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Andrew Federer Obituary

Youngsville, LA - Andrew Jude "AJ" Federer, 59 passed away peacefully after his valiant battle with cancer on Tuesday, November 15, 2016.

AJ was born in Columbus, Ohio on June 18, 1957.

AJ (as he was known to his friends) spent most of his adult life in Lafayette, LA. Initially he was employed by Prize Beer and then moved on to Acadiana Bottling Company where he served in various positions in the sales department eventually ending up as a Training Manager. He was employed there for 32 years.

AJ was also a State Certified CDL examiner which was an accomplishment that he was extremely proud of.

AJ also served four years in the United States Marine Corp and obtained the rank of Corporal and also served in the Marine Corp Reserves.

He is survived by three loving sisters Cathy, Nancy and Martha and three adoring brothers Tony, Michael and Robert and a host of nieces, nephews and many friends that met him during his lifetime.

AJ was preceded in death by his father Donald Federer and mother Jean Federer.

As per his request a Celebration of Life will be held at Max's Pool Hall on December 17, 2016 from 1-3 pm.

In lieu of flowers the family request that donations be made to the Wounded Warriors Association.

See full obituary at www.lafuneralservices.com

Final arrangements entrusted to Louisiana Funeral Services & Crematory of Broussard (337) 330-8006.

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

Published by The Advertiser on Dec. 14, 2016.

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Patty Bauman

December 15, 2016

Andy you will be missed by many. Especially by all the Federer Family Cousins. What a joy it was to get to know you as an adult at the family reunions. You were charming and funny, what a delight. We will all miss you!

December 14, 2016

Family friend for more than 45 years. A good man...

kathy Becker

December 14, 2016

My Thoughts and Prayers will continue for peace and comfort through your grief of you Loving brother

December 14, 2016

It is hard to believe that you are gone. I will always remember the fun you brought to our family reunions. My thoughts and prayers will go to your family and friends --

Love, Janet Federer Pickens (your cousin)

Julie Adkins(Federer)

December 14, 2016

I am so sad about this. I will miss his awesome humor and fun times at our family reunions. Rest in Peace Cuz, love you so much.

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