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Andy Spakowski Obituary

Spakowski, Andy Andy found the peace he strived for on Sunday, May 10, 2009, at age 30. Loving son of Tom (Kathleen) Spakowski and Sandie (Gary) Mijokovic. Dear brother of Ted (Katie). Grandson of Shirley and Ken. Father to Alicia and the late Yesenia. Best friend to Ray and Bear. Andy will be greatly missed by aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Memorial Service Thursday, May 14, at 7 PM, at the Funeral Home. Visitation from 4 PM until time of service. Andy was an incredible person with incredible talent in art, music and poetry. He was a sensitive and loving person who will be greatly missed. ADVANTAGE FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION SERVICES 11030 W. Forest Home Ave. 414-425-6060

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on May 13, 2009.

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Keith Anderson

May 15, 2009

Hey Teddy it's Keith (Keiter) sorry about your brother man. I can understand your pain. I just burried my brother Tony last Friday, May 8th, 2009. Be strong I know it's hard. Be good Ted. And sorry to the rest of the Spakowski family, you have my deapest simpathey.

Nikki Bissell

May 14, 2009

My heartfelt condolences are with all of his family. Peace is where he will be now and forever. Memories are what keep you going.

Sallie Jo Marynik

May 14, 2009

Andy, Becky, ReeAnna and I grew up so close we were like sisters and a brother.
I remember when we would all be at grandmas in the morning, getting ready for school. I remember grandmas Jiffy muffins and her awesome oatmeal. We would all sit at the breakfast bar eating our breakfasts, finishing up our school work. When we, or when I needed help, Andy would always be my teacher.
Andy had a mind that many of us cannot understand. I am convinced he was a genius with limitless mind space to accept more knowledge.
Andy and the older cousins have grown apart in the past years, but no one can really understand our feelings for him.
I grew up with him, he was an older brother to me. I will miss him and his energy, his smile, his devious actions...;)

Auntie Sandie, I will be here day and night for you!!

Andy will be greatly missed!

Bill Schultz

May 13, 2009

My thoughts and prayers go out to Sandie and the family.I wish you well in the tough days ahead.

Jennifer

May 13, 2009

I worked with Andy at T-mobile. He was always a lot of fun and very positive. I wish him peace, and his family comfort.

Stacie Cramer

May 13, 2009

Family & Friends my family and I send our love and sympathy. Just know now Andy is looking down watching out for all who he loved and cared about in his life. He will always be with us and be remembered.

Andy and Rebecca 1981

Rebecca Ramazini

May 13, 2009

Andy wrote this to me 2 weeks ago...It will be included in the eulogy I will read, but for those of you who won't make it, I would like to share it. I feel he is speaking of the place he is in right now.

"To me, the future looks bright. Like a beautiful sunrise. I have so very much I want to accomplish. I am a hyperactivity of ideas and ambitions. My once desolate outlook is over-ridden by who I want to be. I've always wanted to be someone great. I still have time. My mind is limitless. It craves knowledge. I'm gonna git the ground runnin'."

I love you Andy.

Christine Elliker

May 13, 2009

Sandie & Family - Andy was a dear friend to my son, I loved him and his young energy he bought with him when the boys were in Jr. & Sr. High. I'm so deeply saddened for everyone, My prayers are with you all. Justins Mom- Christine

Debbie Ramazini

May 13, 2009

As much as we will miss Andy, we all know he is at peace, his struggles here are over.

Ted, Andy will guide you and give you strength, recognize and accept this.

Sandie, Andy's never ending love for you lives on. Allow yourself to continue to feel the love he extended, this will bring comfort.

Tom, Andy idolized you. His life so much influenced the 'Dad' you became, cherish the blessings he brought to you.

Debbie Ramazini

May 13, 2009

As much as we will miss Andy, we all know he is at peace, his struggles here are over.
Ted, Andy will guide you and give you strength, recognize and accept this.

Sandie, Andy's never ending love for you lives on. Allow yourself to continue to feel the love he extended, this will bring comfort.

Tom, Andy idolized you. His life so much influenced the 'Dad' you became, cherish the blessings he brought to you.

Valerie Franklin

May 13, 2009

Sandie, Ted, & families -
I am deeply saddened by your loss. Words alone can bring some comfort but your memories and thoughts will also keep Andy close to your hearts. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

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