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Andrew Grubb Obituary
Smyrna, TN
On Friday, August 4, 2017, Lieutenant Colonel Andrew Todd Grubb, United States Army, died at the age of 51 after an intense but valiant battle with cancer. Andrew will be forever remembered by his loving wife and best friend Chasity Hope, and their four precious children Duncan, Sophie, Jack, and Devlin, as well as by his mother Gail Pardue McGrath and his sister and brother, Katie (Travis) and J.T. (Lena). Andrew will also be forever remembered by his large extended family and all his dear friends and his brothers-and-sisters-in-arms.
A Memorial Service and Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, August 11, 2017 at 4:30 p.m. at the Tennessee Army National Guard Volunteer Training Site, Parade Field, 8th Ave, Smyrna, Tennessee, 37167.
Memorial donations in memory of Andrew may be made to the American Brain Tumor Association (www.abta.org) or to the MD Anderson Moon Shots program (www.mdanderson.org).
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Sherry Long
March 11, 2025
I knew him as Todd. We were childhood friends. He stayed with with his grandmother/grandfather Pardue a lot who were my neighbors across the street growing up. Todd was one year younger than me. I felt like he was my brother. We played together almost every night. We lost track after I turned 18 and moved away. I tried to look him up several times. I see from all the comments that he grew up into a wonderful man. I knew that he would. It saddens me greatly to know he is not with his family and friends any longer. You are in my heart.
Sherry Howard Long
(The Moses' granddaughter from across the street on Crestway)
tatanya anderson
April 9, 2024
he was the best grandpapa in they world and I love him
Josh ledford
May 16, 2020
.it been about 3 years...and now am saying something Andrew was the most kindest person as well as his family..i met him in boy scouts and in school with his son Duncan and that's how we met he was are leader...but I cared so much about him because how nice he treated me for me and he was one of the first to treat me like human other than family..and when I found he died when I came home from school...I felt a piece of me .gone and..just wanted to break down from losing a best friend..and I had a such a good time with them...we had a family in cub scout..but..I do blame myself even though I shouldn't... but I never ..got to say...thank you for being my friend Andrew..
J B
August 5, 2018
As you remember your beloved Andrew Grubb, may our Father the God of peace give you comfort and peace in every way today, tomorrow and always. Please accept my sincere condolences. Psalm 94:18,19
Robert Hibbett
September 12, 2017
LTC Grubb was a soldier of service to all. I salute his life and his family. He will be missed by many.
I did not know of his passing until today.
COL(R) Robert Hibbett
SSG (R) Gregory Potts
August 16, 2017
My thoughts and prayers goes out to the family of LTC Grubb. Rest in piece .
Leroy and Shelia Munsey
August 14, 2017
We are saddened by the loss of a wonderful husband, father and son-in-law to our cousins. He was a great example and we are so thankful to have known him. We thank him for serving for our country.
Jimmie & Bonnie Parsley
August 14, 2017
We will miss our nephew. Your family loves you. A long struggle you have had. God Bless you always.
LTC Bradford Asplund
August 13, 2017
Andrew, I'm glad we met in 1998 through the TNARNG. We've been great buds every since to include OIF and many trips to NTC. Rest in Peace my friend.
COL (R) Carla Decker
August 12, 2017
Rest in peace Andrew. Prayers and hugs to you and your family Chasity. May you find peace in the knowledge that he is no longer in pain. He will be sorely missed by his extended military family. May God hold you and comfort you as you go through this very difficult time.
Brayden Lowe
August 11, 2017
This is Brayden Lowe, I was with Duncan at Rock Springs, we are very sorry for your loss and we wish you the very best. Our prayers go out to you.
Jay Mcnelly
August 11, 2017
Prayers to the family. You were a good friend and will be missed. See you on the green.
Stephen Hensley
August 11, 2017
I'll be looking for you at Fiddler's Green my friend. Serving with you and being one that you called your friend was a privilege indeed.
Kelly Knowles
August 11, 2017
We loved Andrew and this entire precious family. They treated my grandson Joshua always with the most wonderful grace and kindness. RIP to a wonderful person.
Gary Herr
August 11, 2017
It was my honor and privilege to have served with Andrew. I was blessed by his support and friendship. I sought his counsel and guidance often which he provided generously.
He made me a better military officer and person.
He would shrug off my praise and just say that he was doing his duty - however he knew that I knew better.
God bless his family. I pray that they are comforted by the love and support of our military family.
Gary Herr
Colonel (Retired)
SSG Sande Hooks
August 11, 2017
So very sad. He was so sweet and thoughtful. He will be missed. Prayers for the family.
SGT Mack Rippy Jr
August 11, 2017
A great man has been lost, he will be greatly missed. LTC Grubb taught me so much when I started at VTS Smyrna. Because of him I am the soldier I am today, he was a great leader and a great role model. Thank you and you will be deeply missed.
August 11, 2017
It was an honor serving with him.
Andrew McCulloch
August 11, 2017
LTC Grubb was one of my favorite Platoon Leaders. We served together at the Lenoir City unit and I remember the deep voice that he had surprised me coming from such a thin Officer. I love him like a Brother and I am crying as I write this....
My sincerest condolences to the family. My prayers go out to you and I will light a candle for him when I get home.
Continue the mission, Andrew... We will see each other again one day at Fiddler's Green.
LTC (ret) Bob Evans
August 11, 2017
I'll miss my OCS bunk mate, many beers between he and I.
SSG Kinsey And Family
August 10, 2017
Met LTC Grubb several years ago as we both worked at Smyrna VTS, then had him briefly as our BN Commander at RRB. From the beginning he struck me as a kind, helpful, considerate Leader who truly cared about all soldiers. Very sorry for your loss. He will be missed by all.
August 10, 2017
I worked with Andrew when he was a lieutenant at Athens, he was a good officer and a good man. He will dearly missed by everyone in the Guard family, my prayers to his family.
Gary Hullinger
August 10, 2017
What a lost. My short time with the Tennessee Guard allowed me to work with some great leaders. He was a great leader of soldiers and was a person that would listen to his NCO's. Rest In Peace my friend. You will truly be missed. Prayers to the Tennessee National Guard, his friends and especially his family. The Lord has a new angel in his army.
Bobby Winningham
August 10, 2017
I always enjoyed working with Andrew. He was always a blessing to be around such a gentle soul. He was always encouraging to others. May God bless and comfort his family.
MSG (RET) Rebecca Moore
August 10, 2017
My heart goes out to you all. Thoughts and prayers.
Michael Roberts
August 10, 2017
As outstanding a soldier, officer, boss and friend that he was, he was 10 times a better person. You will be terribly missed. I salute you sir!
Lisa McGill
August 10, 2017
So sorry for your loss Chasity.
steve flynn
August 10, 2017
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SFC (Ret) Todd Anderson
August 10, 2017
Our hearts are saddened by your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you
Todd and Jackie
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