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Andrew Wilson Obituary
He was born on April 18, 1981 in Charlottesville, Virginia; a son of Brian and Patti Shirley Wilson.
Andy was preceded in death by his grandmothers, Barbara Shirley and Wanda Wilson; his grandfathers, Bill and Gene Wilson.
Andy is survived by his parents, Brian and Patti Shirley Wilson; a daughter, Callie Wilson and her mother, Sharon Belvin; a girlfriend, Courtney Withrow; a stepmother, Jeannine Wilson; a stepfather, Stanley Morris; two brothers, Ryan Wilson and Jonathon Morris; one sister, LaDonna Murphy and her husband, David, and their children, Chelsea and Skyler; a grandfather, Donald Shirley; a great grandmother, Edith Collins; aunts and uncles, Crissy and Joe Lester and their children, Ashley and Dustin Lester, Karen and Chris Berry and their children, Don, Jessica, and Brandon Berry, Donald and Candi Shirley and their children, Kelly, Amber and Daniel Shirley, Vicky and Denver Spurlock and Randy and Barbara Wilson; a host of other family members and friends.
Andy was a proud member of the Greene County Rescue Squad serving for five years and was a paramedic for the University of Virginia Medical Center.
He was a Civil War reenactor with the 34th Virginia Infantry and served on the Battle of Stanardsville Committee. He was also active in Habitat for Humanity.
The family will receive friends from 9 until 11 a.m. on Thursday, February 15, 2007, at Mt. Olivet Church of Christ in Dyke, Virginia.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, February 15, 2007, at Mt. Olivet Church of Christ with the Reverend Janet Legro officiating.
Honorary pallbearers will be the members of the Greene County Rescue Squad, the reenactors from the 34th Virginia Infantry, and Andrew's friends.
The family requests that donations be made to the Greene County Rescue Squad, P.O. Box 302, Stanardsville, VA 22973.
Ryan Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
Memories and Condolences
for Andrew Wilson
Della Morris
November 21, 2007
Hey Buddy
Just Dropped in to say hi and to wish you a great thanksgiving i know your up there with our lord and i know you are looking down here on all of us and guiding us though are love of EMS.
Your friend always Della
Joyce , Steve
March 1, 2007
I am so so sorry for the lose of Andy he was not only a great medic but also very important to many people may God bless your family in this time of need.
Angie Wood Sims
February 23, 2007
Brian,
I'm so sorry about your loss. I pray that the memories you have of the special times you shared with your son will bring you comfort for healing through such a tragic loss. I pray God's blessings of love and comfort to you and your family at this time.
God Bless.
Pat Taylor-Beasley & Anthony Pugh
February 23, 2007
Brian, Patti & Families,
I was so sorry to hear about Andy. You all have been in our prayers since we first heard about the tradegy.I didn't know him but it seems that he grew into a fine young man that you all can be very proud of. May you be at peace with your memories of him.
God Bless You,
Bob and Beth Townsend
February 21, 2007
to the Wilson Family, our prayers are with you. you should be pround, he was a good Medic, a good father, a friend to all. may you find peace in your hearts.
Beverly Fariss
February 20, 2007
Brian and J9,
My heart is heavy to hear of your loss. I can only hope that time, family, friends and prayers can help console you and to help celebrate Andy's life. Please let me know if there is anything that I can do to help you.
Cary McCormick
February 20, 2007
To Sharon And Callie:
I am so sorry to hear of your loss, I live about 2 hours away and was shocked to read online through the GC Record that this tragedy had occurred. i dont personally know what it is like to lose someone, but Callie will definetaly have an angel in heave to guide her on her journey through life. I pray for you both that you have strenght and courage to continue living Andy's legacy. If you need anything you can email me, I don't know of how much help I can be , but I can cry and pray and lend some words of wisdom '
Again I am sorry for your loss.
Della Morris
February 18, 2007
To Andy's Family; There are no words to express my sorrow. I will however remember, that wicked grin and the joy he brought to everyone he came in contact with he will be in my heart for every..........
Della Morris
February 18, 2007
hey buddy you dont know how much i miss u. i miss u so much that u wanting beleave. i dont know what to do anymore that i dont have u to talk to anymore. you where a true freind. but i guess the lord above had other plains for you my freind. so live free and fly high and i hope to see you again some day.
Your Freind Always Della
Van Fitzgerald
February 17, 2007
I didn't know Andy that well. I only really met him once, though saw him thousands of times in the hospital and knew conversed while one of us charted in the EMS charting room at UVA. But the short time I spend with him was inspirational. Andy was a great man. In the short time I knew him I observed him to be a loving father as well as a man who loved to joke around a be goofy. In that manor he's a lot like me, which I believe is why I think he was so inspirational. I felt that it was the least I could do for Andy to help his squad out by staffing his county while his friends and family, both EMS and biological attended his ceremony.
Rest in Peace Andy, you are, and will always be missed.
His family is and has been in my thoughts and prayers since I heard of the event. God bless you all.
Becky & Evans Oakerson
February 17, 2007
Dear Patti & Family ~ We are so sorry to hear of your loss. May your pain be eased by the prayers that are lifted up to the One that Heals all. May you find peace and light in this time of darkness. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sherry Ocheltree
February 17, 2007
Dear Sharon and Callie,
Our 2 special girls, how we love you and ache for you. You are always on our minds and in our prayers. Remember, we love you and are here for you if you need anything.
Callie, we know how much you will miss your Daddy, but he is in a good place now and some day will get to see him again, untill then, remember, he loved you very much.
We love you 2 so much and our heart breaks for the both of you.
Love,
Uncle Doug and Aunt Sherry
Courtney Tirrell
February 16, 2007
Callie, Sharon, Patty and Family....May your memories of Andy help ease the pain of losing him. And remember that Andy's presence will forever live on in Heaven. If there should be anything you need, please don't hesitate to call.
All of you are in our prayers!
Love,
Courtney, Bonnie, Meredith and Amaya
Annie Atkins and Family
February 16, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
doris,joann,paulete,chris,joe, wanda
February 16, 2007
sorry to hear about your son's death. our hearts and prayers are with you and your family.
sincerly
Cyndy Sprinkle
February 15, 2007
Dear Patti and family, I am so terribly sorry for your loss, and my heart breaks for what you must be going through. I know that you must be terribly proud of the fine young man Andy became. This is just another reminder to all of us to appreciate each day that we have with those we love.
JessicaBeverage LaurenLucey
February 15, 2007
We are very sorry for your loss. We went to school with Andy and remember him as always being kind and always offering a helping hand. We are so proud of his accomplishments and contributions to the citizens of Greene and Charlottesville as an honorable paramedic. May God have mercy on his soul and our deepest prayers are with his family, especially his daugther.
EMTLily
February 15, 2007
My heartfelt prayers and sympathy to family and friends.
Lewis & Hazel Norris
February 15, 2007
Patti,
I was so sorry to hear about Andy. I remember us both taking turns watching each others kids. When I saw Andy in December, he was so proud of his little girl. I just can't imagine what you are going through. If there is anything we can do, please let us know. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Karen Elliott
February 15, 2007
To Brian and family. I am sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. May God be with you and give you strength and comfort.
TONYA SMITH
February 15, 2007
TO THE FAMILY INCLUDING SHARON AND CALLIE I AM SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR LOSS YOU ALL WILL BE IN MY PRAYERS ANDY WAS A GREAT AND CARING GUY AND HE WILL BE A GARDIAN ANGEL NOW SHARON IF THERE IS ANYTHING I CAN DO FOR YOU OR THE BABY LET ME KNOW.
Hossane Adams
February 15, 2007
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Charles & Bonnie Frazier
February 15, 2007
Brian and Family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your loved one-Andy. Please look to God for guidance and strength as you go thru this very difficult time. May God continue to hold you up and carry you when your load becomes too heavy. He is always there for you to lean on. Trust in him always. Our prayers are with you . God bless each of you.
Our love and support,
Charles and Bonnie Frazier
Mary Frazier
February 15, 2007
Brian & Family - I can never forget Ande's patience when helping with GCRS practice tests. I have seen him grow up over time to be a fine young man. God bless you all and call me if I can be a shoulder to lean on. Mary Frazier
Cutler Beasley
February 15, 2007
Brian,
My Deepest Sympathy for the loss of your Son,my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family,especially his little girl.
penny morris
February 15, 2007
Brian & family
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your love one .may god be with you and ease the hurt and pain you carry in your hearts at this time .you are in my thoughts and prayers .
Patrick Watson
February 15, 2007
To Brian, Pattie, Callie, and the rest of Andy's family. I have only known Andy for a short 3 years but enjoyed every minute I knew him. I met him working out in Greene County with medic 5 and then he came to work for UVA. He was truly a great friend. One that I loved hanging out with. I will miss his kowledge of one line comments from movies and TV shows. How he could recite them like he had seen the show 100 times. His charm and humor will be missed. I will also miss running squad with him. His compassion for his patients and willing to learn was hands down none like anyone else I know. I keep waiting outside the ER doors waiting for him to walk up with that bright orange coat on and saying "Whats up?" Then adding a Rick James comment. It was just at the Superbowl that he came over and hung out for a while with a bunch of his friends and myself. He was so happy and seemed so full of life. I was in stiches the entire time from him making all of us laugh. Andy I will truly miss you. You were a great friend and I just don't know what we will do without you. I miss my friend.
Vicki Weakley
February 15, 2007
My most sincere condolences go out to the entire family and friends that have lost this dear sweet soul. No amount of kind words can possibly bring you comfort at this time. Know that Andy is in a beautiful place and would wish you no pain.In the brief time that I got to know Andy his kindness and willingness to help others was obvious. He will be missed, but always adored.
Debbie Wilson
February 15, 2007
Brian, Jeanine & family, You are living a parents worst nightmare. I am deeply sorry for your loss. Andrew was a special little boy and grew up to be a great young man. I am sure he is with his grandmother Wanda and now knows first hand the love of God. May the peace of Christ be with you during this painful loss.
Amanda Goolsby
February 15, 2007
I remember Andy from school and living right up the street from me, Sharron and Callie please always know that Im only right down the road if you need me,at a time like this no words can make the pain go away.The whole family of Andy is in my prayers.
Felicia Garcia
February 14, 2007
Sharon,
I am so so sorry about your loss. If you ever need anyone, please call me or just stop by my house, anytime. You and your family will be in my prayers.
Ezmee Hutton
February 14, 2007
To Patti,
You are in our thoughts and prayers from one Girl Scout to another.
Greene County Girl Scouts
Sherry Ocheltree
February 14, 2007
Dear Brian, Patty and families,
As the Great Aunt to Callie, I am so thankful for Andy and my deepest sympathy goes out to all of you. I felt like Andy was a part of our family for so many years and it was a pleasure to watch him grow up. Andy was a very good daddy and one little one surly LOVED her daddy, and I know he loved her just as much,I know she will miss him so very much. My heart goes out to all of you and you have been in my thoughts and prayers. May God help you through your sorrow and may you always feel his arms around you.
In Gods Love and Peace,
Sherry Ocheltree
(Steve's sister.)
Tammy, Jessica Smith
February 14, 2007
To the Wilson Family:
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of the family. Especially to his daughter Callie and his girlfriend Courtney.
Nicole Ocheltree
February 14, 2007
Sharon and Callie,
I love you both and you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Callie, I am so sorry that you loss your daddy. I know how much you loved him. I know your mommy will always keep his memory alive for you.
Sharon, you are a strong woman. Know that I am thinking of you alwasy and how much I love you and Callie.
Give each other a big hug for me. Remember that one day you will meet him again in the Lord's house. Love you both very much.
Heather Snow
February 14, 2007
To all of Andy's friends and family,
Andy was and always will be one of the best friends that I have ever had. I will miss him more than I could ever begin to explain. I know that we all will. I looked up to Andy so much, he had become what I want to be. I thank him for all the times he pushed me to keep doing what I dreamed and can only hope and pray that I did just a little for him compared to what he has done for me. I would like to thank you Brian, and Patti for bringing such a wonderful man into this world. For the rest who had a hand in raising him thank you for I know that he would have not been the man he was without you. As all have said before please let me know if there is ANY thing that I can do for you. Also remember that Andy will always be in our hearts and minds, and that wonderful baby he brought into this world will always be our reminder of how great he is.
Dawn Thomas
February 14, 2007
Dear Wilson and Morris families-
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. God has truly received and angel.
Dawn Thomas and family
Sharon Pederson
February 14, 2007
Andy... I will never forget the night we sat together at the staging area the night Rodney died, trying to comfort each other when we heard the news. We barely knew each other but found it easy to talk and console each other. Thank you for making an unbearable night just that much easier to bear. I will miss your smiling face coming through the squad house door and the funny stories you had to tell. Every time I hear a Metallica song I will think of you Andy. Your untimely death reminds us all to live each day to the fullest. My heart goes out to your family. You will be missed and thought of every day.
Karen Morris
February 14, 2007
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Jimmy , Vanessa , JC and Nelline Keiser
February 14, 2007
Pattie, Ryan, Jonathan and Stanley
Just wanted you to know Andy was a special young man and he will be greatly missed by all. Please let us know if there is anything we can to do for you. We will keep you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Tina and James Andrews
February 14, 2007
Brian and Janine-
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Please feel free to call on us for any help we can provide.
natasha and isaiah sherwood
February 14, 2007
Im so sorry for your loss. Andy was a great guy and a wonderful father. he will be missed by all. andy always had a way to make someone smile when then were down.
Marilyn Burruss
February 14, 2007
Dear Patti and family, I just happened to see the paper and was shocked to see Andy's picture. I saw him not long ago at Fontaine with a patient and we remembered each other.(I work at Fontaine now at UVa Imaging) He was one of our kids at EFHC and I can't imagine what it is like for you. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Marilyn Burruss
Carolyn Morris
February 14, 2007
Brian & Jeannine Wilson, Pattie Wilson, Stanley Morris and family, sorry to hear about you loss, I can only imagine what you are going thru, just remember that God is with you and will lead the way and one day we all will see Andy again. My prayers are with each of you and if there is anything I can do, please let me know.
Sandra ,Ethel,Cheryl, Nancy &Carolyn
February 14, 2007
Brian & Family our thoughts and prayers go out to you at this difficult time. May God continue to bless you and your family.
Melissa Shifflett
February 14, 2007
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Andy will be truely missed.
Jackie Houchens
February 14, 2007
Brian and Family-
I am very sorry for the loss of Andy. You are all on my heart and in my thoughts. I will continue to pray for you and pray for the Lord to minister unto you all during this very difficult time. You have my deepest sympathy.
Janet Frye
February 14, 2007
To the Wilson and Morris Family, you are in my prayers for strength and guidance.
Christine and Willie Eppard
February 14, 2007
Our community's loss, Heaven's gain. I'm so sorry to hear of Andy's passing. Please know your family is in our prayers at this time. May God give you peace and understanding at this time.
Bob & Barb Walker
February 14, 2007
To Andy's Family; There are no words to express our sorrow. We will however remember, that wicked grin and the fun of him..........
shirley flora
February 14, 2007
Brian and family;
I can only imagine what you are feeling at this time. my thoughts are with you.I am really sorry for your loss. deepest sympathy goes to your entire family and friends.
Donna Shifflett Rogers
February 14, 2007
Patti, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I remember Andrew when TJ would go to Bryan's and they would all play together. Your family is in my prayers.
Lynne Morris
February 14, 2007
Brian, Jeannine, family & GCRS
I am so sorry to hear of Andy's passing. In the short time I knew him in EMT class I found him to be such an awesome person with a great personality. (Just like his Dad!)
I know you all will miss him deeply.
Always remember the fun times and the good things he did and gave to this community.
As a sister in Christ, we will see Andy again.
I will be praying for you all!
Lynne
Gwenda Snow
February 14, 2007
Brian and Family,
I wasn't around Andy alot but I will always appreciate the guidance he gave me the few times I worked with him. Just remember that you will always have a part of him in that beautiful little girl he left behind. I am sure he will always be with all of you in your hearts and hopefully that will give you some peace in the future. If any of you need anything please don't hesitate to let me know as I would like to be there for you as you are for everyone else.
Virginia Pace
February 14, 2007
Brian and Patty.
I will miss Andy's smile and hugs he always gave me when he saw me. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Donnie Lettner
February 14, 2007
Brain and family i am sorry to hear about the loss of Andy. The years i knew Andy he was always a good boy..Our thoughts and Prayers are with you and your family.....
Capt. Donnie Lettner Gordonsville Vol. Fire Company
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