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1946
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2011
Andrew Haluska Obituary
He was born on Aug. 8, 1946, in Des Moines. He was married to his wife, Kate, for 41 years and was a kind and loving father to his three sons: Andrew Haluska (Kimberly) and daughter, Karmella, of Omaha, Matthew Haluska (Chadeana) son, Matthew, and daughter, Lily, of Fort Walton Beach, and Michael Haluska (Leah) of Navarre, Fla.
He was employed by Lockheed Martin in Fort Walton Beach for the last 18 years and prior to that he owned Real Time Graphics in Des Moines. He was a Navy veteran of the Vietnam War and an avid golfer.
A memorial service will take place in Des Moines.
Arrangements are under the direction of Davis-Watkins Funeral Home in Fort Walton Beach.
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Memories and Condolences
for Andrew Haluska
Bob Rushing
March 23, 2021
Andy and I went through 1-12th school together. We also were cousins of a mutual cousin so almost family. He was one of the most principled men I’ve ever known.
April 25, 2011
May God rest you in your new home, Andy. Memories of "10th Street" are not forgotten and always cherished. Rest in Peace! Dean Selby
Mike Haluska
April 11, 2011
Dad, I miss you every day. Thank you for working so hard for us. I won't stop trying to make you proud. I love you
Joy Langeness Coppola
April 7, 2011
I have fond memories of times on 10th street and Andy's infectious smile. I'm so sorry to hear of his passing.
Carol Farley Riley
April 4, 2011
Aunt Kate, Cousins Andy, Matt and Mike, and the extended Haluska and Farley families, I wish I could be with you in Des Moines during this difficult time. My thoughts are with you.
Suzi Rothchild
April 4, 2011
Kathy & family, John, Mary and Mike,
I am so very sorry for your loss of Andy.
How fortunate we all were to have had the friendship and love of the wonderful Haluska family that began on 10th Street and has continued through all the years. My deepest sympathy to all of you on such a sad and tragic loss.
Love,
Suzi Rothchild
Ron and Jane Stark
April 4, 2011
Our thoughts are with you during this very difficult time. Bless all of you and please let us know if you need help with anything. Love, Ron and Jane Stark
Janie (Meyer) Hall
April 3, 2011
I remember Andy as a little boy on 10th Street in West Des Moines. He was such a cutie. We had the most wonderful neighborhood. All the kids were close because the families were close. I was sorry to hear of Andy's death. He and my brother, Fred, played Little League baseball together and John and I went through grade school together. Janie Meyer Hall (Sunrise Beach, MO)
Dan Francis
April 1, 2011
Andy was a real good friend, a fun person to play golf with and of course a great jokester. He will always be remembered and missed every day.
Jim Julich
April 1, 2011
Hail and farewell Andy;
May we one day again turn a double play ("zee dubs") on a diamond greater than that of the West Des Moines Babe Ruth League while your dad John shouts from the dugout "way to go boys!"
With fond memories of all of your family and the old days.
Lorin Siron
April 1, 2011
Andy was truly wonderful to work with and a friend always positive and happy. Andy touched so many people in his life and his loss will be felt by all. May the Lord be with him and his family.
Marion Manley
April 1, 2011
Working with Andy was a pleasure; always fun and always smiling. May the Lord be with him and his family as he begins his everlasting journey.
Tim Shaffer
April 1, 2011
It was a true honor to work with Andy. I have a profound sense of loss that can't even touch that of family and friends...you will be missed.
Glenn Knight
April 1, 2011
Andy, Godspeed my friend.
You have brightened the lives of all those who knew you - with your smile, your friendly greetings, and your presence.
You are, and always will be, missed by so many of us.
Kitty Kortuem
April 1, 2011
When you are sorrowful look again in your heart, and you shall see that in truth you are weeping for that which has been your delight. ~Kahlil Gibran
Clara Barker
April 1, 2011
May God bring peace to the Haluska family. I will miss Andy's smiling face and kind words.
Denise Wright
April 1, 2011
I just want to extend my sympathy to the Haluska family. I worked with Andy at LM Hurlburt Field for a number of years. Andy was always early to work with a smile. He will be missed
Doug and Toni Smith
March 31, 2011
May God wrap his arms around all of you in this difficult time. So sorry for your loss.
March 31, 2011
Andy was old West Des Moines and old Dowling as well as a great guy.
Being a cousin of a cousin was kind of special for a bunch of us.
Bob Rushing SHCS & DHS '64
Cheri Sandman
March 31, 2011
Kathy, John, Mary and Mike and the Haluska family,
I was so very sad to hear of Andy's passing...what a shock it must be for all of you. The Haluska family has always been an important part of our family over the years...we have enjoyed many good times as well as many good memories. Andy will be missed by so many...I always will remember him and his laugh. My heart and prayers go out to every one of you.
God Bless.
Love, Cheri Rothchild Sandman
Denny Romeo
March 30, 2011
John, Mike and Mary, so sorry to hear about Andy passing away. He was always one of my favorite cousins. Andy was born in August of 46, I was born a month later of the same year. Yes he will be greatly missed, but never forgotten. My heart go's out to you guys.......... Love, Denny Romeo
mary angela
March 30, 2011
And,
I'll never forget your laugh, your spirit and your love.
Mar
Mary Angela
March 30, 2011
And, we will keep you in our hearts forever. I'll miss your laugh, your spirit and your love. Mar
Mary Angela
March 30, 2011
And, I will keep you in my heart forever. I'll miss your laugh, your spirit and your love. Mar
Carol (Merical)Polson
March 30, 2011
Yes that is the smile I will always remember. My deepest sympathy goes out to his family.
Marcy and Ronnie Thompson
March 30, 2011
Haluska Family,
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Kim's Aunt and Uncle
Francesca Kaiser
March 30, 2011
My sympathies to all of you. It has been a long time, but I have wonderful childhood memories of Andy at 4th of July Romeo picnics in Pioneer Park. He was older than me but still so much fun to be around. Those were the days! As I grew older, he always knew me when he saw me, had something to say that would make me smile, and left me better than I was before.
Francesca (Romeo) Kaiser, daughter of Tony and Sharon
Tammy Muecke
March 30, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. ~A friend of Kim and Andy's here in Omaha.
Debi Muellner
March 30, 2011
Haluska Family,
We met Andy several times while in Omaha to visit with Andy, Kim and Karmi. Rest assured that you were loved intensely by your family and
friends and will be missed by all who had the joy of knowing you.
God Bless,
Jim and Debi Muellner
Tabor, Iowa
March 30, 2011
Kathy, Andy, Matt, Mike and families, Our thoughts and prayers for the comfort, love and peace of our Heavenly Father are with you at this most difficult time. Trusting Him to meet all your deepest needs and more! "God is able to do exceedingly, abundantly above all that we ask and think". God Bless, Annie & Jerry
Mike Caskey
March 30, 2011
"Andy, I'll miss the chats, the golf, and especially 17 years of friendship. My deepest condolences go out to Kate, your boys, and entire family. God bless you all in this trying time." Mike Caskey
Barry Jewett
March 30, 2011
Andy, Who is going to open the office now and get the coffee started? Seriously, you are, and will be, deeply missed. My deepest sympathy goes out to your family and many friends. God bless you and your family.
Ronnie Gamble
March 29, 2011
Andy was a very good friend. I missed him a lot when he moved to Florida and always hoped to see him again for another round of golf. See you later, my friend.
TJ Langdon
March 29, 2011
Andy, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. You will be deeply missed. God bless you!
Bruce Sava
March 29, 2011
Andy, I'm sure there's a great golf course for you to play on. My deepest sympathy goes out to his family and so many of his friends, you will be missed.
March 29, 2011
Andy, you will be missed.
Big Mike
Connie Gluvna
March 29, 2011
Kate and Boys,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Andy was loved by so many of us at work for his antics, smile, and firendship. We know he is on the great golf course in the sky watching down on all of us. He will truly be missed. You have my deepest sympathy.
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