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Andrew Lee "Drew" Holmes III

Andrew Holmes Obituary

HOLMES, Andrew Lee, III "Drew" Andrew "Drew" Lee Holmes III, born on September 4, 1996, passed away on Wednesday (August 13, 2008) in Wiesbaden, Germany. He was an honor roll student in the 5th grade at Hainerberg Elementary School. His favorite subjects were science and math. When Drew, as he was lovingly called by his family, was not concentrating on his school work, he was studying bible lessons at The Kingdom Hall of Jehovah Witnesses. He enjoyed baseball, reading, and music including playing the guitar. Drew's dream was to become a pilot. Drew was predeceased by an uncle, Deryck Moses; maternal great-grandparents, Baljeet and Suranee Mungroo and his paternal great-grandparents, Willie and Bertha Crocker. Drew is survived by his loving mother, Shevaun Z. Holmes; his devoted dad, Andrew Lee Holmes, Jr.; his beloved sister and brother, Tahanee and Daniel Holmes; maternal grandmother, Iocent Mungroo; paternal grandparents, Grace Holmes and Andrew Lee Holmes, Sr.; a host of godparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, great aunts and great uncles, and many wonderful friends, here in the United States of America and in Germany. We love Drew, but God loves him most. He is greatly missed. Funeral services will be held TODAY, August 23, at 10 a.m. in The Ahern Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to World Wide Work, Watch Tower, Attention: 25-12, 25 Columbia Heights, Brooklyn, NY 11201.

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Published by Hartford Courant from Aug. 22 to Aug. 23, 2008.

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Beatrice Adams

February 14, 2009

Darling Drew,
Happy Valentine's Day! I hope you have found your final resting place in the arms of our wonderful Lord. Did you find Grandma and Grandpa, and the rest of the crowd. I trust you did, and that you all are having fun. I promise to watch out for your mom, and your younger sister and brother. May your precious soul rest in peace.Your loving Great Auntie Bebe.

Shaun mungroo

February 13, 2009

Drew
you where with us for a few years only. We love you but God love you best. As a baby you rest on my hand. Today you rest in the hand of the Lord. I love you and miss you. your uncile Shaun Mungroo

October 1, 2008

Rest in ever lasting peace until His return Lil Drew ~ as the Word tells us;

"I will come again, and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also." John 14:3

God bless you and your loved ones…

Sheila Perry-Reveron

September 25, 2008

To the Holmes Family.

Words cannot express the love that will be missed. Even though we did not personally know Lil Andrew we feel the pain from the love of his family. May God keep you all strong and may the peace of God's love endure in your hearts. Yes Andrew will be missed but remember you will see him again.

Love Your Friends,
Jose and Sheila Reveron and Family

P C

September 23, 2008

May The Lord bless you and keep you. May The Lord shine His face upon you and be gracious unto you. May The Lord lift up His countenance upon you and give you peace. Amen.

Dawn

September 22, 2008

Drew

David, Alicia & I always remember the fun we had playing put-put together. You were and are a beautiful spirit and a blessing from the Father. We will meet again in the presence of the Father. God bless you, Shevaun.

mommy

September 22, 2008

Phoo Bear
Your sister went back to school today for the first time since you left us. I didn't think it would be so hard for me. I concentrated on her so much I forgot to think how this would affect me. As I was combing her hair, all I could remember was the numerous time I did that while telling you to get ready so you two didn't miss the bus. Drew I miss you so much and my heart hurts daily with out you. I know your resting and I'm happy about that but what a horrible life to have to live with out you now. Everything is so hard right now, even the simplest daily task brings pain because it also brings a memory of you and the loss of you. I seems like not only your life ended that day but also mine and I'm somehow trying to get started again but nothing is working out. I don't even know what to do about this hole in my chest any more. I know you can't see this but I feel as if this is my only connection to you right now. I miss you so much baby.

Pooh teaching Daniel to fly a plane in Virginia

September 9, 2008

Our first trip to Europa Park

September 9, 2008

Our trip with Angie to downtown Wiesbaden

September 9, 2008

My wonderful little family, what a treasure

September 9, 2008

Daniel and Andrew in Germany

September 9, 2008

Miss Lizzy showing you how to fix the house together

September 9, 2008

We all helped Tahanee with her ginger bread house for school

September 9, 2008

Drew and Tahanee getting on the helicopter

September 9, 2008

Drew and Tahanee after their first helicopter ride

September 9, 2008

Mommy, Tahanee and Pooh Bear at Europa Park

September 9, 2008

Donna ( aunty Donna ) Moses

September 9, 2008

To my everloving nephew, Drew,
Where do I start? Your love, adoration and devotion means a lot me. Oh! how I remember the days you helped me to make roti and curried chicken - dish you loved so much. I can still see your little fingers mixing the flour, and playing with the chicken. Drew I will give anything to turn back the hands of time, and have you near to me. Our family is really going through a hard time dealing with all of this, but we are consoled day by day, knowing that you are with the Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Little Drew I wish I was prepared for this, but then again no one is ever prepared for this. You were so young, full of love and energy. Always ready to help! I pray every day that God finds you a resting place. You will forever be remembered by me. I love you and God be with you till we meet again.

Iocent (Grandma ) Mungroo

September 9, 2008

My Darling Drew,
I really miss you. My heart aches for your presence, your beautiful smile, your special hugs and your " I luv you Grandma." Drew you have left an empty space in my heart, I love you forever. You are my little angel! I am going to cherish all the wonderful memories you left me. I will never forget you. How can I? You brought so much joy into my life, you are a part of me. I pray that you are in the arms of the Lord and that you are one of His Angels now. You are forever etched in my heart. My love, hugs and kisses. May your soul rest in peace. God's grace be with you.

frances williamson

September 8, 2008

frances williamson&family.

Rev. Brenda Wagstaff

September 6, 2008

Angela and family

"Yea though I walk through the valley of shadow of death I will fear no evil for thou are with me; Thy rod and staff, they comfort me." May the God of strength and comfort be with you at this time of your pain and grief. May you find peace with him. I will continue to pray for your family.

September 5, 2008

My prayers and love go out to Shevaun, Tahanee and little Daniel. Drew was a wonderful young man and I was fortunate to have had him touch my life. I will always remember our day at Europa Park and his delightful laughter at my terror on riding on the rollarcoaster! I am honored to have known him. He is in God's hands now... God Bless all you! Carol Jensen-Roble, Child and Youth Services. Wiesbaden, Germany.

Drew, Xavier and Orren 2/2008

Imani Nickens

September 4, 2008

In times of hurt you never know what to say, and the nature of humans in most cases is to say "WHY". Drew I wasnt with you all of your life, but the part that I did get to see, is one that I will always cherish. I can remember the day I said to your mom "He is an excellent child, and a good brother, I need my son to learn from him." And from that day you amazed me with your care and love for your siblings as well as your mom. I can not get my mind around that fact that you are no longer on this earth with us, and that all I have are the few memories of you. I can not imagine what your mother and father are feeling... it is truly hurting for me to talk of you in past tense, and I find myself at a loss of words... i understand that death is no enemy to man, but i cant help but ask GOD why. Drew, I will truly miss you, and i will always have nothing but beautiful memories of you. You were a great young man!

Angela Baisden

September 4, 2008

As I remember all your vibrant smiles, I reflect on the times we exchanged smiles. We all miss you very much but we know God promises for us to see you again. The next time will be forever. I will treasure all my memories of you in my heart. Our entire family will grow together in ways that God will be pleased with. I bought some coloring books, crayons, construction paper and markers for your sister and brother today. There's a traditional phrase that our ancestors would say, "it takes a village to raise a child" and indeed it does. I wrote this poem for you, my dear nephew. It's entitled, "God's Child".

Holy, Holy, Holy
Is Our God Above in Heaven
His child pure in heart
And full of love
We'll miss you, my sweet child
We'll see you after while
Your eyes so sparkling with peace & truth
Your hair so shiny like the sun in the sky
Your energy so busy, loved to see you climbing trees, playing ball...
Your warm embrace we will feel again
Because God promised we will
Our eyes will meet in God's Divine Time
God's Grace, Love, Mercy and Peace will prevail
We will miss you, my sweet child, so pure in heart, like a dove that flies above

Loving you always,
Your Auntie Angela, Uncle Darryl & family

Shevaun Holmes

September 4, 2008

Baby
Today's your Birthday and I'm so lost. I should be waking you up with kisses instead of waking up in pain. I'll take your brother and sister to the play ground and we'll get a little cake for you but what I really want to do is stay asleep all day long. I love you Drew and I'll continue to carry on as best as we all can.
Mommy

Heather Blacknall

September 3, 2008

I smile with a soft heart as I remember an awesome and strong mother with three beautiful and intellegent children which filled my life with playing, laughter, and love. This happiness is what I hold close to my heart. To my mentor and friend Sheavun may you and your family find peace in God's love and in Andrew's happiness.
Love The Blacknall's

You three special people have always been the way God says "I love you" to me everyday

September 3, 2008

Auntie Vio Loves you

September 3, 2008

Our three little musketeer ready for the meeting at the Kingdom Hall

September 3, 2008

Shevaun Holmes

September 3, 2008

Today I dropped your dad off at the airport Pooh Bear. Before he got out the car, we talked about the many times we have had to drop each other off for flights that took us all apart for a while. Daddy remembered a particular time when you and him dropped me off and how much I was crying because I didn't want to leave you two. I remembered the first time you left Germany with Tahanee and Daddy and how much I cried. I remember that you were four at the time and you looked over at me and said "don't cry mom, it'll be alright." Now I cry all the time and would give my life just to be able to have you here with us now. We know you are resting now and daily Daddy and I pray for Jehovah's Kingdom so that we can see, hug and kiss you again. I love you so much my baby boy and will forever keep on the watch for that glorious day when we can once again show you how special you truly are to us. Daddy, Tahanee, Daniel and I miss you so much, but we will try to live and take care of each other the way we know you would want us too, so that we can truly honor your memory and the brief period God blessed us with your presence. Baby we love you so much. Rest now, my beloved and by the grace of God we will meet again soon, our wonderful son.
Mommy

Monique Montilus Bibbins

August 27, 2008

May God Bless you and your family!

Lisa and Earl Chapman

August 26, 2008

We are so sorry to hear about the loss of our precious cousin Drew. Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. My prayer is that the family will love and support each other while seeking God for the strength to face each day. Grieve for Drew, think of Drew, hold onto every memory of him in your heart. God has given the Holy Spirit as the Great Comforter. Draw close to God and cast every care upon Him because He cares for you and only He understands what you are going through.

Carla Langford and family

August 26, 2008

Junie,
I know it is a difficult time for you and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I am sorry we could not be there for the memorial service, but if there is anything that you need please do not hesitate to contact us. That is what family is for. (from Mamie's daughter)

Mamie Holmes-Wise

August 26, 2008

We were deeply saddened to hear of the sudden death of your son and our cousin. We are sorry that we were unable to be with you all at this time, but our prayers and thoughts are with you and the family. I know what it is like to lose a child...you will get through this, what helped me most was to look back on the "good times" and memories. We love you all and keep on looking upward to God for strength to face each new day, realizing that "Drew" was special and
precious, not only on earth, but in the heavenly kingdom. There is even a more richer life after death.

Shannon Landrie

August 25, 2008

Junie and Family,
I was deeply saddened by the news of your loss. Our prayers are with you all.
Shannon and Family

Shannon Landrie

August 25, 2008

Junie and family,
I was deeply saddended by the news of your loss. Our prayers are with you.
Shannon and Family

Katherine Vahrenkamp

August 24, 2008

You are always in our thoughts and prayers

Ms. Katherine and WAAF SAS staff

Ingrid Smith

August 23, 2008

Iocent & Family,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. May the Lord comfort you and the family as you go through your time of grief.

Jennifer Dougherty

August 23, 2008

Junie & Family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.

Mary-Burrell Holmes

August 22, 2008

God's love will surely keep you and His grace will comfort and sustain you during this difficult time.

Mary Holmes and Montrel Holmes

Doreth "Dee" Flowers & Family

August 22, 2008

Heart felt condolence to the family, keep the faith. Oneluv with Jah guidance. --- Friend of the Mungroo Family

Charles & Jacqueline Tran

August 22, 2008

Shevaun and Drew,

Our deepest condolences to your family. Words cannot express the depth of sorrow we share with you. You are continually in our prayers. May God extend to you His wealth of mercy and wrap you both in His love.

Love Always,
The Tran Family

Beatrice (Betty) Poteau

August 22, 2008

To the Holmes Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. May you find some comfort in the love and concern that surrond you from so many who deeply care.
In Sympathy, Love and Friendship

Darlene Thomas (Barco)

August 22, 2008

To The Holmes Famliy and Nadia
Sorry for the lost of your son and nephew.My prayers and thoughts are with you in this time of need

PauL Cofer

August 22, 2008

Sadly and without warning we lost another young family member age (12) on Aug 13th ~ God too wise to make a mistake wanted Drew home to be with our Lord seated on the right side of the Father… May your loved ones find peace and comfort in your memory… "whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life." John 3:16

Latarsha Starling

August 22, 2008

Angela, and the Holmes Baisden family. I am deeply sorry for your loss. May the Angel taken from you summon all the rest to comfort you at this time. God bless and keep you. Love

Varnaud Shamsideen

August 22, 2008

Lil' Drew,
We thank God for the time He gave us to share with you, and may you be in His loving arms forever.

Sonja Tartt

August 22, 2008

Junie, Cilla, and extended family

I'm sorry for your lost. My prayers are with you. Allow God to be your Comforter at this time.

Latesha Smiley

August 22, 2008

You family will continue to be in my prayers.

Danny & Idette Thompson

August 22, 2008

Lil Drew,

May you rest in peace!! God has taken another angel.

Love, your cousins

Danny, Idette & Brittany

Brenda Williams

August 22, 2008

We are sorry for your lost (Brenda&Till). May there be Peace in knowing that God is with you.

Duane Huff

August 22, 2008

My prayers are with you!

AWCA Contract Build Team

August 22, 2008

Andee,

We would like to send our heart felt condolences to you and your family at this time.

Be Blessed,

Aetna Workers Comp Access
Contract Build Team

Donna Dawson

August 22, 2008

To the family at this time there are no words to express my feelings for what you are going thru at this time. I am praying for you to draw strength from the Most High and grant you peace.

Sincerly,
Donna Dawson

Friend of Junie

Maureen Ishmael

August 22, 2008

Shevaun,
We are sorry for your loss, the toughest thing in this world is for a parent to lay a child to rest, like the obituary says "god loves him more". Our prayers are with you and your husband and Drew's brother and sister and sister Iocent.
Uncle Azzad and family.

Lisa Dunn

August 22, 2008

With deepest sympathy, My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Holmes family.

Auntie Andee Holmes (Smith)

August 22, 2008

Lil Drew
You are Truly your name sake! We are going to miss you sooo much. You are INDEED God's Angel. We love you!!

John & Michelle (Holmes) Fountain

August 22, 2008

May God continue to bless you and keep you during your time of sorrow.

Leslie Mathis

August 22, 2008

My heart goes out to you and your family in your time of sorrow. God Bless you all!

Auntie Andee Holmes (Smith)

August 22, 2008

Lil Drew
You are Truly your name sake! We are going to miss you soooo much. You ARE indeed God's angel. We love you so very much.

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