Search by Name

Add a Memory

Send Flowers

Make a Donation

Share Obituary

Andrew R. Priede

Andrew Priede Obituary

PRIEDE, Andrew R., 44, of Tampa, passed away August 22, 2007. A native and lifelong resident of Tampa, Andrew was a graduate of Jesuit High School, class of 1981. He was the owner of Chic Tanning Center and he served as a baseball pitching coach for Alonso High School. He often volunteered as an usher at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church. His hobbies included playing baseball, golf, and especially spending time with his wife and children. He was preceded in death by his parents, Andrew and Julia Priede, and is survived by his loving wife, Nancy M. Priede; loving children, Julia, Kasey, and Andrew Jr.; sister, Judy Baker, and husband, Gary; nephews, Craig and Jeff Baker; mother and father-in-law, Bill and Diane Morgan; grandmother-in-law, Agnes Furman; and brother-in-law, Kevin Morgan. A funeral Mass will be offered for the repose of his soul at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, August 28, at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 1711 11th Ave., Ybor City. Everyone is to meet directly at the church for the funeral Mass. Entombment will follow in Centro Asturiano Memorial Park Mausoleum. Pallbearers include Craig and Jeff Baker, Kevin Morgan, Jose Lopez, Joe Valenti, Bill Morgan and Michael Priede. Honorary pallbearers include Mark Hannon, Rick Fernandez, Gary Baker, Al and Bruce Rosen, Landy Faedo and Johnny Fernandez.The family would like to give a special thanks to Nilo Priede and Jose Lopez for their loving care and attention. Please omit flowers and, in lieu of, donations may be made to "Andrew Priede' s Children Trust Fund." Checks should be mailed to George K. Guida, CPA, Prida-Guida & Co., 1106 N. Franklin St. Tampa, FL 33602, in memory of Andrew. You will always be in our heart, your wife, children, family members and many friends.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by TBO.com from Aug. 25 to Aug. 26, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Andrew Priede

20 Entries

Joe V

August 19, 2023

Still alive in our memories missing you Chic .... never forgotten

Joe Valenti

September 19, 2021

Chic,

Several years have passed & not a day goes by that your wise words are remembered & paraphrased when a challenging situation is presented. We love you & miss you till this day. You were everyones best friend ... missing my workout partner never had one since!

Al Rosen

August 19, 2020

13 years have passed but never forgotten; Joe and I were talking about you last week. RIP my brother

Al Rosen

August 19, 2019

Been 12 years but you are not forgotten. Joe and I were talking about you the other day as they are making a documentary about Milton and the Rays are honoring him - there are 200 plus people coming with close to 100 Boddy Shoppe members - leaving a seat for you and know you are watching over it all. We miss your physical presence but you are not forgotten!

Dina Perez

August 31, 2007

Nancy, Julia, Kasey, and Andy, Jr.,
We were always so inspired by Andy's srength and faith. May all of you find the courage to face life as he did. No matter what came Andy's way he always faced it with hope. He lived his life as if he were going to live to be 100, perhaps we should all live like that, never give up. I will forever love my little cousin. Memories of his courage, smile, and kindness will be a comfort till I meet up with him again.
Andy, give my Dad a huge hug for me and enjoy your many rounds of golf together.
Love, Dina and Family

Martha minahan

August 30, 2007

Nancy,
Bill and Martha Minahan here - we used to live 2 doors down from you parents and we taught Andy at Jesuit. We were very sorry to learn of his death. We know how hard he fought through all his physical battles - and always with a positive outlook ! Please be sure of our love and prayers at this very difficult time. We remember your 2 beautiful girls - and are thrilled to learn that there is a "little Andy." Please give our best to your parents.

Warmly,
Bill and Martha Minahan

MARK WENGYN

August 28, 2007

I was SADDEN to hear of the great loss of ANDY. I don't know that if you know me or heard my name, but Andy and I grew up together we lived a block apart. we played litte league together and big league baseball. We hung out alot in our early years up through H/S .ANDY aka The Chick! His well given nick name, GOT TO LOVE IT!ANDY was a FUN, CARING and a true friend a Buddy. I wish we would of had stayed close, GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. ANDY say hello to your Dad for me .Your Catcher and Friend Mark Wengyn.

Trina Rodriguez

August 28, 2007

Andy was a very special man with a very generous heart. He faced his medical challenges with strength and grace. I always admired his silent demeanor regarding his many ailments; one would never guess the battle that he was fighting constantly. His dedication to his family and friends was evident in the way he lived his life. I have been a customer of Andy's for several years, but I always considered him more of a friend. I will always keep Andy, Nancy, and their children in my prayers and although our days are saddened by Andy's passing, we can take comfort in that he will now have eternal peace.

Nancy, may God bless you and your children and I hope you know that you will always have a special angel watching over you. We are all here for you.

Sincerely,
Trina Rodriguez
Tampa

Martin Nieto

August 27, 2007

I was lucky enough to share many laughs with Andy throughout the years,whether it was hanging out with the Valenti brothers,playing baseball with the "Lookouts",or talking junk at the Boddy Shoppe Gym.
Andy was an incredibly positive individual,an inspiration to many of us and will be greatly missed. May God bless you and your family.

Tami Sanchez

August 27, 2007

I will miss you. I remember when I was really young, going to your house and sitting with Uncle Andrew and Aunt Julia, and when you were there, you would take us around and play. I think about your family often, and I am sorry I did not get to see you lately. Love, Tami

Nichole Whitehurst (Burmeff)

August 27, 2007

Nancy,
I am so sorry about Andy. My heart goes out to your and your family. I remember when you and I worked together at the bank and you were dating Andy. You were so in love with him. It has been a while since we lost touch. Please let me know if there is something I can do to help.
Love & Prayers,

Alan Rosen

August 27, 2007

Throughout my life I have known and work with many people of raw powerful strength (power lifters, wrestlers, ultimate fighters, world strongest men competitors as well as the women I train in the Women’s Tri-Fitness), but none has ever exceeded the strength and desire of Andy Priede. I have seen Andy fight many health battles over the last 30 years and he has somehow won. When interviewed years ago for the newspaper, the reporter asked me who I admired; I responded Andy Priede. She said who? I told her of a man with baseball and golf talent who had to fight health issues. Despite all the battles, he never ever complained. To Andy, each bout was like spring training – had to get strong for the next season.

I would like to tell Nancy and the three children to remain strong for Andy. He was and always will be admired by so many people. He meant the world to me and my family. Julia, Kasey and Andy Jr. – go out there and hit the golf balls, tennis balls, etc because he will be watching.

Al Rosen & Bernadette Schimnowski
Stephanie, Jennifer & Lindsey Rosen

Jesus Valdes

August 27, 2007

Andy,
While I have not seen you in years, I kept in touch through Jose. You are a great person, friend and father! You always entertained us all with your jokes and stories. With of your medical issues, you never once complained about anything. We are all going to miss you but you are now in a much better place. May God bless you and your family.

Chuck Melendi

August 27, 2007

I knew Andy from Jesuit HS years ago, as well as many in the Priede family. Although I have not seen Andy for years, he was a great guy who always had a smile and brightened your day. God bless him and his family.

Greg,Mary Roberts

August 26, 2007

I am a parshioner of olph [now living away[ but i remember Andrew at church with his father
we are so sorry to hear about Andrew
you are in our prayers
may God Bless you and your family

Debbie LaSalvia

August 26, 2007

I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Andy was a wonderful person. I knew Andy from going to the tanning bed for years. I was so happy that he found such Love with Nancy, he often spoke of her and his children, and when he did his eyes would light up like I had never seen in the previous years. Andy will be greatly missed. My prayers go out to his wife, children, and his very close friends.

Peggy Gynn

August 25, 2007

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time. Marko, Nicole and I extend our deepest condolences. We would like to help, in any way we can.
With deep sadness and our prayers,
Peggy (Nicole's Mom)

Peggy Gynn

August 25, 2007

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time. On behalf of Marko and Nicole, we would like to extend our help, with anything you may need.
With deep sadness and prayers,
Peggy (Nicole's Mom)

BRUCE ROSEN

August 25, 2007

The crown of a good name.

There are three crowns, our Sages taught: The crown of Torah, the crown of priesthood, and the crown of royalty: But the crown of a good name excels them all.

"Blessed is the person who lives with a good name and departs this world with a good name."

Of such a person did the Bible say: " A good name is to be treasured above precious oil."

Wealth, like health, may pass away, But a good name can live on forever.

It can adorn a person throughout life; It can be bequeathed as a precious inheritance.

Conferring honor on family and friends, Inspiring and challenging those who carry on.

Therefore our ancient Sages taught: "The righteous need no monuments; Their good deeds are their memorials.

The kindness they have shown, the love they have given, Remain in everlasting remembrance.

Their achievements are more lasting than granite, Their devotion is an enduring lagacy.

May God remember our dear Andy Priede... Who has gone to his eternal rest. May he be at one with the One who life is eternal. May the beauty of his life shine for evermore, and may our lives bring honor to his memory. Amen

We will all miss Andy very much.

Bruce, Milton, & Jacquelyn Rosen

Alice & Eloy Sanchez & Family

August 25, 2007

We were so happy he came to the family reunion and we got to know him. He spoke of his life and family which he loved very much. He had a lot of faith that he would be with his parents again.

Showing 1 - 20 of 20 results