Andrew Heath McWilliams

Andrew Heath McWilliams obituary, Darien, CT

Andrew Heath McWilliams

Andrew McWilliams Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Feb. 4, 2017.
Andrew Heath McWilliams, 36, of Darien, CT died suddenly and way too soon on February 4, 2017. He leaves behind the love of his life and wife of 8 years Kelley and his three children Tanner, 6, Mackenzie, 4, and Paige, 18 months. He centered a vast network of extended family and a formidable group of friends. Andrew (the Tuna) could walk into a room and immediately transform it into a place where you wanted to be. He had boundless energy and an infectious sense of humor. Second to family was sports… playing sports, watching sports, and talking about sports. The New York Football Giants just lost their most ardent fan! A magnificent host and amazing chef, Andrew made their home the destination of choice for gatherings of family and friends. Andrew was born April 15, 1980 in Essex Fells, NJ to Alexander (Sandy) McWilliams and Jane Sala McWilliams. He graduated from West Essex High School in 1998 where he excelled as a student-athlete and went on to earn a B.A. in History from Colgate University and played varsity football. Andrew began his career in the financial services industry with Chapdelaine, moved to Creditex, and was a bond broker for Tullett Prebon in New York at the time of his death. Surviving Andrew in addition to his wife, children and friends are his father and mother, step mother Cindy McWilliams, brother Alex and his wife Kim McWilliams of Chatham. NJ, brothers Thomas and James McWilliams of Basking Ridge, NJ, and nephews and niece Alexander IV, Tucker, and Madeline of Chatham, NJ as well as in-laws Dick and Dotty Krant and brother-in-law Trip Krant of Osterville, MA. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, February 9 at 11:00am at St Luke's Episcopal Church in Darien, CT followed by a private family internment. An education fund has been established for Andrew and Kelley's children. Checks can be mailed to: McWilliams Education Trust c/o Rachel Zarghami, Esq. Cummings & Lockwood LLC P. O. Box 120 Stamford, CT 06904 Or contributions can be made online via McWilliams Education Trust www.lawrencefuneralhome.com

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February 20, 2017

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February 17, 2017

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February 15, 2017

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Jackie & Andy Pasheluk

February 20, 2017

Our sincere condolences.

Frances Ricciardi

February 17, 2017

Love from The Ricciardi Family. We are thinking about you and saddened by your loss. Mark and I wish you strength and courage, prayers and massive hugs.

Deb DiEdwardo

February 15, 2017

My memory of Andrew working at the Forge for the summer... always smiling. Sandy, my heart goes out to you and the family, after hearing this news. Andrew grew up to be an amazing man, I see. My prayers are with you, and the McWilliams Family. Much love to you.

Liana & Michael Companioni

February 12, 2017

Sandy, our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.

Charlie Lee

February 10, 2017

Dear Jane, Your friends at the Y and I are so saddened to hear of your loss. Please know that you have our heartfelt sympathies and support at this very difficult time. Our prayers and thoughts to you and your family. With much love to you, dear friend!

Brian Cohen

February 10, 2017

Alex said it perfectly at church, Drew had so many circle of friends but one constant was the way Drew made his friends feel like family. Life pulls you in many directions and Drew and I might of not seen each other as much as we did as kids but when we did Drew would lay on that big bear hug and it was like we never missed a step. I miss my friend and those big bear hugs . I send my deepest condolences to the family and I hope we can continute to find a way to stay in each other's lives to celebrate Drew for years to come. Love Brian Cohen

Candy Welch

February 10, 2017

My heart breaks for you all. Please know that you are in my constant thoughts and prayers. Candy

Grant Hanson

February 9, 2017

My heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathies as you grieve Drew's passing. He will always be remembered as a wonderful son, brother, husband, father, cousin, nephew and friend to me. We are a lessened community as we mourn his loss.

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Elisa Entine

February 9, 2017

Kelley, my thoughts are with you and your beautiful children, in this tragic and difficult time. All my love to your devoted mom dad and to Tripp and to all others deeply touched by Drew's untimely passing.

Jake McDonough

February 8, 2017

Best friends since birth. I will miss you every single day. You made so many people better by just being in the room. Rest in peace brother

JoJo Troccoli

February 8, 2017

My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this difficult time. It has been a pleasure teaching your children. JoJo

Robin Sells

February 8, 2017

All our love and prayers to the McWilliams family, from the Sells, Doane, Holck and Mueller relatives. Andrew, we will always remember your smiling face.

Carl Sturcke

February 8, 2017

Dear Jane, Sandy, Kelley and family. What a tragedy. Drew was special in so many ways. He left an indelible impression upon everyone that he met. I especially remember seeing him having so much fun at his wedding. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Rick & Bev Houghton

February 8, 2017

So very sorry to hear of your loss. Although we never met Drew, we heard wonderful things about him. We know Jane, and Alex and family. You are all in our prayers. May God comfort and help you heal.

Joanne & Michael McClain

February 8, 2017

Please accept our deepest sympathy on the devastating loss of Andrew. You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time. May God bless you and give you peace.

Bev Cooper (Whitbeck)

February 8, 2017

I know it's been a long time but I am completely and utterly shocked at the news about Andrew. So young and in the prime of life; there are no words. I am so sorry for your loss. God bless.

Kate Jamieson

February 8, 2017

The world is sadder place without you in it. We will always have you and your family in our thoughts and minds. All our love, Kate and David Jamieson

Barb & John Kenney

February 8, 2017

Kelley, You and your family are constantly in our minds and in our prayers. We wish you comfort and solace. Our love to the Krants, McWilliams & everyone enriched by Drew's presence and grieving at his early passing.

Dane Almassy

February 8, 2017

Kelley - My thoughts and prayers are with you and the children. Drew was one of a kind and I'm grateful for the time I spent with him. Those who were fortunate enough to experience his light in this world, will always find warmth in the memory of his infectious smile...

bunny jenkins

February 8, 2017

Our condolences to his mom Jane and to the whole family. Sadly a life much too short. Our prayers to all, Bunny & Fred

February 8, 2017

Our sincere sympathies to his Mom Jane as well as the whole family.A cliche but a life much too short.
Bunny & Fred Jenkins

Steve and Gwen Strauss

February 8, 2017

With our deepest condolences

Victor & Jennifer Hui

February 8, 2017

Our deepest condolences for your Loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time of mourning. Drew's kind soul and ability to find humor in all things will never be forgotten!

Robin Sells

February 8, 2017

All our love and prayers to the McWilliams family, from the Sells, Doane, Holck and Mueller relatives. Andrew, we will always remember your smiling face.

Barclay Bowen

February 8, 2017

Kelley, We are so incredibly sorry for your loss. We are sending all our love and prayers to you and your sweet babies. Know that you are all so loved and we are here to listen and support you always. Love, The Bowen Family

Elissa Potts

February 8, 2017

Dear Kelly and family, We send our sincere condolences to you and your family and are so sorry for your loss. My own father just passed away on Christmas Eve and the sadness is still tremendous. You are in my prayers. Elissa and George Potts (Kate Figler's Parents)

Janelle Barnes

February 8, 2017

To the McWilliams Family, I'm so sad to hear about Andrew. I'll always remember how much fun we had as children at Alex & Andrew's house...Wish we had kept in touch. Please email me, if you'd like to talk. I'm living in Florida, so I won't be able to be at the services. Thoughts & prayers. Love always, Janelle B.

Linda O'Dell

February 8, 2017

Dear Jane, I'm so very sorry to hear about your son. There are no words that can express my sympathy for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Andrews family, and friends. Linda O'Dell

Jody Granucci

February 7, 2017

You are all in our warmest thoughts and prayers. With all our love. Jody and Joe Granucci.

Chip Bensing

February 7, 2017

Tuna will be missed by the Colgate community and the JSIT gang. He was a great guy - always happy and quick with a joke. Condolences to his young family. All of you will be in our prayers.

Gareth Estwick

February 7, 2017

RIP Drew. Thoughts are with Kelley and your family.

David Rentschler

February 7, 2017

I met Tuna through the annual summer Right away you knew he was someone special. He didn't just enter a room, he owned it. He transformed it with a keen wit, a self deprecating sense of humor and a larger than life persona that was both warm and authentic. His "off season" emails which consisted of tourney recaps and take downs of his competitors were hilarious. He had this rare ability to somehow make fun of you and make you feel better about yourself at the same time. Probably because you knew he was right. Right now, many of us are in a state of shock. But I am certain of this-- Tuna left too soon, but he left a big mark and will be missed and remembered by all who knew him. Blessings and prayers to his family, Dutch

Denise Salvatore-Gabriela

February 8, 2017

My condolences and prayers to the entire family. Andrew you will be greatly missed by everyone who loved you and knew you. Thank you for the great memories in high school. Class of 98 will never be the same without you. Rest in Peace Andrew.

Jeff Warner

February 7, 2017

All our love and condolences to Kelly and children.

Nancy and Jerry Birdsall

February 7, 2017

Dear Jane and family it is with deepest sorrow that we learned of Andrew's passing. May the many fond memories you hold dear bring you peace and comfort. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. With deepest sympathy, Nancy and Jerry Birdsall

Jolene and Fran Sutter

February 7, 2017

Drew's humor and happiness was infectious. He was the kind of person everyone wanted to be around. We will miss you.

John & Susan Olmsted

February 7, 2017

Sandy, Cindy and Jane, We know words are totally inadequate at this time, but please know we are thinking of you all now and always. With love, John & Susan

Jaime Carsillo

February 7, 2017

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sincerely Jaime Carsillo

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