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Andrew DAWSON Obituary
Andrew, beloved son of Elaine and Paul Lynch and Paul Dawson; loving brother of Benjamin (Simone) Dawson and Tiffany (Joe) Brandabur; cherished uncle of five. July 20, 2011. Age 34. His smile and caring personality will always be remembered. Visitation will be at Vorhis & Ryan Funeral Home, 11365 Springfield Pk., Springdale Friday from 5-8 PM. Additional visitation will be at Chapel of the Transfiguration at Bethany School, 495 Albion Ave., Glendale Saturday, July 23, 2011 from 9 AM til time of service at 10 AM. Condolences to www.vorhisandryan.com.
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for Andrew DAWSON
Greg Barrow
February 26, 2013
I stumbled onto this page randomly and so sorry for the loss of Andrew. Nothing but fond memories spent with Andrew during those great Bethany days. Andrew made sure they were never boring, thats for sure. Much to soon indeed..Greg
Paul Dawson
May 1, 2012
Dear Andrew .... You have been gone over nine months now and my heart still burns each time I remember that call received on July 20, 2011. Yes, I knew you could leave us before your time, yet when it came I was crushed. A father doesn't expect to outlive his son, and your loss from the family was so difficult to understand. I live each day, with the memories of our years together, enjoying, again, all those happy times with you, Ben, and Tiffany doing what a dad and his kids enjoy. You had that beautiful smile and such a treasured laugh, and most of all those twinkling eyes. I thank God for you! He gave Andrew to us in Nashville and you were my country kid. The blessings received from you each day of your life were so rich and loving. Yes, things changed dramatically as those dark days came. Yet,you continued to love us all unconditionally. There is no doubt in my mind and heart that the day will come when we will again be together and experience a life so rich and beautiful. Once again we will take a walk in the woods high up above our earthly haunts of old, next to a running creek enjoying the companionship of Ben and Tiff and enjoying the wonders prepared for us in Heaven. God loves all of us and understands what you faced here on earth and how much pain you were enduring. You are pain free, your body is whole, and you are once again smiling with many new friends.
Till we meet again I send all my love and a warm, fatherly hug.
Dad
p.j herrington
January 19, 2012
I had a chance to drive through Bethany while briefly in town over the holidays. I hopped out and remembered the time I chased andrew from the gym to the office. Headlocks and punches the whole way. We were friends by the end of that day. Gone too soon friend.
P.J.
candace elbrecht
August 12, 2011
i will always miss you. that smile, your personality, the way you always made people laugh,
put people before yourself. i just wished i had answered the phone call you made a few days before. i will question what it was about forever. i know your safe now and in no pain. i will pray for you elaine, paul, paul, tiffany, and ben. love you andrew forever and always
Tiffany Brandabur
August 4, 2011
Andrew D. Missing you. Love you completely. You were special to so many. A part of me is gone; I want it back. Cole & Cole are saying a special prayer for you nightly. You had a unique bond with the boys. Always playing with them and giving them a special smile and giant hug every time you saw them. Not to mention how you connected with them on their level making playtime so grand. We are all sad and are trying to figure out how life will go on without you. Caden doesn't want to light a candle for you but rather wants to blow it out for you. I know this would have made you laugh. Imagining that now. Sending infinite amounts of love! Your sis, Tiff
Kimberly Armstrong
August 3, 2011
Elaine,Paul and Family,
Douglas and I were just chatting when he received word of Andrew's passing. I can't imagine a greater loss. I am so very sorry. Thank GOD for his infinite wisdom. I believe he knew there would be no greater blessing than the gift of our children. No love more precious, than that between a parent and their child. I pray you find peace and comfort in your memories. Love is everlasting!
God Bless You and Keep You.
Kim Armstrong(and Douglas) Thomasville, GA
August 3, 2011
Andrew was a great friend--so many memories. He was such an influence on our lives, as kids--he had a tremendous impact on my formative years. Many of us would not have become the people we are today without him
I can remember his influence on my life began way back when we were just 6 years old: he was actually the reason my nickname at Bethany became the letter “S” for all those years. . . When I arrived in 1st grade, he was already the resident “Andrew,” so at the time it just seemed logical to shorten my name to the first letter of my last name: “S” . . . and I loved that nickname! There was something so cool about that to me. . .
Looking back, I think, that‘s really how Andrew was: he was always showing us the new definition of “cool.” Whatever he did, the rest of us wanted to do. He always seemed to know what the latest "thing" was before anybody else, whether it was freestyle bicycling, skateboarding, or even listening to the latest bands. In fact, the music he introduced to me at the time formed the foundation of the music I strive to make today, 23 years later
I am deeply saddened by this news, and my prayers are with you Ben, Tiffany, Elaine, and Paul
Kay and Ron Hayes
August 2, 2011
Elaine and family, I'm just hearing about Andrew's passing through the Bethany "hotline". We are so sorry for your loss but I hope you all know that Andrew felt loved and supported by all of you. Our prayers are with you.
July 29, 2011
Elaine, I'm just so sorry. Your heart must be broken. To me, Andrew will always be the little blonde, curly haired boy with the big grin, bringing over snakes, or carrying a skate board & building half pipes in the driveway or racetracks in the yard.
He was such a big part of our lives for so many years.
Please know that I am sending you a big hug. We are not supposed to lose our children.
Leslie Taubken
bob goldman
July 28, 2011
i really like andrew. this is very, very sad.
Shelly Henderson
July 27, 2011
I'm so sorry for you- Aunt Elaine, Paul, Uncle Paul, Phyllis, Tiffany, & Benjiman... I wish I would have known sooner... I love you all, and I loved Andrew very much too... Please know that I pray for you ALL...
Love you,
Shelly (Dawson) Henderson
Brandon Swinehart
July 26, 2011
I'm so sorry for your loss. Words cannot describe the friendship we had growing up. I will always remember the great times we had running all over Cincinnati on our skateboards. Love Brandon Swinehart
Brandon Swinehart
July 26, 2011
I'm so sorry for your loss. I will never forget my best friend growing up and all the great times we had. I remember skateboarding for hours with Andrew as teenagers, and even as adults our conversations were always about skateboarding. I will really miss Andrew and the great conversations we had. Elaine, Tiffany, Ben, Paul and Paul you are all in my prayers. Love Brandon Swinehart
July 26, 2011
I'm so sorry for your loss. I'll never forget the great times we had growing up.
Love'
Dub Swinehart
Maggie (Carlton) Buckley
July 26, 2011
just heard about this from my mom-- and I'm so sorry for your loss!! Praying that the support from your family and friends as well as the wonderful memories you hold give you strength and peace at this time. Thinking of you.
Maggie (Carlton) Buckley
July 26, 2011
just heard about this from my mom-- and I'm so sorry for your loss!! Praying that the support from your family and friends as well as the wonderful memories you hold give you strength and peace at this time. Thinking of you.
Steve Nechemias
July 25, 2011
Elaine---sorry for your loss, my prayers are with you and your family.
Craig Baynum
July 25, 2011
Elaine & family, I am sorry for your loss,he will be missed.I met Andrew about 5 yrs ago & in that time we developed a strong bond.Drew was as genuine as they come.I am truely blessed to have had him in my life.My thoughts & prayers are with you.
Laura Bachmeyer
July 24, 2011
I am sorry to hear that Andrew is no longer with us. I have many happy memories of his friendship and humor. My heart is broken and I am sorry I was unable to be there to say goodbye. I know his loss is felt by so many people who's life he touched. He was a good friend.
Ingrid & Sandy Sanders
July 24, 2011
Dear Elaine, Paul and family: Our hearts and prayers, and those of the greater family of Bethany alums and parents, are with you at this time of Andrew's passing. Our children remember Andrew at Bethany.
Scott Sanders '92 - New York
Kim Sanders Korth '96 - Denver
July 23, 2011
Elaine & Family,
We are so very, very sorry to hear this. Please know you are in our thoughts & prayers. Our sympathy to all your family. You take care of yourself.
Phyllis & Tom Gildenblatt
Bev Hatter
July 23, 2011
Elaine,
My heart is with you and your family. You are in my prayers. I am sorry I can't be there with you now.
Blessings, dear friend.
Bev
Meridith (Murphy) Grasso
July 23, 2011
So sorry to hear this horrible news. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I will always cherish my time at Bethany and having Andrew as a classmate.
Jan, John, Jonathan & Janelle Vanderplough
July 22, 2011
I am so saddened by the news of Andrew's passing. I still remember his has the blonde headed little boy running and playing with Jonathan and Janelle. He was so smart and so special to everyone who met him. He will be greatly missed by those whose lives he touched. He had so many good hearted, loving qualities. Our prayers are with your family as you go through this difficult time.
Shirley Sarley
July 22, 2011
Elaine and family, I am so so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Love, Shirley
Martha King-Andriacco
July 22, 2011
Elaine and family,
My deepest sympathy to all of you. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
July 22, 2011
We were so sorry to hear about this. Our prayers and those of Samantha are with you.
Janice & Doby Curran
Thomas Mocahbee
July 22, 2011
May the road rise to meet you. May the wind be always at your back.May the sun shine warm upon your face.May the rains fall soft upon your fields and until we meet again, May the Lord hold you in the palm of His hand.
Tom Mocahbee
Leigh & Kathy Koops
July 22, 2011
We are all so sorry to hear about Andrew. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Ellen Fuhrman
July 22, 2011
Elaine & Paul, I am so sorry to hear about Andrew. I have wonderful memories of Andrew & my Chris with the snake at Paul Meadows. My thoughts & definitely my prayers are with you all.
July 22, 2011
Elaine and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about Andrew's death. I know this was such a shock for you and the family. I am out of town in Atlanta but my heart goes out to you and I am praying for God's comfort and peace throughout these days ahead. Remember: Phil;4:13 Be Strong. love, Sheilah Dallas
Connie Koenig
July 22, 2011
Elaine and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. The loss of Andrew is beyond words. I remember Andrew and Jim skateboarding in the neighborhood every time we visited. He was very special to many people. My heart is with you.
Cary & Lori Hadley
July 22, 2011
Elaine, Paul and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I know that words are not enough at this time, but know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Carol Meier
July 22, 2011
Elaine and family, I am so very sorry to hear of Andrew's death. Please know that my thought and prayers are with you and the family.
Candace and Patrice Kirksey
July 22, 2011
We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your son Andrew. You are in our family's prayers.
Bethany School Graduates Candace ('04) and Patrice ('06) Kirksey
Claude Dallas
July 22, 2011
We are all saddened by the loss of Andrew. Your family has demonstrated faith, love and hope throughout all of his years. God is supreme and will get you through this. Your examples of loving your children has been an inspiration to so many.
Angel & Jeff Cianchetti
July 22, 2011
We are so sorry to hear about Andrew. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
July 22, 2011
Elaine and family: I'm so very sorry about your loss. Your love for Andrew was all encompassing. Please know that you and your family are in my prayers.
Pat Madyda, Sharonville, OH
Deanna Brooksbank
July 22, 2011
Elaine and family, I am so sorry to hear of Andrew's loss. I know that he has a very big piece of your heart, and it is certainly a life cut too short. My thoughts are with you now, and a great big hug to you. Elaine, you have always been such a dedicated and loving mom to him, and I am sure he knew that. Take care of yourself and each other.
Julie Grote
July 21, 2011
I'm sorry to hear this. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
-Bethany School Grad
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