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Dawn Sutton
October 31, 2018
I am not what made me think of you today. This is definitely not what I thought I would find. I will never forget that smile and that stinky cheese. I always hoped I would get to tell you I had found out that your Grandpa Ryskamp and my Uncle Abe were brothers (he was married my biological Aunt Ila), We would have had a great laugh over that. I know it is late to say but my condolences to the love of your life, Linda and the childran you adored, Michael and Makenzie. I hope they are finding peace and comfort in the memory of your love.
Darrell Davies
October 2, 2010
Andy contributed not only his tennis talent to our KVCC tennis program, but he was a central figure in the fun the team had those two years he played. Those were days when tennis players were multisport athletes with a team perspective. Andy was a great team player as you can see from some of his old team members' comments. Although Andy moved and worked far away from his Schoolcraft roots and friends, he was always one of those kind of people that was kept in a special place in your heart and mind. I know he continued to bring smiles to the faces of those he interacted with just like he did in his KVCC playing days. The good do die young, and Andy was certainly one of the good ones. May we all remember him fondly and continue to celebrate his life which he lived fully. Darrell Davies / KVCC tennis coach for Andy.
Brian Lusson
September 29, 2010
I was also a teammate of Andy's at KVCC. In fact, our sophomore year we lived together at his grandparents home, not far from the college. We had a great time, and were part of a pretty darn good team. I remember one January blizzard where we were snowed in for a couple days. After cabin fever set in, Andy and I grabbed our crosscountry skis and headed for the Western Michgan campus - where all the parties were. The grocery stores were sold out of the beverages we wanted (they were sold out of just about everything), so we trekked on to campus, found a party or two, and had a great time. Fond memories with my friend and teammate. May he rest in peace.
Darrell Davies
August 23, 2010
I was your dad's tennis coach at Kalamazoo Valley Comm. Col. He was a great contribution to that team. If you give me an address, I will be happy to send you some pictures from those two years. I share in your loss. I enjoyed my time with your dad when he played for me.
Keith Chapman
August 23, 2010
To the Blodgett family, I knew your Husband, Father growing up while playing tennis, first, as a competitor at Comstock High and then as a teammate at KVCC. I think fondly upon those times and the many smiles and laughter Andy brought to almost every situation. I am shocked that he is gone and now am reflecting on how precious life is and that every day we must live our lives to the fullest. I am greatly saddened by his passing.
God Bless...
Rick Stone
August 20, 2010
Remember many competitive moments on the Village Tennis courts in the mid 1970's as both a partner and a competitor. I'll always remember most your desire to compete in the U.S. Open. God speed... Only the good die young, so Andrew, you're in great hands.
Dawn Davis& Cindee Seaburg-Moore
August 20, 2010
Linda, Michael, and Makanzie,
Our contact with Andy was through school years at SHS. We have fond memories. He was a great guy with a fun personality. We are sure he must have been a wonderful husband and father and will be missed dearly.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the Blodgett family
Will Jones
August 20, 2010
Dear Linda, Makenzie and Mike,
Though my contacts with Andy were few while Mike and Mackenzie attended San Luis Obispo High School, I had great respect for the Blodgett family and I'm terribly sorry for your loss. If children are a reflection of their parents, then Andy was a very good man. Please accept my sincere condolences.
Nancy Jacks-Montgomery
August 18, 2010
To the Blodgett Family
Although I haven't seen Andy in many years, I remember him from my days working at Goldsmith Seeds. (My husband & I have since moved back to our native SC)
Andy was a very kind person, who was a true gentleman and always had a smile on his face. I know your hearts are aching and my prayers go out to you all.
In sympathy,
Mike Capp
August 18, 2010
I am sorry to hear of Andy's recent and untimely passings. I knew him during my time with Goldsmith Seeds and his visits to the firm. Our prayers are with you all.
Carol West
August 17, 2010
To the Blodgett Family,
My heart goes out to you.I grew up with Andy in Schoolcraft,we were in many classes together throughout school there and I always knew he would be very successful and a good family man.I always remember a smile on his face.Take care.
Reese & Vicki
August 16, 2010
Dear Linda, Makenzie & Michael:
What can anyone say at a time like this that will help ease the terrible pain that each of you are feeling? Nothing, except to say that all of us are here for you.
Only time and time alone will ease your pain but certainly not the wonderfull memories of your husband and your father that will always be with each of you.
May the Lord bless you in this time of sorrow and loss.
Reese & Vicki
Murray Kirby
August 16, 2010
Michael and Makenzie,
My thoughts are with you and your Mom during this sad time. You are a strong, loving family that made a lasting impression on me in my years teaching at Laguna. I wish you well in the days and weeks to come.
Barbara (Ryskamp) Harrell
August 16, 2010
Linda and family, So sorry to hear about my cousin Andy, we used to have alot of fun in our younger days. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Rob & Lauren Powelson
August 15, 2010
Dear Linda, Michael & Makenzie:
Andy was great supporter of Penn golf and always made it a point to spend quality time with the team during our travels. He was truly a great father and no doubt a wonderful husband.
I am forever grateful to have spent many quality moments with him both on and off the golf course. Personally, I will never forget some of the wonderful memories we have enjoyed with your family as a result of coaching Michael. In fact, I would be remiss in not mentioning he was there to see us win a historic Ivy League Championship and make a statement at NCAA Regionals at Arizona State back in '07.
I will also cherish the quality time we spent talking about community banking and the winery project. Not to mention golf!
Lauren and I as well as Ryan & Shane are thinking of you during this difficult time. We love you all very much and share in your loss.
Don Wills
August 15, 2010
How very sad and my sorrow to the entire
family. To Andy $ Joyce and uncle Bud
whom I have known and loved starting in
the 40's, may God heal the loss.
August 15, 2010
To The Blodgett Family: I was deeply saddend and shocked to hear of the sudden passing of Andrew. I remember all the good times we shared at all the Penn golf events. Please take some solace knowing that countless friends are sharing in your lost of such a valued "loved one". You have my sincerest sympathy and condolences and I will keep you all in my prayers.
With sincere sympathy,
Mr. Robert P. Powelson
(Coach Rob's father)
Carrie Zinn
August 14, 2010
Dear Michael and Makenzie,
I am so sorry about the sudden loss of your father. Life is very unfair and losing your father is a painful experience. I know that you two are strong, caring individuals, and with the help of your Mother, you will get through this. I am thinking of you both. Carrie Zinn
August 14, 2010
Blodgett Family,
John and I are thinking of you today, Sat. Aug. 14th. It's 1:30 our time and 10:30 in SLB and we are sad that we can not be with you at this time. Our hearts ache with sadness for all of you. We have such great memories of our times together here in Mich, England and SLB. We love you very much. John and Barb Kruis
Patti & Jerry Hempenius
August 14, 2010
Linda, Michael & Makenzie: We are so saddened with the sudden passing of our very good friend & neighbor Andy. How thankful we are that we could be with you at the Special Olympics on Saturday. Our thoughts & prayers are with you as you struggle through this very difficult time.
Andy Brown
August 13, 2010
Blodgett Family,
Andy was a true friend, words can't express the pain and empty feeling his sudden death has left behind for me, I feel extremely lucky to have been given the chance to be a small part of the legacy he has left behind. My deepest sorrow and prayers go out to all. He will all ways be alive in the many memories we have shared over the years. So long my friend for a little while!
Debbie Nephew
August 13, 2010
Dear Linda and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of sorrow. Although I haven't seen Andy in many years, it still feels like I am loosing a brother. He and his family are like a second family to me and he WILL BE MISSED!
With Deepest Sympathy,
Debbie Nephew
August 13, 2010
Dear Linda,
I am so very sorry for your loss. My heart aches for you, Michael, and Makenzie. May God hold you all extra close right now, and may you feel all the love and prayers being sent your way.
I love you,
Katrina
Gail and Mike Congdon
August 13, 2010
Dear Linda,
Our hearts go out to you and your family.
We are thinking of you with love,
Gail and Mike
Elaine Jacobs
August 13, 2010
Dear Linda, Michael and Makenzie,
I was shocked to hear of Andy's passing. Years ago I used to see him in the wee hours of the morning working out at the Country Club gym. He was a kind, gentle man, and I enjoyed seeing him. My thoughts and prayers will be with you.
John and Mary Ann Schroeder
August 13, 2010
Linda, Michael and Makenzie,
We send our deepest condolences on Andy's passing. Although we had only met Andy a few times, we feel close to your family with the many wonderful times we shared during your family visits to Amelia Island.
We hope the time the family has spent together creating the family collage has provided you with some comfort. Did you find yourself saying, "remember when Dad .... or Dad would say ...." Tears will come with these memories and eventually your heart will begin to heal.
Our prayers are with you.
Susan DuMelle
August 13, 2010
Dear Linda, Michael and Makenzie:
I am so sorry for your loss Andy will be missed by so many. His memory will live on with everyone that know him.
August 13, 2010
Dear Linda and family please know that your entire family are in our prayers. Doug and Kelli Ryskamp Schoolcraft Michigan
Scott Barnes
August 13, 2010
It is with great sorrow to hear of his passing, my prayers are with you all may God's love and your faith be ever so strong. He will be missed and loved by all.
Chuck Blevins
August 13, 2010
We will miss Andy greatly. My God be with you all during the very difficult time. Our prayers and thoughts are with the entire family.
Mary Lou Sumi
August 12, 2010
Linda and family- I am so sorry for your loss of Andy. I will be out of town this weekend and so unable to attend the memorial. My thoughts and prayers will be with you on Saturday, as well as my continuing support through the difficult days ahead.
Mary Lou Sumi
August 12, 2010
Linda. Mike and Mckenzie, We are very sad to her of
Andys passing and wish all of you the strength to continue on the way Andy would want you to ... Larry and Jeanette Meek
August 12, 2010
Linda, Makenzie and Mike,
We are shocked and so saddened about Andy's passing. Please know our hearts and thoughts are with you.
Cayse, Rod, Gracie and Emily Babcock
August 12, 2010
LINDA AND FAMILY,
All of us at Grimes Horticulture and myself send our sympathies to you. I knew Andy well and missed working with him in recent years. We will say our prayers for him and for you.
Gary Grimes
Joanie & Bill Brown
August 12, 2010
What a horrible shock for all. I'll always remember Andy's caring concern for the country club and his clients. It was a joy to work with him on a few projects. He will be greatly missed.
Please accept our sympathy in your loss, Linda and children.
God bless you always, Joanie & Bill Brown
Stacey Dunlap
August 12, 2010
I enjoyed working with Andy at Waller Genetics - what a neat person with a good personality. My thoughts and prayers are with his family at this difficult time.
Rendina Family
August 12, 2010
Linda, Mike & Makenzie:
So very sorry to hear of Andy's untimely passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Rich so enjoyed walking the course every year with Andy at the Ivy Championships, and will cherish those memories. May all your memories help comfort you and give you strength in the days and weeks ahead.
Rich, Barb, Brett & Rachel
August 12, 2010
Linda, Michael and McKenzie--You enhanced the lives of Mike, Beth, Kellie and A.J. and they will forever remember the good times and ridiculously funny situations you and Andy created. Their loss has been our loss and we wish you the strength to get you thru this most difficult time. Love Jack and Joan Havenga
August 12, 2010
Linda, what a shock. Sue and I are at a loss for words. Please trust that you are in our thoughts and prayers and may God give you the strength to find peace in your day.
Love, the Gignac's - Henry, Sue, Lauren, John and Marcus from Grand Rapids, Michigan
Tammy Price
August 12, 2010
Linda and family. We are so so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Jeff and Tammy
Susie Gunther
August 12, 2010
Enjoyed working with Andy and always remember his smile and great personality! Thoughts and prayers to his family. Susie Gunther, Sakata Seed America, Inc.
Vicky Rupley
August 12, 2010
My heart is with you Linda, Michael and Makenzie, even from far away. I will miss Andy so much.
Beth Colburn
August 12, 2010
Dear Linda, Michael and Makenzie,
Just last week we were sharing memories of fun times we had together with you. We are so sorry about Andy and pray that you will all be lifted by your own special memories.
Kevin and Beth
Mike Havenga
August 12, 2010
I will miss you my friend.
August 12, 2010
we send our love and prayers and keep your family in our thoughts as you remember your love for Andy. Dennis and Wynne
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