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Jack Kratzer
May 23, 2025
Hard to believe 21 years have gone by already. I am hoping you and Jon are together having a lot of laughs (at others expense!) on the other side with Terry too. Andy your kids are beautiful and successful adults!
I really miss you guys a lot. See you on the other side, Jack
Jack Kratzer
May 24, 2024
I can't believe its 20 years already since we lost you. What I wouldn't give to hear one of your highly inappropriate jokes today. I hope you, Jon and Terry are together making each other laugh! Love you guys, Jack
Donna Jane Yorio
May 23, 2023
In so many ways... nothing has ever been the same... since you left us...I hope you were there to meet Terry... she missed you so much.
Jack Kratzer
May 23, 2023
Hard to believe you will be gone 19 years this Sunday. Hoping you are dancing like a lunatic with Terry Harte for both your birthdays! Miss you my friend.
You were a great dancer!
Jack Kratzer
May 28, 2020
Andy, It's been 16 years since we lost you and, time has flown by so quickly. Your kids are all doing so well I wish you were here to see and enjoy it. Your grandchildren are all so beautiful and it is such a shame they will never get to know their grandfather. Today we will drink a shot in your honor and think about all those fun crazy days of our youth. Till we meet again rest easy my friend. ❤
Jack
Kathleen Ruta
August 22, 2019
Greetings Andy, this is my first entry in your guestbook, I'm not one to do this because it makes me so sad but I was thinking of you as I often do and especially so since I held your beautiful granddaughter, Julianna Ellen Foreman, a few weeks ago here in NJ. You and my sister have the most beautiful grandchildren who have smiles that take my breath away. Your children are amazing, accomplished and awesome. They have a lot of people here who love them and I'm lucky to be one them, I just wish I lived closer to them. I'm sure you know all of this already. I hope you're spending time with my Dad because he would love to pal around with you and I see him and you in all of your kids. I will never forget your phone call to me in the hospital when I had Noelle, I was so touched by what you said and that you called me. Now I've lost my Mom and don't have any parents here but you have them all now so you look out for them please, just don't tease Mom too much lol. We all miss you so much here Andy. I just wanted you to know that I miss you.
Love,
Kathleen
Jack Kratzer
May 28, 2019
Andy, It doesn't seem like it's possible that 15 years have passed since you left us. Sometimes it feels like yesterday and, other times it feels like a lifetime since we lost you. I miss your crazy humor and all the fun we had in our youth together. I wish you had a chance to see your kids get married and, had a chance to hold your grandchildren. I am sure you would have been their favorite! Keep watching over your family and know you are missed & loved by everyone who's lives you touched.
Till we meet again rest easy, Jack
Me and Ashley
Jillian Foreman
May 28, 2019
Me and Ashley with the boys
Jillian Foreman
May 28, 2019
Ryan and Aiden
Jillian Foreman
May 28, 2019
Me and Ashley's 30th
Jillian Foreman
May 28, 2019
Ashley's wedding
Jillian Foreman
May 28, 2019
Twin pic
Jillian Foreman
May 28, 2019
The twins
Jillian Foreman
May 28, 2019
Ashley's wedding day
Jillian Foreman
May 28, 2019
Twin pic
Jillian Foreman
May 28, 2019
Jillian Foreman
May 28, 2019
Sal & Jillian
May 25, 2019
Alyssa, Luke and newborn Julianna @ North Shore Hospital
Jon Foreman
May 24, 2019
Kevin & Ashley
Jon Foreman
May 24, 2019
Mom Eileen & Twins who turned 30
Jon Foreman
May 24, 2019
Emily, Ashley, Alyssa
Jon Foreman
May 24, 2019
Ryan & Jillian
Jon Foreman
May 24, 2019
Craig & Emily
Jon Foreman
May 24, 2019
Ashley & Jillian
Jon Foreman
May 24, 2019
Rob & Alyssa
Jon Foreman
May 24, 2019
Luke
Jon Foreman
May 24, 2019
Twins Ryan & Aiden
Jon Foreman
May 24, 2019
Good friend Al
Jon Foreman
May 24, 2019
Eli & Carolina's children Zoe & Zach
Jon Foreman
May 24, 2019
Rob, Alyssa, Don Luke and Ashley and Kevin's Twins Aiden & Ryan
Jon Foreman
May 24, 2019
Jillian & Ashley
Jon Foreman
May 24, 2019
Jean Graham
May 24, 2019
Thinking of Andy and the fun, hilarious memories of the past. Love to you , Jon , and to the wonderful family he left as his legacy. So nice to see the pictures. I remember them all as babies❤❤❤❤
May 23, 2019
On Tuesday following this Memorial Day weekend It will be 15 years since Andy is gone, much has changed and mush has stayed the same, but he would have been so very proud and delighted to know that he is a grandfather with four grand children and one more on the way this June! He would also be happy to see that his children have become such accomplished and thriving adults with close relationships and growing households of their own. We miss you and not a day goes by that I do not think of you whether its a fleeting thought or a detailed distant memory. Lost but not forgotten rest in peace see you in the afterlife. Jon
The Fab Four
May 23, 2019
Robert, Craig, Jillian & Ashley
May 23, 2019
Craigs First Birthday
Jon Foreman
May 23, 2019
Jon Foreman
February 9, 2012
Andy,I have been thinking about you a lot of late and there are so many things I would like to talk to you about, especially how great the kids are doing, the friends that still carry and honor your memory to this day and the changes in the lives of your nieces, nephews and siblings. I hope you have the ability to see some of these things as you would be very proud of your children and their accomplishments.Continue to watch over us all. Love your brother Jon.
Jack Kratzer
June 5, 2010
Andy we miss you more everyday. We all drank a shot in your honor the other night I hope you didn't spill yours! Love ya buddy, Jack
Jon
June 4, 2010
Andy, Its 6 years now since your passing but thoughts of you are still strong in the people that love you, we all miss you. Remember to look out for us and say hello to Mom and Dad,Bruce, Uncles Benny, Issy, Harry, Manny,Julie, Murray and Louis, Aunts Evelyn, Sylvia, Daudie,Florence, Minna and Lisa, and our pets Khan, Max, Bear, Razmus,Miles,and Magoo, and say hi to Rue McClananhan, Gary Coleman, and Dennis Hopper,if you can get near him. Love from all of us.
Jack Kratzer
August 22, 2009
Happy Birthday Andy! We miss you a lot! Your friend always, Jack
August 21, 2009
Dear Andy, Now it is such a very sad time, I have lost my two favorite Andy's.When PopPop joined you in heaven,I know you were there to welcome him with Chelsea at your feet.Your children have lost their other father.To see the sadness in their faces breaks my heart.Keep PopPop at your side and may both of you walk with Eileen's dad Gene,who has been in heaven for what seems like a life-time.Please,continue to watch over your precious children whom we are all so very proud of and love.You are missed each day and are always in my prayers.Love,Ellen (Nanny)
May 31, 2009
Dear Andy.There has not been a day that goes by that you are not missed by all of us.Your children are now beautiful young adults pursuing college,working,and are a remarkable reflection of their parents determination,hard work,and unending love.We are so very proud of them and hope all of your friends keep them in their prayers.God Bless Pop-Pop and Nanny for remarkable support in making their hopes,dreams,and aspirations come true.Loved and Missed by us "All" The Magee Family
Jack Kratzer
May 28, 2009
I can't believe it has been 5 years since you left us. It seems like yesterday. Everyone still misses you very much everyday. I'll be at Sal's tonight with Neal to drink our annual shot in your honor and to celebrate his 45th birthday. Hope you have a smile on your face when we raise our glass! Still missing you, Jack
May 17, 2009
Hi Andy,
Just wanted to make sure you're enjoying the college graduation of Craig from Loyola College today. I know you're as proud of him as we are and that you are with him at this time, probably wedging up his underwear, or some other sign that you're there with him. It's at times like this that your presence is so sorely missed. We still think of you often, congratulations to Craig and you, the kids are growing up. Love Jon
Ashley Foreman
March 11, 2009
We sent Chelsea up there to keep you company. She wasn't doing well and it was time to take her to the vet. I'm upset and going to miss her but it was for the best. I hope you don't spin her around like you did down here because as much as you insisted she liked it i'm prettyyy sure she didn't. I told her to give you some kisses and hugs from us. Love you and miss you..take care of the baby chel!
Jack Kratzer
May 30, 2008
Andy, Four years have gone by in a flash. Neal and I drank our annual shot in your honor Wednesday night. We all miss you a lot and I guess we'll never stop missing you.
Take care my friend, Jack
Jon Foreman
May 29, 2008
Hey Andy, oddly enough I had a dream last night that you were in, unfortunately you had flippers and fins, so much for meanings in what we dream, but you were a hell of a swimmer. I do think of you daily and hope that in some way you know how much you are missed and loved. One day your spirit will walk the earth again and you will bring joy to the people around you, hopefully it won't be as a fish. In loving memory, your brother.
MARYANN HIESER
May 28, 2008
DearAndy,
I still see your smile and hear your voice and I remember all the times we had and how you could fill a room with laughter.Four years have past and it seems like yesterday that you were called home and that we had to say goodbye.Yet in my heart I know that goodbye is only temporary
and we will see you again.You are so missed and loved and thought of everyday.As I do everyday I pray for your family that they can feel your presence and draw strength from that to go about thier everyday lives and do things they enjoy doing and most of all making you proud as you watch over them from above.You are and always wil be a very special person and you've touched many peoples lives and hearts with
your kindness.You are an eternal flame in my heart and you are missed dearly.Take care my friend.Watch for the balloons I'am sending up to heaven for you today while I celebrate you .Love you,Mair xoxo
Jack Kratzer
August 8, 2007
Went to see Squeeze tonight at Westbury. They were one of your favorites back in the day.
"Annie Get Your Gun" and so many other songs reminded me of you and how much I miss you. Somehow I feel like you were there. Hope you loved it too.
Miss you pal, Jack
MaryAnn Heiser
May 30, 2007
Hi Andy,
Does time pass so fast where you are? I honestly don't think so.Here where we are now without you there is a saying about when time stands still like "A moment like this".Some things you can never get back but, in our hearts and minds the moments do stand still and they are precious.Peace and love to you and your family always.I miss you!!!!! Mair XOXOXO
Jack Kratzer
May 29, 2007
Andy, It's hard to believe 3 years have passed since you left us. Yesterday @ Neal's we drank a toast in your honor and shared a few "Andy Stories" and boy are there many! :)
Take care my friend.
We miss you, Jack
J D
October 13, 2006
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MaryAnn Heiser
October 13, 2006
Hi
Ashley,
I read your entry and just wanted you to know that your Dad is coming
through to you in your dreams to reach out to you and let you know that
even though he cannot be with you physically he is always by your side
loving you and your sister and brothers as always.Sometimes it's hard to
believe in that I know but keep talking with him and keep him company
also.Love never dies it just rises above.Peace to you and your family.I think of your
Dad everyday he is and always will be a treasured friend.
Bobby Foreman
October 13, 2006
Hey Dad, its friday afternoon and I just had a really strong feeling about you. I have never wrote in this guestbook before but i just happened to view it and was reading everyones comments about you, and realized how many lives you have touched and it brought tear's to my eye's. Its very hard without you here both for comfort and advice, there is not a day that goes bye that I dont think about you and your sarcastic and humourous ways. Im in college now studying architecture, which is a big change from the last time I had seen you, I know its what you always wanted me to do so im giving it my all for the both of us. Everything is good back at home thank god for mommy if it wasn't for her I don't know what we would all do so please look after her. Craig and Ashley will be home this weekend so we'll all be together, its hard now with everybody in school, and we all have our own lives so were not together as much as we used to be so its nice when were all with each other. Im trying the best I can to make sure everyone does the right thing but im still not the DAD ya know there's only so much I can say. I will never forget the memories we have together both good and bad they will always stay in my heart make me a stronger person, and help me to deal with life. Please watch over us and help guide us through the tough obstacles in life. DAD I LOVE YOU MISS YOU AND KEEP YOU IN MY PRAYERS ALWAYS AND FOREVER!!
Jack Kratzer
October 12, 2006
Ashley, I think about your dad and you guys all the time. I miss him a lot too. If you ever need to talk to someone please call or email me. I'd love to listen. Love, Jack
603-2300 is my cell number.
Ashley Foreman
October 11, 2006
you've been in all my dreams lately. I need you here. Miss you.
Jack Kratzer
May 29, 2006
Two years have flown by in a flash. Some days it feels like only yesterday you were here with us. We drank a shot in your honor yesterday at Neal's and, I'm sure you were raising your glass with us! Someday we will click our glasses together again but, for now take care my friend.
Your pal forever, Jack
MaryAnn Heiser
May 28, 2006
Thinking of you this day Andy on your second Anniversary in heaven.You are so missed and loved and will never be forgotten.A toast to you my friend.Love,Mair
Craig Foreman
May 5, 2006
Hey Dad,
I never wrote on here before. This really isn't my kind of thing but reading all that everyone says about you means alot to me so I figured I might as well say something too. It's hard without you here. Everytime something happens my first thought is, "I wonder what he would think of this." Then I'll try to picture our conversation and imagine what it'd be like if i could still call you. I'm in college now which is weird to think about. I'm a lot older and more mature since the last time you saw me. I've grown up a lot. I've been trying to do the right things and do what you'd want me to do. I've tried to take over for you the best I can but it's hard to follow in your footsteps. I hope you think I've been doing a good job and that I'm making you proud. I wish you were here so you could tell me yourself. I'm more like you than I ever thought I would be and nothing makes me happier than when mommy gets mad at me and tells me I'm exactly like my father. You were a better man than people know and I can't wait to see you again. I'd give anything to be 6 again and to run up to you when you were about to leave the house. I would always run and jump up to you then you'd pick me up and give me a kiss goodbye. I will never forget that for as long as I live. Until we get to make jokes back and forth again try to keep me out of trouble. I miss you and nothing is the same without you here.
Love Craig
maryann heiser
April 17, 2006
Hi Andy and family,
Just to let you all know you are thought of and prayed for so much today and everyday especially on this Easter Sunday.I miss your wonderful father,friend so much too.I will never forget his wonderful smile and good nature to all he came across in his life.I was blessed to have known a friend like him.Thank you Andy for being the stand up person that you are and always will be.God bless and protect your loving family.Missing you everyday.Thanks for the memories:-)Love you,Mair
Ashley Foreman
January 18, 2006
Dad,
Its been a while so I thought I would write to you again. I've gone through another birthday and Christmas without you. Those are probably some of the thardest days to go through when your not there with me. Every birthday i'd always look forward to coming home from school. You would pretend you forgot what day it was but then we'd come home to a bunch of balloons and presents that you set up before you went to work. You always made it such a nice day for us. Christmas is hard when I can't spend my time thinking of the weirdest and most 'unique' present that I could get you. I also miss those presents you'd get me that you knew would crack me up. You knew us and our sense of humors so well and never failed to make us laugh. Even when I tried to be serious and stay mad at you you'd make 'that' face or noise and I couldn't help but burst out laughing. I just got back from vacation with Jon, Lori,Pam, Rick, Eli, and Jake. It was a lot of fun and i'm glad they invited us to go. They're really good to us and I know that would make you very happy. Jon annoys Gill and I just as much as you did but I can deal with that I guess LOL LOL LOL LOL. Anyway, I wish you could've been there with us. Everyone keeps saying that "time heals" but I know that i'll always feel that emptiness inside until I can be with you again. Still miss you so much and think about you all the time.
your famous quote to me whenever I complained..
"Well,life's not fair."
you were so right.
Miss you big guy, and sorry about the nose ring haha.
Love Always,
Ash
Jon Foreman
January 3, 2006
Hey Andy,
The holidays have passed and it's another new year. Your images and memories were felt strongly and were also missed terribly. I still feel your presence during these times and that is a comfort, although your unpredictable nature and running commentary is still very absent. The kids are great and would make you very proud. They do remind me of you quite a bit sometimes but they all have very distinct and unique personalities. Well say hi to the folks for me and keep on eye on the twins they are a handful, LOL,LOL,LOL.
Jack Kratzer
August 21, 2005
Andy, August 22nd 2005 another year has passed in a flash. Happy 2nd Birthday in the great beyond buddy. I can't believe all the strange things that make me think about you but, when I do I'm always smiling. The other day a guy riding by on a motorcycle reminded me of that terror ride home from Tobay Beach on the back of your rice burner. Tobay to Wantagh in 9 minutes! Life was good!
I'll drink a shot to you tonight my friend. Still missing you, Jack
Robin King
June 28, 2005
Well, they are about to take this book offline, so I just came here to read it all again and get a good cry. Not one single day goes by that we don't think of you.
Just tonight, HBO was advertising that they were gearing up to start showing re-runs of the Sopranos in anticipation of the final season....won't be the same without you and Marta and Booby and Al down in our basement, making your wise-ass comments all throughout the show.
I've been such a chicken to come here and pour out my feelings, it's so hard to put in words. I don't think ANYONE realized just how much you touched our lives and how your unique outlook on life made us all enjoy life and stop taking things so seriously. Things just haven't been the same at all our gatherings, there is just an empty, hollow feeling that doesn't seem to be filling up, no matter how much time passes.
On a more positive note, you have given us enough laughs to get us through these times just by reminiscing (sp.) about you...the Johnny Bronco X-mas party videos, and stories, stories, stories. That's our way of keeping you near, and keeping ourselves laughing. You will always be alive in our hearts, and in those beautiful children of yours.
Jeez...here come the tears again. Love you and miss you bud.
June 4, 2005
Its been a year, and its still so hard to believe that your not here with us anymore. We didn't think we could make it without you. We figured one of us would end up killing eachother without you there to break up the fight. But we did it, and now we're even closer. I think thats what you've always wanted. You've taught us lessons about people, love, and life that will stick with us forever. The memories that we are reminded of each day is what gets us by. We love you, and miss you more each day.
-Bobby, Craig, Ashley, and Jillian
Jean Graham
June 3, 2005
There are so many people that will always miss Andy's crazy sense of humor. What a great smile he had, and what a legacy of laughter and friendship he has left behind.
Eileen Tierno
June 1, 2005
I have always wanted to write something but could never bring myself to do it. I miss Uncle Andy. He was the funniest person I have ever met. He brought 4 great kids into this world. I saw Bob, Ash, Craig and Jilly on Saturday night they seem to be well. I sometimes feel his presence. We all miss him.
Melody Astarita
June 1, 2005
Hey Andy, It's already been a year. You are missed greatly not only by me, but by so many others. I went to Neal's for his birthday and there was some jagermeister on ice for you! I know you were there and enjoying every minute. I think of you often.
Jack Kratzer
May 26, 2005
It's hard to believe it's been a year since that nightmare phone call with the news, that we would all have to go on without you. Without your love, your friendship and your wicked sense of humor the road of life has been made a much harder road to travel. As I sit here with tears streaming I can't help but think that you and my Dad are watching over me and saying "what a little wuss"!
You guys have a good laugh on me I wouldn't have it any other way.
I miss you both. Jack
PS I'd like to thank Artie & The Men for hosting this site the past year.
MARYANN HEISER
May 26, 2005
SO MUCH HAS CHANGED YET SOME MANY THINGS ARE THE SAME SINCE YOU WERE CALLED TO HEAVEN.I CAN'T BELIEVE THAT IT'S APPROACHING YOUR YEAR ANNIVERSARY.NOT A DAY GOES BY THAT YOUR NOT THOUGHT OF.YOUR SMILE WILL NEVER FADE FROM MY MEMORY NOR WILL YOUR VOICE.KEEP EVERYONE LAUGHING WHERE YOU ARE.YOU'VE LEFT US A LIFETIME OF SMILES.MISS YOU!
Jack
February 10, 2005
The Superbowl party at Al's wasn't the same this year without the (when is Andy gonna show up pool?). On time was never a choice! But no matter how late you arrived, I would have given anything for you to be there Sunday. Take care buddy. Jack
If anyone wants to email me to talk about Andy please feel free.
January 1, 2005
dad,
its offically 2005. i miss you more then anyone and i'm positive of that..you are the most amazing person i've ever met. love you very much, wish you were here.
Johnny(Ranchero) Irizarry
December 3, 2004
It's taken me awhile to do this. I guess I couldn't 'til now.
In 1992 I was looking to move from Queens to Nassau County and walked into The Smithville Cafe. Andy was the first person I met and that moment, that chance meeting, changed every moment that followed.
My life went through a series of ups and downs and I could always count on Andy to be well, Andy.
Now as my world has settled, with a wonderful wife and children, he remains in my heart a faithful, loyal, caring friend.
Thank you for being a great friend to me.
Time and space don't really matter Andy. They never did. When we meet again you'll probably say, in only the way you can, "YOU'RE LATE".
God bless you my friend. I know we are blessed for knowing you.
November 25, 2004
thanksgiving wasn't the same without you.
Arthur Andersen
October 27, 2004
I miss him.
Never a night that we went out with Andy and there wasn't a story. So here is just one.
One night Andy and I were out at Cobbler's Nob in Bellmore. We were in my Firebird and making a left turn. I was driving and Andy's passenger side window was open. As we made the left turn we passed a police car and the cop had his window open too. Andy sticks his head out the window as says, "Hi ya Fella" Next thing I know the cop is following me and the lights go on and I get pulled over. The cop comes over and sticks his flash light in the car and asks Andy "Do you got something to say to me?" Andy says NO. Then the cop tells me to come back behind my car. I show him my license and he tells me that If he was me he would slap Andy. I told him thanks for the advice. I went back to the car and looked at Andy. I couldn't even be mad. It was too funny. Slap Andy? Yeah right, Andy's twice my size. I miis the guy.
He was such a help to me and my family throuh the years. I can't thank him enough.
Artie.
Andy & Linda Buffett Tailgate Party 2002
August 21, 2004
Jack Kratzer
August 21, 2004
Sunday 8/22/04 Dear Andy, Happy Birthday Buddy. I'll drink a shot in your honor Sunday. You can't imagine how much I wish we could do one together. Miss the hell out of you. Jack
MARYANN HEISER
August 18, 2004
HI ASHLEY-I VISIT THIS SITE SO OFTEN MYSELF.I THINK & PRAY FOR YOUR DAD EVERYDAY.HE WAS MY FRIEND AND MADE ME SMILE WHEN I WAS DOWN.ALTHOUGH PHYSCIALLY HE MAY NOT BE HERE HE DOES LIVE ON INSIDE YOUR HEART & IS ALWAYS RIGHT BESIDE YOU.LIVE YOUR LIFE HAPPY AND FOLLOW YOUR DREAMS WHATEVER THEY MAY BE.ANY ONE WHO KNEW YOUR DAD WOULD KNOW THAT THAT IS WHAT HE WOULD WANT FOR YOU & YOUR SISTER & BROTHERS.ALWAYS KNOW THAT HE TOUCHED SO MANY LIVES WITH HIS FRIENDSHIP & LAUGHTER AND WILL ALWAYS BE MISSED.TAKE CARE OF YOUR SELF & BE THERE FOR ONE ANOTHER.HE WILL ALWAYS BE WATCHING OVER ALL OF YOU.
August 13, 2004
Dear Ashley,
Your dad knows how much you love and miss him and he is watching over you and your family
Ashley Foreman
August 1, 2004
Me again.
Can't sleep again tonight. I like to go on this site. Reading it just reminds me more of how many people loved and cared about you. Miss you so much dad.
Ashley Foreman
July 17, 2004
"A golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands at rest. God broke our hearts to prove to us he only takes the best."
Your the first thing I think about when I wake up, and the last before I go to bed.
You had the greatest smile, I really miss it. I love you and I miss you every day.
Love always and forever,
Ashley
maureen poggiali
June 26, 2004
we are all devistaed to hear about the tragic death of andy. it was a very big loss for his family and close friends... for him always making evry1 laugh as well as being a loving father to his 4 children.. we will always be their for eileen ashley jilly bobby and craig they know we love them all and i know how they feel because their grandpa my dad past away when i was 19 like bobby love u all always look at life with a smile just like ur dad did he would of wanted that for all of u love always aunt maureen and family
Eileen Foreman
June 18, 2004
Dear Andy,
Our hearts are so broken
as I know you can see,
our four beautiful children,
and of course me.
I feel like I've been robbed
two times in my life,
first time as a daughter,
this time as a wife.
We miss you each minute of the days that go by,
and keep thinking we'll see you peeking in the window like a "spy".
You brought not just love,
but laughter too,
but at this time we can feel nothing but blue.
It gives us such comfort in our hearts just to know,
that you gave vision to two people you didn't even know.
Your eyes would sparkle when you made us all laugh,
and you always complained our dog Chelsea needed a bath.
The work you accomplished for us by yourself,
is such a sign of your love that we are so proud of.
You would peek in my door to see if I was awake,
I'd pretend to be sleeping because I didn't want you to know my heart would break,
to see you work so hard all hours of the night,
was because in your heart there was such a fright as you kept banging nails into the walls until midnight.
I peek from my window with tears in my eyes,
I certainly didn't want you to see how I cried.
I would say to myself "Oh God can't you see, this man is working so hard for the children and me."
We worked together as a team of two,
in very hard times and in good ones too.
Like all parents of teens, we sure had our times of feelings that we would give every dime
to someone who knew the answers, that we could not find!
We both knew how great of a job that we did,
when the children would look at us with pride, as they often did.
Bobby, your son, and your buddy too,
would come home from work and remind me so much of you.
At times you both argued like husband and wife,
but the love that you shared will sure carry him through life.
He leaves for work each morning on time,
I'd say for this your skills really made him unwind.
He has turned into a man in our home overnight,
but please Andy, help me get him through this plight.
He doesn't deserve to have to be a man, with a broken heart he can hardly stand.
He stands so tall as he walks out the door,
with your workbelt around him, and a chainsaw.
Thank you for giving Bobby to me,
he is certainly a perfect combination of you and me.
Craig, our "middle child" is such a delite,
never causing a problem,
or even a fight.
He's been a peace maker since the day he was three,
when Bobby tossed him around and hoped we didn't see.
He feels he's been robbed of the man in his life,
that he looked up to and would say and extra prayer each night.
You both are so funny and could stand eye to eye,
our little boy had finally grown passed being five feet five.
He always blamed his height on me,
but I assured him his father had stronger genes than me.
It is so funny in this house as you know,
that all of our children had really started to grow.
You all thought it was funny when I'd walk in the door,
and the kids would lift me right up from the floor.
They tossed me around in the air just to see,
how much fun it was to have a mom small like me.
Whoever thought the day would come,
that our small precious babies would blend into one.
They all love each other so very much,
and I hope they will always feel your touch.
To outsiders you were a jokester as we all know,
but in our home all of your true feelings would show.
You would hug them and kiss them,
and sometimes would be
like a small child yourself and I'd say "Oh God, help me."
I was often the brunt of the jokes in the house,
and we would all laugh like children when you said I looked like a mouse.
Our daughter Ashley is the best she can be,
the image of you and a little of me.
She is so funny and feisty as well,
but at this time she feels like she's living in hell.
She never would go to bed at night
without talking to you and saying goodnight.
How lucky it was that we had twins! That you could relate to with a little chagrin.
You would understand the dilemmas she faced,
to be one person, but to others two in face.
She loves her twin sister and brothers as well,
but life as a teen, is difficult as you would tell.
You'd hug her and kiss her and make her feel good,
she knew she had you, and thought she always would.
And last but not least, comes our baby Jilly,
who always would think things you did were so silly.
She'd sit on your lap and whisper her thoughts,
you'd laugh and say "okay, I'll always give you your way."
Her eyes have such a sparkle of green,
and yet she has never, ever, been mean.
She's quiet and loving and sat through the night,
with me after surgery, she knew I'd faced a fight.
She is such a generous soul,
she would always do things without being told.
With all of the issues these children have faced,
it's ironic she's considered being a nurse.
Our families' hearts are all broken to see what they see,
their nieces and nephews as sad as can be.
Each of my siblings got in the line,
to give you a kidney, so life could start all over and be fine.
We all were so happy to finally see,
you were a great match for Maryellen and me.
We started the process upstate one day and had fun going and coming back the same day.
We had lunch in the cafeteria there,
and you said "no wonder so many people here need care."
We left there with our arms wrapped in bandage,
and you said "oh don't complain, I bought you a sandwich."
When I sat in the lobby by myself on the day,
the doctors never knew you would only make it til May.
I'd say "God, please keep him alive,
with out him my children will want to die."
You came through the surgery so well I was proud,
I couldn't help but express my feelings out loud.
But obviously God had a job just for you,
the man that we loved and he was part of two.
Your brother Jon has been so very find,
and we all know he must be going out of his mind.
Our friends all came to show their respects,
and Ashley said "watch, they'll forget about us the week after next."
So please God, and Andy too,
watch over these children and both of our families too.
I'll struggle and love these children of ours,
and of course I'll try to work extra hours.
Your strength and your love will still follow us,
the four children you gave me who can take up a bus.
And to your parents, Florie and Lou,
please welcome your boy into heaven with you.
I promise to be
the best mother and father,
that God's put on Earth, since the birth of my mother.
God bless you and reward you too,
for giving the treasures you gave me, 2 times 2.
All of our love, prayers, and thanks,
Eileen, Rob, Craig, Ashley, and Jillian
We will love you always.
Jon Foreman
June 8, 2004
I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their good wishes and anecdotes about Andy's life. Andy was a complex person but at the heart of his humor,and sarcasm,was a genuine kindness and love for all people. One of my favorite Andy moments was on Halloween when he, myself, and Danny Watt were living in the same house in Copiague. We had all planned elaborate costumes to go out in, except Andy, and were desperately putting them together trying to get out the door for the night. While this was going on Andy was just watching T.V. with no concern about getting ready or thinking of something to wear. Just about a half hour before leaving, I had on my Uncle Fester costume, with bald skin wig(I still had some hair at this time)and light bulb, Danny was completely green and had on an elaborate Gumbi costume and Andy was just starting to search around the house for something to wear. Within minutes he had borrowed a suit from Danny, found a cane in the closet and dug up an old burlap sack. We could not comprehend what he was putting together and we were ready to step out the door when Andy appeared as the spitting image of the Elephant Man. He tore one hole in the sack for his eye and put on a hat and man he was dead on and stayed in character all night. It was hysterical and the biggest laugh was watching the Elephant Man and Gumbi dance together while people literally ran,like their lives were in danger,off the dance floor. Andy's movements were comical as he basically re-enacted the Elephant's dance number from Fantasia, I must of spit out my drink a dozen times watching the two of them that night. The topper was when Andy proclaimed loudly that he was "not an animal", as he meandered around the bar occaisionally stroking nice looking girls on the arm, as they pulled back in horror. There were so many times like that with many of our friends, and the memories will always be there. This last week has been very difficult for everyone who knew Andy and its going to take me a long time to get over my grief, but Andy left four beautiful kids with his sense of humor and I just hope the world is ready for them. Good health and happiness to you all.
Andy at one of my New Year's Eve Parties.
June 8, 2004
maryellen mangels
June 7, 2004
Eileen, Bobby, Craig, Ashley, Jillian
We are all so sad for your loss. Andy was a great man and will be missed be all who were lucky enough to have known him. I will never forget the memories of Andy. I know he will look over you all. We will keep you in our prayers Eileen in this very difficult time. Andy you be missed.
Melody Astarita
June 7, 2004
Dear Andy,
I am still in denial that I will never see you again on this side. I do however have many wonderful memories of you. I loved your VERY DRY sense of humor and everyone who knew you loved it too. I have my re-built house as a wonderful memory of you. Everytime the door lock doesn't fit in it's slot, I think of you!(Ha!)
Andy, I will truly miss you, and I love you very much. Please keep me company and join my thoughts once in a while.
Love, Melody
Karen Mangels
June 7, 2004
Eileen, Bobby, Craig, Ashleigh and Jillian....I was very sad to hear of Andy's passing. I know how much he meant to you. He was such a funny guy with a kind heart. I remember him playing football with you guys in the front yard. Cherish the memories you have of him and share them with others. Because every time you share a memory, you bring him back to life, if only for a moment. Be there for each other.
Love Karen and Brian
Cathi & Nick Calla
June 3, 2004
Andy, Andy, Andy . . . we may not have seen much of you in recent years, but you were certainly a presence and personality that just didn't fade with absence. Remember the time you came to New Orleans for our son's wedding when you didn't even know the groom? and while there, remember when you pretended to be a NYC police officer when the N.O. police were arresting our friend down there for being a bit tipsy? "i'm on the job, man" you said. "our friend here just had a few too many", "we've been at a wedding fellas", "how 'bout a break here guys?" Now tell me, are you gonna try to pull a fast one up there on St. Peter too? Bellmore Nick says hello. Peace and Love to you Andy.
Michael Watt
June 3, 2004
I'd be lying if I said I figured out what made Andy tick, but I do know his sharp wit could make you laugh or keep you humble, depending on who it was meant for.
I learned a lot from Andy. The world is a sadder place with him gone. I take solace, however, knowing he is still in our hearts.
Donna Jane Yorio
June 3, 2004
I am glad that someone has done this, because for the past few days I have been thinking about writing my memories down somewhere.
I know he made everyone laugh a lot, but he could also be very serious. He knew I could be very emotionally fragile sometimes, and he came through to advise and comfort me during some very dark moments. I will never forget that, and his words still ring very clear.
Jack Kratzer
June 3, 2004
To put into words the way I feel today seems almost impossible. I have been friends with Andy my whole adult life and I can't imagine what life will be like with out him. When I think that I'll never hear Andy utter another inappropriate comment (dead pan) or zinger at the worst possible time I just can't believe it. He had a gift for making people laugh & cringe at the same time.
A typical Andy story: Andy & my wife Linda rent bikes out in Montauk and when they are returning them there is an older black gentleman in front of the bike rental store. The guy has a pretty beat up old bike and, Andy says to him "I can't believe they rented you that piece of crap bike." "Why don't you ask for one of ours we're returning these?" With that the old guy looks at them and says "this is my bike" Andy says to the guy in a way that he only could "thats a really nice bike!"
The other Andy I knew would go out of his way to help you whenever you needed it. You never knew where he'd be at any given time but, he always seemed to be there when you needed him most.
Andy, I am so glad we had 23 years to spend together I only wish we had 23 more. I will truly miss you.
See you on the other side.
Your friend forever, Jack
MARY ANN HEISER
June 1, 2004
ANDY WAS ONE OF THE KINDEST PEOPLE I HAVE KNOWN. HE ALWAYS HAD A SMILE UPON HIS FACE AND HAD A GIFT OF BEING ABLE TO MAKE YOU LAUGH.I WILL NEVER FORGET HIS MONOTONE VOICE-MAY THE STRENGTH ANDY HAD INSIDE OF HIM BE A COMFORT TO HIS FAMILY. HE WOULD RATHER SEE YOU SMILE THAN WIPE AWAY YOUR TEARS.WE WILL ALL MISS ANDY.MAY GOD WATCH OVER HIS FAMILY.
Judy Larsen
May 29, 2004
Dear Eileen,Bobby,Craig,Jillian & Ashley,
We are very sorry to hear about Andy. I enjoyed knowing him.He was a special person. We will pray for your strength and courage at this sad time in your live.
Love,
Judy & Herman
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