Andy F. Aldrich, 57, went home to see his wife and be with the Lord on Tuesday, Aug. 21, 2012. Memorial service: 3:30 p.m. Saturday in Mount Olivet Chapel. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at Mount Olivet Funeral Home. Andrew was born April 26, 1955, in St. Joseph, Mo., to Betty and Darwin Aldrich. He was preceded in death by his wife, Diana K. Aldrich. Survivors: Children, Nathan Aldrich, Chelsea Aldrich, Melissa Sullivan and Jeff Offutt; six grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; brothers, Winky Aldrich and Timmy Aldrich; sisters, Janine Peck and Becky Fuller; and numerous nieces, nephews, other family and friends.

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Published by Star-Telegram on Aug. 23, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for Andy Aldrich

20 Entries

Susan Grigsby-Morris

August 18, 2013

Andy,
I've thought of you many times since I saw you at the Wycliff reunion. We wanted to catch up with each other, but it was difficult to talk. I was in charge of folks signing in and taking pictures.
It is so clear in my mind when we were in 1st grade together. You won the "Best Hand Writing" award, and Mrs. Knight put your papers on the bulletin board. Your cheeks would turn red, you smiled your sheepish grin (embarrassed) and rolled your eyes.
We always hung out on the play ground playing kickball, 4-square, and/or dodge ball.
In 5th grade you asked me to be your girlfriend! We talked on the phone for hours (I had to hide in my parents' bathroom with the phone cord stretched to the max). It was so easy for my Mom to find me, just follow the cord! You gave me an orange plastic ring to show we were going together. When we broke up, also in 5th grade, I put the ring inside your desk. After that, someone took it and it was gone.
You were a very special individual, and I am thankful to have known such a kind man.

Chelsea

January 14, 2013

I miss you Daddy!

Peggy Garrett

August 25, 2012

Chelsea, Janine and family, my heart is heavy and you are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Delores Patton

August 25, 2012

Andy ..you will forever be alive in my heart and soul. Infinity ...

Tim Aldrich

August 25, 2012

what to say what to do, I dont know, I was lucky I got to have you all my life, now there is a huge hole..................the things we did the times we shared the things brothers do, I have all of that to cherish, its funny how song lyrics and life go together, to quote a Kris Kristoferson song (and in your honor) " the beer I had for breakfast wasn't bad, so I had one more for desert ".......I gonna miss you brother, but I know we will be together again, for our midnight rides.

Bobbi Arthur

August 25, 2012

Chelsea and family,
We are so sorry for the sudden loss of your dad but know that he's with your mom now and both of them are your angels watching over you. Delbert and I became a part of your life many years ago when you and Amy played softball together. Always remember that we,Amy,Cory & Bert,Lisa & Clint,& Tiffany will always be with you to love you, support you, and a phone call away when you need any of us for anything.
I love you sweet girl!

The Reeves Family

August 24, 2012

Sending our deepest condolences and prayers to your family. We're so very sorry for your loss. Jimmy thought of Andy like a second father and always appreciated his kind words of advice.

LIzbeth Warren Sowell

August 24, 2012

Janine, so sorry to hear this news.

Judy Heidelberg

August 24, 2012

I will always missboth of you.

Chelsea Aldrich

August 24, 2012

Hey Daddy. I am at a loss of words and I am not sure what to say. Say Hi to Mommy for me. Give her my love. I love you more then you will ever know. You were my rock, my main man. I am feeling empty without you. Thanks for letting me know like I asked you.

Still loving you.

John and Kathy Farr

August 23, 2012

Dear Aldrich Family,
We're truly sorry for your loss. Your pain is heavy now, may your fond memories help to ease your hearts. We hope the plumerias in heaven forever surround Andy.
Love to all,
John and Kathy Farr

Carole Cole Martin

August 23, 2012

Becky, My prayers are with you and your family...

Dr John and Terrie Wheat

August 23, 2012

Our condolences to all the family, and special prayers that the Lord comforts you, and gives you peace. Andy and Diana are together now, in glory, and are experiencing a love like they've never known, even as much as they loved one another here on earth. I remember asking them if they were newlyweds when they moved in next door. I had never seen anyone married more than just a short time, that happy, always together, smiling and laughing every time we saw them. That love is magnified a million times over, now that they are together again, sitting around Gods throne, for all eternity. You and Diana will always be missed. You were wonderful neighbors, and John will miss Andy, as they stood in the yard and talked so many, many times about anything, and everything. Like 2 old women hanging on the back fence! Ha! Rest in peace, love, and eternal happiness!!!

August 23, 2012

He was always a sweetheart. He's with his wife that he missed so much.

Debbie Fagan

August 23, 2012

So sorry to hear of the loss of Andy. He was a part of my younger life and will be remembered.

August 23, 2012

R.I.P. Andy, as for the family, i'm so sorry for ur loss.

Margie Kelly

August 23, 2012

I am so very sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers.

Chelsea Barrett

August 22, 2012

Andy I can't explain how much I am going to miss you giving me crap about going vegan,..and how I wouldn't be able to eat chocolate anymore. I will never forget all the days I opened with you and Victoria at work and how we would always have so much fun talking about everything. You were a great person and you helped me get through some stressful times. I wish you didn't have to leave so soon but you are with your wife now,..and I know that's where you want to be. I love you,..rest in peace

"In death you left a heartache tha no one can heal,..and in life you left memories no one can steal"

Mercedes Seidel

August 22, 2012

Becky, I am so sorry to see your brother's obituary. Please know you and your family are in my prayers.

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