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Anderson Hanchett Obituary
Anderson Hanchett Jr. passed away Sept. 23, 2006.
He was born in Port Arthur, Texas, and later moved to Oxnard, where he was a resident for 32 years.
After graduation from Lincoln Senior High School, he attended Prairie View A&M University, where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering. Andy was a Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps (NROTC) member of the Alpha Psi fraternity.
After graduation, he accepted a position as an electrical engineer with the federal government at Port Hueneme Naval Base. He was employed with the federal government for more than 25 years.
Andy, an avid golfer, was a member of the Pro Duffers West Golf Club and played in many charitable golf tournaments. He also enjoyed bowling, had a love for fishing, playing chess and traveling.
Andy had a passion for education and learning and enrolled at Oxnard College for classes in computer technology.
He was preceded in death by his brother David Hanchett and his father, Anderson Hanchett.
He is survived by his son, Anderson III; his wife, Sandra; his two sisters, Madeline Apabio and Pauline Fonteno; brother William Hanchett; brother-in-law, Uwemeno Apabio; and a host of nephews, nieces, grand-nieces and -nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.
Andy is and will be deeply missed by his family. His bright smile, words of encouragement and consideration for others cannot be replaced, and will forever remain in our hearts.
Visitation will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 28, at Church of Christ, 1815 San Marino St., Oxnard. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 29, also at Church of Christ. Burial will follow at Ivy Lawn Cemetery, Ventura.
Arrangements are under the care of Conrad-Carroll Mortuary; phone 1-805-487-4911.
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Memories and Condolences
for Anderson Hanchett
October 25, 2006
Please read the first poem. It has brought tears but also has been comforting. We love and miss Andy very much.
Always,
Sandra & A J Hanchet
Sandra & AJ Hanchett
October 25, 2006
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2006
Pauline Fonteno
October 25, 2006
A wonderful son and brother, what more can you ask for? He will be greatly missed and never forgotten. We will forever cherish his memories and hold him dear to our hearts! We love you Andy.
Sandra & A.J. never astray from the Lord, keep him by your side and he will see you through your sadness. We, thank you for everything that you have done for him.
Mother Thelma Hanchett and sister Pauline Fonteno
Madelyn Apabio
October 25, 2006
It has been a month and two days today (10/25/06)that my dearly beloved brother departed this world. I think about him everyday. He was such a wonderful and marvelous brother to me and an outstanding uncle to my children. He will be greatly missed by all that knew and loved him.
To Sandra & A.J. thank you very much for taking good care of my brother. I Love You!
Madelyn Hanchett Apabio, Paris, Uwem Jr., Itoro and Akan
Sandra Hanchett
October 23, 2006
We express our sincere thanks and appreciation to all of you who signed this guestbook in remembrance of our loved one, Andy. Take care of yourselves and as Andy would tell us "Hold on to God's Unchanging Hand"
Chevon Fonteno
October 19, 2006
My uncle was a great man and is dearly missed. Sandra and A.J. keep God near and he will see you through your pain! Love you...
Chevon and Makaila Fonteno
Jermaric and Coffy (Hanchett) Gray
October 5, 2006
May the arms of God comfort you and keep you.
We send our deepest sympathy and our prayers.
Shawnae Bowen
September 29, 2006
May "GOD" bless your family,at this time of need...
Wiiliam d Magee
September 29, 2006
I wish to send my deepest regaurds and sympathy to the entire Hanchett family.If the world had more people like Andy in it.It would be a much better place to be in.I for one am a better person for knowing him.Consider yourself blessed should you ever have the joy of meeting someone as genuine,kind,caring,loving,and faithful as Andy.Thank you Andy for making me a better person and showing me a different way.You will be deeply missed by myself and many others.May god bless you and your family.
Anderson J. Hanchett III
September 29, 2006
My father is a great man, and I will miss him dearly. He has taught me a lot, and in my opinion, was a perfect father that succeeded in raising his child, being a great and loyal family man, and set the example of fatherhood for me.
Bee Johnson
September 29, 2006
To Sandra Hanchett :
May God bless and keep you and your family always. Look to Jesus and
He will see you through. I know that Christ is in your heart.
Remember that Jesus is always there for you and your son. Revelation 14:13 says : I hear a voice from heaven saying unto me write blessed are the dead which die in the Lord. “Let them find rest from their labors, for their works accompany them”.
Love,
Bee Johnson and Family
Clara Gilliam
September 29, 2006
To Sandra, A.J., and Family
You’ll have my sympathy. With God’s blessings over you’ll, nothing is
impossible for God to do. God is good all the time and all the time God
is good.
Love Always,
Clara Gilliam and Family
Jane Narcisse
September 29, 2006
To Cousin Sandra, A.J., and Family
We love you’ll dearly. We know that God is in control and all things
work together for the good of those that love God. And God is able to make all grace abound to you, so that in all things
at all times, having all that you need, you will abound in every good
work”. 2Corinthians 9:8: God promised that trouble would not last always and that joy would come in the morning.
Love Always,
Jane Narcisse and Family
Steve Tack
September 29, 2006
I am deeply saddened by this loss. Andy was truly one of the few GREAT GUYS one meets over the course of an entire career. I worked with him for many years at NAWCWD and learned a tremendous amount from his gentle nature, his sincerity and his professional demeanor. I will miss Andy and forever remember him.
PAUL SHORTER
September 28, 2006
I MET ANDY THROUGH PLAYING GOLF WITH THE PRO DUFFERS AND AS A TEAM MATE SOMETIMES PLAYING WITH HIM AND AGAINST HIM, WIN, LOSE OR DRAW, HE ALWAYS HAD THAT BIG WONDERFUL SMILE. HE WOULD GREET YOU WITH A HUG. I NEVER KNEW ANDY TO HAVE A BAD DAY. I KNOW HE WILL BE MISSED BY ALL WHO KNEW HIM.
James and Sandra Hanchett, Jr
September 28, 2006
We were so sadden to hear that God called Anderson home. May God comfort you all doing this time of grief and sorrow. We will not be there with you all in presence but we will in Spirt and our prayers are with you. God is a God that never fails nor will He ever leave us or forsake us, He will see you through this day by day.
We love you all,
Donna Sawyer
September 28, 2006
I have always been so proud to be known as Anderson's cousin. We always called him "Lil Anderson". His bright smile just always warmed my heart. He was the perfect example of a gentleman to me. My love and prayers are with the family.
ART & HELEN HUGHES
September 27, 2006
My heart is hurting.Andy and I were golfing buddies for twenty years.We were members of the same church and were members of the Pro Duffers west Golf Club.I have never met anyone that was as nice as Andy.Andy And I as partners in Golf were winners many, many times.I will never forget Andy,a great friend.Sandy and Anderson, Helen and I are praying for you at this difficult time.
Essix "Jayme" Jackson Jr.
September 26, 2006
One of the nicest if not the nicest person I have ever met.....AWESOME person....I learned "allot" just from Andy's "hello" and kind heart...he will be so very missed !
Gloria Trammell (Crudup)
September 26, 2006
I worked with Andy since 1987. He was a great guy with a true love for his family and God. I enjoyed working with him. He will be missed.
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