Andrew D. Van Der Hoop

Andrew D. Van Der Hoop obituary, Fort Collins, CO

Andrew D. Van Der Hoop

Andrew Van Der Hoop Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Goes Funeral Care & Crematory - Fort Collins on Feb. 17, 2025.

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Andrew "Drew" Daniel van der Hoop was born on Saturday, August 16, 1997, to Tracy Meisinger and Douglas van der Hoop in Boulder Colorado. Drew passed on January 30, 2025 surrounded by family. Drew attended schools in Loveland, playing saxophone in the jazz band and marching band. Drew was an artist, an electrician, a logical philosopher. Drew is survived by partner Dante Palombo, parents, step-father Gregg Meisinger, sibling Rebecca van der Hoop, paternal uncle, cousins, and grandparents, as well as feline companion, Zuil. Drew's humor will be missed by all.
Drew's memorial service will be March 1, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at Strauss Cabin Farmhouse in the lower-level setting, not the sanctuary. A luncheon will follow at 12-12:30 p.m. Then, at 2:00 p.m., we will lead anyone who is inclined to Andrew's final resting place. Please bring a small rock to leave at the gravesite so that Drew knows you visited. RSVP is greatly appreciated so that we know how many chairs are needed and how much food to order.

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August 11, 2025

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February 19, 2025

Rita And John Evans posted to the memorial.

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Tracy Meisinger

August 11, 2025

Drew was in a rush to enter the world. I told them not to make me wait for the doctor. But the doctor skated in just in time, helped my child enter the world, and skated out so fast that I can't even remember which doctor it was.
Photos: a birthday, a Christmas photo, PeeWee soccer drills, the Forum at Pompeii where it was about 4000` Fahrenheit , Mt Vesuvius in the background.

Tracy Meisinger

February 20, 2025

I miss my baby.

Rita And John Evans

February 19, 2025

We are so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in the memories you share with each other.

The Evans

Sherri Abshire

February 18, 2025

Glen & Sherri Abshire

February 18, 2025

Because I live out of state, I was only able to meet Drew a few times. My very first impression of Drew was that he had the most beautiful smile. Then I was struck by how endearingly smart, quick-witted and charming he was. Words cannot express how saddened we are that the world has lost such a beautiful soul, and it is with a heavy heart that we send our deepest condolences to Dante and to all of Drew's family. May the happy memories bring you all peace and comfort.

The Abshire family

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