Andrew Charles Kimble

Andrew Charles Kimble

ROCHESTER - Andrew Charles Kimble, 58 of Rochester passed away due to a failed heart that was filled with much love for his children and friends on Monday, August 25th. 2014, at home of friend Forrest Perreault.

Andy was born December 29th, 1955, in Rumford, Maine the son of John R. and E. Barbara (Mattor) Kimble. He attended local schools and was a 1976 graduate of Portsmouth High School after having moved to the area at that time.

After serving in the U.S. Air Force he was employed at Tri City Dodge in Somersworth, and North East Painting in N. Berwick, Maine. He later became a self employed painter. He took great pride in his work and many homeowners in the area are witness to his talent. He was a member of the VFW and American Legion.

Andy loved his children and family and talked highly of them often with close friends. He was a "simple man" as his son Andrew Jr. puts it He enjoyed the basic things in life such as camping, canoeing, even paddling in the back yard once during a flood. He fed and listened to the birds, was a gardener and cloud watcher and enjoyed scenic rides. Andy enjoyed taking his kids to Milton falls to fish and feed the ducks and also enjoyed spending time at his family camp in Norway, Me. He had a smile that would light up a room and made friends wherever he went. He loved the Holidays, Halloween being his favorite. He loved to decorate to get a good scare out of the kids. A long time joker with a good sense of humor. He had a love for music and playing the drums. U2 being one of his favorite bands and memories of him drumming away to the beat of a song whether with his hands or sticks will always be remembered. He always tried to make the best of everything and put a smile on everyone's face. Andy will be forever missed by many, gone but NEVER forgotten. He was a kind hearted, gentle soul. RIP dad, you are loved Forever, For Always and No Matter What!

Andy is predeceased by his father John R., mother E. Barbara and elder brother John D. Kimble. Surviving family members are brothers Daniel E. Kimble and family of Fayette, Maine; William R. Kimble and wife Ellen B. Kimble of Haines City, Fla.; sister Ellen F. Kimble of Glen; son Brian Kimble of Sanbornville; daughter Jennifer Kimble and fiance Jason Monahan of E. Wakefield; daughter Kristin Grasso and husband Jamie Grasso of Essex, Vt.; son Kevin Kimble and girlfriend Cassie Milliner of Portsmouth; son Andrew Jr. Kimble of North Berwick, Maine; 7 beautiful grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

A celebration of Andy's life will be held September 21st, 2014 from 11-4 at the VFW post 4485 43 High Street Somersworth, N.H. A private burial will be arranged by family. Flowers may be sent to the VFW Post 4485, 43 High Street, Somersworth, N.H. 03878 on Saturday, September 20th. Donations in Andy's name are wished to be sent to Another Chance Animal Rescue, P.O. box 552, N. Berwick, Maine 03906.

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