Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Andrew Findlay Obituary
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Andrew Findlay
Pat Larson
July 3, 2009
Friends For Life Animal Shelter appreciates the thoughtfulness of Andrew's family in asking that contributions be made in his memory to our animal rescue organization. Our sincere condolences to all who knew and loved Andrew
Amanda Escamilla
June 29, 2009
Andrew you will be missed by me. You were my BIG work brother. In the 2 months that I have been at DE you grew on me, your humor and laughter will be missed. I know that you are in a better place LIVING IT UP in your new life. Findlay Family you are in my thoughts and prayers I hope you find strength to move forward as Andrew would like for you to do.
XOXO
Amanda Escamilla
DE Co-Worker
Theresa Trujillo
June 20, 2009
Dear Findlay Family,
I was touched by all the love at Andrew's service. He was a sweetheart, I enjoyed his presence at the office. He and I went round and round when it was basketball season because I'm a Boston Celtic fan. I will truly miss him picking on me and sending the text messages when watching my team. Next season will not be the same. I know that there is a God and I know that he has Andrew sitting right next to him, I just hope God is a Rockets' fan!
Theresa Trujillo
Direct Energy
Mary Etta (Gaut) Farquhar
June 19, 2009
Fabienne:
Even though you and I have lost contact with each other and have gone our separate ways, my husband, Jack, and my sister, Correll, wanted to let you and your family know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. There are no words that can express your feelings, but I am certain that your strong faith will sustain you and God will comfort and guide you with his love, peace and grace during this difficult time and through your grief.
With our love,
Mary Etta (Gaut) and Jack Farquhar
Correll Corbett
June 19, 2009
I only knew Andrew briefly, we spent a wonderful afternoon in the corporate suites watching the Houston Texans dominate! In that ONE day I was instantly taken in my his lust for life and his wonderful sense of humor. Needless to say, we had fun. There were a couple of other times he visited with me in my office when he was downtown but those were the only times I was ever face-to-face with Andrew. In listening to the wonderful words that were shared at his funeral it's evident that I only got a small dose of Andrew's wonderfulness. I will miss him and he will be remembered fondly by me. God bless your family and give you strength to get through this.
Roxanne McFarland
CenterPoint Energy
Amanda Jackson
June 18, 2009
Andrew Jackson Chandler Findlay -
You will be missed Rew. You had a special way of reaching out and leaving your mark on many hearts. We'll remember you always!
Findlay family, you're in my prayers.
Go placidly amid the noise and haste, and remember what peace there may be in silence.
As far as possible, without surrender, be on good terms with all persons. Speak your truth quietly and clearly; and listen to others, even to the dull and the ignorant, they too have their story. Avoid loud and aggressive persons, they are vexations to the spirit.
If you compare yourself with others, you may become vain and bitter; for always there will be greater and lesser persons than yourself. Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans. Keep interested in your own career, however humble; it is a real possession in the changing fortunes of time.
Exercise caution in your business affairs, for the world is full of trickery. But let this not blind you to what virtue there is; many persons strive for high ideals, and everywhere life is full of heroism. Be yourself. Especially, do not feign affection. Neither be cynical about love, for in the face of all aridity and disenchantment it is perennial as the grass.
Take kindly to the counsel of the years, gracefully surrendering the things of youth. Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune. But do not distress yourself with imaginings. Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness.
Beyond a wholesome discipline, be gentle with yourself. You are a child of the universe, no less than the trees and the stars; you have a right to be here. And whether or not it is clear to you, no doubt the universe is unfolding as it should.
Therefore be at peace with God, whatever you conceive Him to be, and whatever your labors and aspirations, in the noisy confusion of life, keep peace in your soul.
With all its sham, drudgery and broken dreams, it is still a beautiful world.
Be cheerful. Strive to be happy.
Jayni Mosher
June 18, 2009
Fabienne and Rob:
The thoughts and prayers of many are with you both. We all grieve for the loss of your wonderful son. I wish I could have known him, but I almost feel as if I did after reading what everyone has said here, and what I heard from others at the visitation last night.
I hope you can take comfort in knowing that Andrew is in a better place, and that all he would want is for his family to be all right until you are reunited with him.
Please never hesitate to call me if there is anything at all I can do to help you in any way. Mike is also deeply sorry for your loss. He asked me to let you know that he, too, is anxious to reach out to you in any way he can to help.
Love,
Troy Holt
June 18, 2009
Mr. and Mrs Findlay and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Andrew. We spent many years playing ball and hanging out in Providence, I have so many great memories that I will never forget. My prayers are with you and the family.
Sarah Jane Dees
June 18, 2009
I'm so terribly sorry to hear of the untimely passing of Andrew. Growing up next door, I've got many wonderful childhood memories of him, Robby, my brothers and me. My deepest sympathies go out to the Findlay's for your painful loss.
Joshua Dufresne
June 18, 2009
My condolences on the loss of your son and my cousin, Andrew. Even though I never was able to meet him, from everything that I have heard about him, he was a very great and gracious person.
Adam Frey
June 18, 2009
Andrew will be missed as we all remember some really great times we had as teammates. Further, he will be missed as a man who would give anything for a friend. My prayers are with Andrew and the Findlay family.
Richard & Linda Clayton
June 18, 2009
Fabienne, Rob, Robbie
It is said that a picture is worth a 1,000 words. The pictures on display exemplified this statement.
While there were hundreds on available to view it would only be the the first chapter in Andrews auto-biography.
His room-warming smile, his brooding concern for others, his exuberance and passion for "THE game".
His place in our lives cannot be replaced.....NOR would we ever consider it....as he was in our lives the better part of a quarter of a century...it is but a short time compared to the eternity we will remember Andrew.
God's Peace and Understanding to you all.
Crystal Fontenot
June 18, 2009
Findlay Family-
You are in our thoughts and prayers!
Crystal Fontenot, Matthew Heath, Cindy Perkins
Chase Tettleton
June 17, 2009
I really enjoyed playing ball with Andrew. As good of a teammate as he was, he was an even better friend. If anyone needed anything, he was the person to call. He was loved, and he will be missed.
Robert and Fabienne, my thoughts are with you during this hard time.
June 17, 2009
We hope that you find comfort in the memories and the fine accomplishments of your son Andrew. Andrew made a very loving and caring impression on everyone that he met, including Dave and I.
Our thoughts are with you in your time of grief.
Dave and Debbie Aitken
Vicki Gary
June 17, 2009
Mr. and Mrs. Findlay,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Andrew was a great friend to me and always will be. He was always there for me when few people were. He is truly one of a kind and I will never foget him or how much of an impact he had on my life. Your son was a great man...I will always miss him..
June 17, 2009
Rob, Fabienne and Family:
We are so sorry for your loss. We can only imagine what you must be going through. Your family and Andrew will be in our prayers.
Paul, Patty, Steven and Michael Ahrens
Paul Messer
June 17, 2009
I worked with Andrew for 2 years and can't say enough about his personality and his heart. He had a great sense of humor and cared greatly for everyone. I enjoyed the short time I spent with him and feel greatful for knowing him. He will be greatly missed!
Vivian Moseley
June 17, 2009
Dear Findlay Family~
Andrew was a great friend to my son, Mike Kruszynski, and a larger-than-life inhabitant of this earth. When it came to living, Andrew was all-in; we can learn from that. Although Andrew will be sorely missed, the memories of fun times he and Mike shared over the years will live on. My heart grieves for your loss; you are in my prayers.
Alice Puig
June 17, 2009
Dearest Fabienne and family, I only knew Andrew through the stories of his accomplishements and knew he was special. He brought you so much joy! I pray that the good Lord bring you strength and courage during this very difficult time.
Craig Byrnes
June 17, 2009
I am shocked and saddened and my prayers are with you all. I don't know how or why his time came so soon. Its been many years since SCS and little league baseball, but I know Andrew is with Jesus. I will cherish the fond memories from our childhood. . . I only wish we could have kept in touch. . .
Darren Bray
June 17, 2009
Findlay Family, I am truly sorry for your loss, at this momment i do not have the words.. i worked side by side Andrew "DREW" everyday, and fell in love with his passion for life! he was a great co-worker, but became a better friend.. i will forever think about and miss him
Darren Bray
June 17, 2009
Fabienne and Robert,
Tom and I and our family are so very, very sorry. Our hearts are with you at your loss of this fine, fine young man. We loved Andrew so much and he will be missed. He was one of my favorite of Nick's friends and I know how deeply Nick loved him. We will keep the prayers going that your strong faith and time will heal this deep wound.
All My Love,
Michele Purgason
Darren Bray
June 17, 2009
Mr. and Mrs. Findlay,
I loved working with Andrew.. he became one of my best friends... talked to him on a nightly basis, he was passionate about all in life... and he expressed his love for you two daily... he will forever be missed by me!
Darren Bray
June 17, 2009
Andrew, I worked with you side by side for 1 year... i was amazed with how passionate you were about life,friends, and work... you are irreplaceable and will forever be missed by me! I love you Bud!
June 17, 2009
Dear Fabienne, I don't know if you even remember me from so long ago, Marguerite Dawson. I had three boys. The oldest son Alan went to College Park Baptist Pre School, I believe with Robbie. I saw your son's obituary in the paper today and had to write with my deepest condolences. I have been through the loss of my second son on April, 11, 2008. He,too, was only 27. I wish I could give you a hug. May God keep you and your family in his protective embrace. Sincerely, Marguerite Dawson (Krenek), Alan Dawson and William Dawson
Carol, Michael & Matt LeLaurin
June 17, 2009
We have such fond memories of all of you back in the Kempner glory days. Seems like just yesterday. My heart breaks for you. I hope your family can find comfort in knowing he is safe and at peace.
Raquel Diaz
June 17, 2009
Findlay Family,
My prayers are with you all at this time. Andrew will be missed here at DE.
Sandra Flores
June 17, 2009
Andrew, you will be truly missed but never forgotten by us here at DE!... God Bless.
Eleanor Beebe
June 17, 2009
Fabienne, my heart is aching for you. My prayers are with you and your family as you navigate through this terrible loss. Love, Eleanor Beebe
cassandra singletary
June 17, 2009
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009
June 17, 2009
Fabienne and Robert,
May God comfort you in your time of grief. Andrew will be sorely missed by all.
Julie Evans
roy evans
June 17, 2009
I'm truly so sorry. I can't imagine
Mary Jean Grammens
June 17, 2009
Fabienne,
My heart is aching for you. May your strong faith sustain you in this time of grief. I will keep your family in my daily prayers. Love, Mary Jean
Barbara Dufresne
June 17, 2009
My Deepest love for you at this time. I wish that I had been able to talk to your Handsome fella. This really sound silly but I just don"t know what to say. Love you al very much. Barbara
Ruben Rodriguez,Sr.
June 17, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Showing 1 - 36 of 36 results
Make a Donation
in Andrew Findlay's name
Memorial Events
for Andrew Findlay
How to support Andrew's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Andrew Findlay's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
