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1960
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2018
Andrew deValpine Obituary
From Kansas to Alaska, Ghana to Laos, Turkey to Uzbekistan, and finally to Virginia, friends all over the world know how Andy's mischievous grin would erupt into neck-breaking guffaws of delight. Our Andy never met a stranger, and all who knew him felt as confidantes to his boundless wit and wonder. He left as he lived, with a bang, not a whimper.
Andy is survived by his wife, Maria deValpine; sisters, Stephanie and Renee; nieces and nephew, Molly, Mary, Anne, Kit and Daniel; as well as his children, Peter, Zoe, Audrey Hepburn, Rudyard Kipling, Finbar Furey, Sugar Paws and Koocholoo.
In lieu of flowers, please eat wild salmon, adopt a dog and donate to the ACLU.
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Bil
December 28, 2019
I'm very sorry to learn this news. I've always been fond of Andy and always think of him whenever I hear a pennywhistle or a Gaelic song.
Fare you well.
Eric Patterson
February 4, 2019
I just learned of Andy's passing, and I was very sorry to hear of it. He was one of the first customers we had at our new store and became a irregular regular customer. He brought others to us too.
Until we cross paths again Andy, be well everywhere you are.
Michael Gebert
January 9, 2019
I knew Andrew at the Spencer Research Library at KU and though we weren't close friends it was fun to check in with him from time to time in our different places in the world. I had heard of his cancer battle and wrote to him then but never heard back. Sorry to hear that he passed a while back but condolences to his family and friends.
mark McLoughlin
September 20, 2018
Andrew was my "little neighbor" growing up in PV, KS. Condolences & best wishes to Stephanie (Fessie) and Rene. I remember you all, and Honey well. My mom, who is 94, sent me the obit from the KC Star.
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July 18, 2018
Reading your loved one's obituary brought a smile to my face. may your memories of such a man live with you forever.
Andys Coop
July 13, 2018
Andy was a joy to have as a neighbor and coworker we really miss him here in Anchorage, still have the coop he built for his revered chickens in our backyard.
--Rolfzen Ohana
Karen Carpenter
July 12, 2018
Such a gentle and kind soul. Could always make you laugh, with a twinkle in his eye, unending curiosity, his witty humor, integrity & the love of being with his friends & family! Gentle passings on this next journey.
Cap and Patti Chastain
July 10, 2018
My wife and I would like to thank you so very much for sharing about Andrew's life and its many joys. At ages 81 and 77 we have had more than one friend / loved one fall, hit their head, and die on-the-spot. Instantly gone forever. I travel the world and share his joys with him and with you the family. Maybe, just maybe, by mentioning how Andrew passed you may have saved a life. Again, THANK YOU SO VERY MUCH. We will remain deeply touched and moved.
Ralph Andrew
July 6, 2018
Heartfelt condolences to Andy's family and loved ones. Fair winds, Andy
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