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Thomas Andrian Obituary

ANDRIAN Thomas "Tommy" G. Andrian, 57, of Columbus, went to Soar with the angels on March 13, 2011 surrounded by his family and friends after a courageous battle with cancer. Born March 12, 1954 in Athens, OH and was preceded in death by his mother Ruth Ann Grover, Athens, OH, step-mother Mary J Armstrong, Hayesville, OH. Leaving behind to cherish his memory is his father, Thomas George Andrian; sister, Christina Chandler; brother, David (Stephanie); wife, Elizabeth Grabiel-Andrian; daughter, April (David) Halves, son, Jacob; daughter, Jennafer; grandchildren, Brianna, David Jr., Nevaeh, Savannah, Jordan; nieces, Ann Solove, Sarah and Emmy Fout, Ashlie and Megan Stanley, Calista; nephews, T.J. Hoover, Kalib and Zach Amos, Camden, Dawson; special sisters-in-law, Natalie (Ron) Obernolte, Becky (Steve) Bindi; and long time companion, Kim Tackett. He attended Bexley Schools where he was a gifted athlete. He was a US Army veteran. He spent his life proudly as an expert roofer working for many companies, including his own. He will be greatly missed and most remembered as a giving, loving, devoted family man. Memorial contributions may be made in Tom's name to the American Cancer Society. Funeral arrangements are private. Arrangements by EVANS FUNERAL HOME, 4171 E. Livingston Ave. www.evansfuneralhome.net

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Mar. 16 to Mar. 18, 2011.

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Greg Sweney

April 9, 2011

Tom Andrian was a true original. He left a great impression , a lifetime impression, on anyone who knew him, or spent time around him, or loved and cared for him. I couldn't be more sorry to hear this news, and my prayers and sympathy go out to all his friends and family.

March 26, 2011

dear daddy,
Not a day goes by that I don't think about you, losing you is the hardest thing I have even done keep watching over all of us heathens so we stay in line all of the grand kids miss you. love always your A#1

March 18, 2011

My sympathy to the family. Tom was a good friend. I will miss him.
Dr. Paul Leithart

Keith Reymann

March 17, 2011

Emmy and Family,

Sorry to hear of your loss. Keep your head up and remember all the fun times. You are in my prayers.

Becky Grabiel Bindi

March 17, 2011

I am glad your long suffering has ended and you can now rest in peace gently in God's embrace. Miss & love you Tom. I will be watching over your kids.

March 17, 2011

Thank you for your service to our country.

Blue Star Mothers of America
Buckeye Military Moms, Chapter 9
Worthington/Cols. OH

Melissa Lincoln Richwine

March 17, 2011

Chris: I am so sorry. You and your family are in my thoughts during this difficult time.

Jody Halves

March 16, 2011

From Martha Vandayburg and Gene Vandayburg: We Will miss our good friend. We have alot of memories. See you in heaven.

From David and Jody Halves: We Will miss the smile on your face, and the smile you brought to so many other faces. God Bless.

Dad in his uniform

April Andrian-Halves

March 16, 2011

My daddy was a funny, loving man and all thoes who knew him were blessed. If you were family then nothing bad was going to happen to you. he was AWSOME!!! I will miss you everyday for the rest of my life. Love Always your little girl, A#1 april

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