Please pray for them and assist them when they ask for your intersetion, like you have already done for some of us.
I love you Pee-Wee Andy; like I used to call you when you where younger... Love you, Mami
Robin Thomas
February 19, 2006
To the Family of Andy,I pray your time away has and will give you some peace in this loss.As a parent,and a person who knew and loved your son,I think of him often.You should take great pride in the kid he was and the man he would have turned out to be.That accomplish was due to you and God.In the times we live in,its a blessing to have a child like Andy.He truely could light up a room,when I put the angel on the tree this Christmas,Andy was who I thought of.My prayers and support will always be with you,you know where I am if you need anything.Always remember before you lay your head down at night,he may be gone,but never forgotten,he lives on in you,his smile,his faith and in the testimonies of this quest book,for he was obviously loved.
Roma Macedo
January 13, 2006
To Andy,
How we miss you! Did not have the guts to wish you Happy Birthday, Merry Christmas, Happy New Year..too sad..We have spoken to your mom and kept in touch..even from Puerto Rico..we love you all so much...it is not your birthday today, or Christmas, or New Year's..it is just an ordinary day..you are thought about each and everyday..you are so special even on an ordinary day..how extraordinay is that!There is only one Andy in our world and that's you.
Love,
Roma, Wayne, and Dharna Macedo
tabatha helms
December 30, 2005
Im Michaels sister and I just wanted to Thank all of the friends both Michael and Andy have, for being here for us all. we miss them so so much and they both had birthdays that pasted and with the holidays its all been so hard to deal with. GOD BLESS TO ALL
TITI GLADYS
December 8, 2005
DEAR ANDY
HAPPY 17TH BIRTHDAY. ANDY I MISS U SO MUCH. ANDY I WAS LOOKING FORWARD TO SEEING YOU IN YOUR TUX FOR JUNIOR PROM, I WANTED TO GO TO YOUR GRADUATION. YOU WERE SUPPOSE TO BE HERE TO SEE JOSH GRADUATE FROM BUTLER AND TIFFANY GRADUATE FROM COLLEGE. I KNOW THAT YOU ARE IN HEAVEN WATCHING OVER ALL OF US.
LOVE U AND HOPE U HAD LOTS OF FUN WITH YOUR NEW ANGEL FRIENDS
Eric Ferrufino
December 8, 2005
Andy,
Wow, i can't beleve that it is your bithday today and that u are not here to take u out to hang out. And maybe let u drive my car.I miss you alot man. I am preying for u and your family. Prey for us.
Nanice Audoume
December 8, 2005
"The Angel Among US"
Happy sweet 17th to you Andy. As much as I miss you I have learned to rejoice for you. Today you celebrate your first birthday in heaven, and we remember the years you spent here on Earth. I know that you have gone to always be here and that you will live in my heart and in the heart of many others forever. Though we miss you being here in youth group phsically, I know that you are here in a far better way. I send you the biggest birthday wish and the biggest hug from everyone who loves and misses you.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
Gone but not forgotten, I love you and I'll see you soon.
To EVERYONE out there:Today and forvermore, Whenever you think about Andy, please dedicate his favorite prayer to him. Which is the "Glory Be"
Luisa Sosa
December 7, 2005
Andy, I just wanted to say Happy early birthday b/c tmw's ur birthday! I wish u were still here with us, but i know ur in a better place watching every single person that loves and cares about u. U r always in my thoughts and prayers and ur parents as well. I can't wait to see u again in heaven!Love u much.
Luisa
Tiffany Oquendo
December 6, 2005
Andy,
What up Cuz? Thursday will be your 17th birthday. Wow! Can you believe it, you would be getting your license, and you’d be coming over here and showing it off. God, I miss you so much. I just wish you could be at my college graduation, wedding, and the birth of my kids. You would’ve of been a great “Tio”. As I sit here and wipe away my tears I realize that you’ll always be with me. It just hurts so bad, no one will ever understand the pain I felt the night I heard what happen to you. I’d do anything to have you back. Whose suppose to grow up with Josh? He needs you. Sometimes I just wonder why you? I just need one more time to hear you say “What up cuz?” and to hear you laugh and hear beg to drive my car. Andy my poor Andy, please watch over all of us. I need you to. I Love You and Happy Birthday with God.
You’re Cousin,
Tiffany XOXO
Peter & Harri Hartofilis
November 14, 2005
It is obvious by reading some of the entries that Andy's life on Earth(though it was much to short) was not wasted, he touched many hearts. I will always remember his smiling face and kind heart. It is not often that we loss someone this young that touches us so deeply. It is a credit to his parents that raised such an outstanding son. If Harri and I ever had a son I would hope he would be exactly like Andy.
Andy is definitely in Heaven paving the way for the rest of us.
Rachel & Robert, Harri & I are always available if you need us.
Until we all meet in Heaven,
Peter & Hareclea
Roma Macedo
October 17, 2005
Dear Andy,
Not a day goes by when we do not think and talk about you. It seems like it cannot be true that you are not here. What can we say to your mom and dad to console them? But,I do know that there is one more angel looking down at them.That angel is you.You will never be forgotten.
Roma, Wayne, and Dharna
Stacy Pope
October 14, 2005
I didnt find out until just now that you died. I loved you to death man. You were in my math class. And you were always so crazy. I love you and I know that you are in heaven. You were so sweet. I love you Andy forever.
Robert
October 13, 2005
Dear Andy,
I sit here tonight to write this in your guest book. Although, it seems that I shouldn't because you are not really gone. I can't imagine to see you in the car. I just can't believe that your photo space for the yearbook will be empty. I look at last year and see that you acomlished so much from academics to basketball( which you know i coudld never do) to having so much people care about you. You know how much I care about you and I just hope that whenever the time comes that you and I will see each other in heaven and be friends for eternity. I will think about you each day this year, knowing how you won't be able to walk across that stage on graduation day, or even have lunch at the Cafeteria with friends. I look for you in the yearbook from time to time okay. I dont want to say Goodbye because it's too hard. But See you later will be more like it. So, see you. I will miss you Andy Janda. Your Friend Robert
Bryan Rivers
October 12, 2005
Hey, Andy we never really knew much of each other but man it's weird to think you are not with us anymore. I will miss you man.
Lumaris
October 12, 2005
It's not easy to wake up every morning and face this. It's been almost a month...We'll never see you again, sometimes I just wanna break down and cry and cry but I remember that I should stay strong, for my family, for your mom, your dad, they need us more than ever and our support. Andy I ask you to help me and to ask God to give us the strenght to realize that you're Ok now and that we should go on with our lives but never forget you and the good times you gave us, I know we'll meet again someday...I'll just wait, it'll be worthy :) Love ya baby boy...
Mr. & Mrs. Janda
October 11, 2005
To All of you:
We want to thank you for your prayers and support during this hard time for us.The Lord gave us Andy for just a little time.He was our joy like you are for your parents.Andy may or may not have completed his misson here, but we know during the time he was with us, he accomplished a lot.One of the most important thing for him was to trust God and love him.That's why Andy always was a happy boy.
Boys and girls, we encourage you to follow your moral values that your parents are teaching you and remember to use your seat belts, drive safely, and everyday tell your family you love them.
Stay always close to God like Andy did.We know he's in heaven so that way we all can meet him again.
rick unknown
October 11, 2005
i really don't know you but you went to my school butler and man i hope you are in heaven smiling down on everybody godbless
James
October 6, 2005
Andy, I knew you at Butler and everytime I look in the last yearbook you are in, it tears me up inside. We hardly ever got to see each other, but when I saw you it makes me now want to see you again. What so hard is knowing that your face will be in the yearbook but not on the earth with me. I hope to see you in heaven where we can be friends together and have a wonderful time. I will always remeber you Andy.
Chelsea Torres
October 3, 2005
Andy...damn i can't believe you're gone...im still expecting to just wake up and this all be a dream...you were SUCH an aWeSoMe guy!!! You had so much going for you... good grades, on the Soccer Team, cute, funny, an AmAzInG smile!!! i just can't believe you're gone...it's ok though we'll all see you again in Heaven with the Lord Jesus who we know is taking good care of you... i miss you like crazy!!! R*I*P Andy i love ya boy! Boriqua Pride Papi imma pray for you and your family EVERY day XoXoXo .:*Ch&l$e@*:.
Ben Pruitt
October 3, 2005
Andy,
Its hard to believe that I only knew you for about a month and can hurt this much seein you gone. You fit in great at Central and I'll always remember the fun we had at the football games. Watch over us and keep us safe and remember that we will all be together someday.
Big Ben
PS Keep the bling and remeber that I love you man!!!!
Josh BEVERLY
October 2, 2005
Andy, knowin you for 5 long years has been great, when i moved to Concord we lost touch and then u came to Central and we became close again and i cant believe this had to happen, im gonna miss you for ever but at least knowing i'll see you again someday makes me live everyday thinkin that u never kno how precious life is...and everyone that has met you has fallen in love with you and we will never forget that unbelievable smile and that awsome sense of humor you had, let the world never forget you Andy Janda
Josh Beverly
K-ROD
October 2, 2005
ANDY...KNOWIN U FOR BOUT 3 MONTHS THROUGH SOCCER WILL BE NEVER FORGOTTEN...DUDE U AND MY WERE LIKE THE CLOWNS ON THE TEAM...FINDIN A MEETIN SOMEONE AS GOOD IS U WILL BE IMPOSSIBLE...LATER MAN...K-ROD
Adam Nguyen
October 1, 2005
RIP and may your family heal
Eric Ferrufino
September 26, 2005
IN MEMORY OF ANDY JOHN JANDA
Andy u like my brother. I love u so much. I am goin to miss u so much. I am goin to miss your smile, the way u made everone laugh, but the most i am goin to miss is a friend that would be there for me no matter what. You where liked by ever one, I have yet to hear anyone say anything bad about u. I just wished that i could talk to u one more time to tell u how u have impact my life and that i will never forget u. U r truly a great friend. I will make sure to take care of your mom and dad for u. Pray for us. I will never forget u no matter what. Evertime i play soccer, and basketball, and go to church. There will always be an empty seat in church for God's favorite Andy who is now with him in the Kingdom of Heaven. This waz hard to write cuz i am crying but at the same time i want to tell u that u were my true friend.......Brother. I will miss u. U will always be in my prays and thoughts. see u when i get up there. Say hey to everone up there for me. Andy John Janda 12/8/88 - 9/15/05 Gone but not forgotten R.I.P.
To Mr. and Mrs. Janda
You know as well as I and everone that know Andy that he was an Angel. He will always be remember as a great and loveing person. I know that it hurt to lose him but he is not really gone. He is in everones heart. He is happy know. What i wanted to tell you at the visatation was not to worry he is in a better place. I know he is look over all of us and i know that he will pretect us all. That was the kinda of guy Andy was. I will never forget him and i know that noone else will. You guys are in my prays and thoughts. God bless you and some day we all will be reunited with the Angel we all know as Andy Janda
Taylor Ivey
September 26, 2005
I first met Andy in the 8th grade at Northeast. Me and him often played basketball together and my game is better becasue of it. I have so many good memories with Andy from school and from hanging out. Andy made our 10th grade english class a delight to be in even though it was just a horrible class. Thats just the kind of person he was; his prescense would just light up a room. He was very funny guy and I'm gonna really miss that about him. Playing the game of basketball just isn't goning to seem the same anymore with out Andy, he taught me so much about the game and helped me with my jump shot. He was just a really great guy and I'm really going to miss him. Love ya bro, till the day........
Nicole Jenkins
September 26, 2005
I didnt really know Andy but alot of my friends knew him. They talked about him like he was a angel on the earth. I know that Andy was a great person, he will never be forgotten. They tell me that he always knew how to make people laugh. i guess that i was one of the less fortunate people that didnt get to know such a great and caring person. R.I.P. Andy Janda.
*I am keeping you and your family in my prayers.*
crystal bitzel
September 26, 2005
andy wow i cant believe ur gone......u were like the best ever.
you always made me laugh..mwah. and you always had the best freakin smile ever.. you could light up a room with it...!!!! too bad the last time we talked we were fighting...... well GOD HAS ANOTHER ANGEL IN HEAVEN NOW and i will miss u for ever..................... i don't know what else to say. love ya
TABATHA HELMS
September 26, 2005
I UNDERSTAND WHAT THE FAMILY IS GOING THROUGH.....I AM MICHAEL MARTINS SISTER.WE MISS HIM SO MUCH.WHY? THESE BOYS TOUCHED SO MANY LIVES..WE ALL MISS THEM SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO MUCH
Jennifer Hurst
September 22, 2005
I really didnt know Andy all that well..but I met him a couple of times and he was a great guy. I hope he is in a better place now and all that matters is that he is happy and we pray for him and his loving family. Andys family-you are in my prayers!
Sam Fassett
September 21, 2005
I miss you soooooo much! I wish that God had granted me more time to get to know you! I love you sooo much and i'm thankful that God has welcomed you with open arms! ~*Love*~ ~*SaM*~
Leyna Bree
September 21, 2005
Andy,
You never failed in making me laugh! Your smile was contagious! I think I will miss that the most. Thanks for being you! I am so sorry this happend. Just know how much you impacted so many. I will miss you Andy, I look forward to the time when I get to see that wonderful smile of your's again! You and your family are in my prayers always! Watch over us from up there!
RIP
Love,
Leyna
Kyndra Brann
September 21, 2005
Andy,
When i heard about the wreck i couldn't believe something like this could happen to someone i knew...ill will always have our memories and will always carry you and thin of you everywhere i go! I miss you so much and im sorry...You always knew how to make my day *((when i was down you would always try to fine that way to cheer me up))* i love oyu 4 ever and always R.I.P
kyndra
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