Andrew Skirvin

Andrew (Andy) Chris Skirvin, born on June 28, 1964, in Bloomington, Indiana, to Ted and Martha Skirvin, unexpectedly passed on March 21, 2025.

Andy was a proud graduate of Hallsville High School in Hallsville, Texas, where he excelled in athletics, earning recognition as a star athlete in basketball and track. Following in his father’s footsteps, he competed at the state level in cross country. A lifelong Hoosier fan, Andy later graduated from Indiana University, where he forged lasting friendships that remain close to him to this day. Throughout his career, Andy worked in software sales and strategy building a reputation for his dedication, drive for innovation, and expertise.

Over 25 years after Rachel and Andy first met in high school, they reconnected and went on to have a deep and enduring partnership. Their time together, though too brief, was filled with love, adventure, and cherished memories. Whether traveling on amazing trips, attending sports games, concerts, or plays, they made every moment count—memories that Rachel will hold dear forever.

The love he had for his family was immeasurable, but Andy's greatest joy in life was being a “girl dad.” His daughter Andrea was his true pride and joy, and the bond they shared was unparalleled. Together, they discovered a shared passion for traveling to new places, exploring art museums, and attending concerts, especially Taylor Swift. Whenever Andy spoke of his daughter, he would light up with unmistakable pride and adoration. Andy was more than Andrea's dad; he was her confidant, best hair braider and most devoted fan. His genuine kindness, unmistakable wit, and sense of adventure now shine through Andrea, a testament to the man he was. Their mutual curiosity for the world around them is at the center of memories that can brighten any day.

His relationship with his special needs stepson, Reed, was nothing short of remarkable. Andy was a guardian, buddy, friend, and caretaker to Reed, offering unwavering love and support. From attending Reed’s plays to simply being there for him, Andy’s positive influence on Reed’s life is beyond words. For his older brothers, Dane and Garett, he was always there to help them with everything they needed from buying a car to moving across the country or guiding them in life. He was also a key figure in the childhood of his stepsons Zach and Derrick helping to guide them in their formulative years to become the upstanding gentlemen they are today. For all the children he influenced, they always knew they could rely of him for anything and especially unconditional love!

A passionate racing fan, Andy attended the Indianapolis 500 for 37 consecutive years. But his love of sports didn’t end there—whether attending, watching, or even playing, Andy found immense joy in every sporting event, from basketball and football to baseball, hockey, and golf. Later in life, Andy found peace and joy in fishing, especially at his cabin on a Minnesota lake, where he had the experienced ice fishing for the first time this past winter—a moment he considered truly unforgettable.

Andy is survived by his wife, Rachel Florey of Champlin, MN; his daughter, Andrea Skirvin of Indianapolis, IN, and her fiancée, Brody McKee; his stepchildren, Zach and Derrick Bourne of Indianapolis, IN; Dane, Garett (fiancée Meredith Wieber), and Reed Reichenbach, his sister, Susan Frederick of Greenwood, IN; his brothers, Tat (Liz) of Chicago, IL, Mike Skirvin of Bloomington, IN, and Ben Skirvin of Ventura, CA; brother-in-laws Ross (Debbie) Florey of Nashville, TN & Jason (Christi) Florey of Austin, TX; as well as numerous loving aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and nephews, all of whom were incredibly dear to him.

Andy was preceded in death by his parents, Ted and Martha Skirvin, his brother-in-law Jeff Frederick, and his grandparents.

He will be remembered for his exceptional ability to host and connect with others. Andy loved bringing people together, and there was nothing he cherished more than spending time with the friends and family he loved.

In Andy’s memory, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or Breakthrough T1D (formerly the Juvenile Diabetes Association).

Celebrations of Life will be held in his home state of Minnesota on Sunday, April 6 from 2-5 pm at Leopold's Mississippi Gardens - 9500 W River Rd, Minneapolis, MN and in his birth state of Indiana on Sunday, April 13th from 1-5pm at Southern Dune Golf Course - 8220 S Tibbs Ave, Indianapolis, IN.