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Andra Jade Zavoy-Lynch

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Andra Zavoy-Lynch Obituary

Andra Jade Zavoy-Lynch, 33, of Richmond, Va., passed away Sunday, September 18, 2005. She is survived by her husband, David Alan Lynch; her mother, Aloise Konstance Zavoy; her sister, Aloise Konstance Zavoy-Hanks; and her brother-in-law, Erik Hanks. She was preceded in death by her father, Cmdr. Andrew John Zavoy, U.S. Navy (Ret.). Andra graduated from Wellesley College and the University of Richmond School of Law. She was employed at World Access as a corporate attorney and was a professor at Strayer University. She was a member of the Junior League of Richmond, Richmond Wellesley Club, vice president of her alumni class at Wellesley, Richmond Rotary Club and was an active member of the Virginia State Bar. A graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. Monday, September 26, in Westhampton Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, a gift in her name, Andra Jade Zavoy, Class of 93, may be made to Wellesley College at the Development Services Office, Wellesley College, 106 Central St., Wellesley, Mass. 02481.

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Sep. 23 to Sep. 26, 2005.

Memories and Condolences
for Andra Zavoy-Lynch

25 Entries

Monica S Brown

May 25, 2023

Andra was my friend, yet we lost contact. To learn of her passing all these years later breaks my heart. She was a wonderful person with an infectious smile. It may be years and tears, but I'm thankful to have known her. I'm sorry Andra we lost contact. May you continue to Rest in Paradise. Love,

Renee' Whittingham

October 30, 2005

Andra and I met attending a Junior League of Richmond new members meeting. We became quite friendly as we completed our new member tasks. Andra was sincere, with a warm and sharing manner. I will miss her.

Christina Mollinary

October 7, 2005

My Cousin, Andra----

" For every JOY that passes,

something BEAUTIFUL remains"

In all of our lives and for all of our days,you will remain in each of us that have loved you and those that received your love in return. No greater light shines brighter---no shining star will ever sparkle more.

Your Mother---may you feel the comfort--the peace---the knowing that Andra is now with Uncle Andy and Grammy and Gramps. Their arms welcomed Andra as she came to them and she will remain safely in their love and care.

Your Sister---a love so great---a love so never ending as two sisters one to another that no matter the time passed,Andra will remain with you to share all of your life's joys and happiness.

Your Husband---Reach for all of your mountain tops even as you walk thru your valleys. You will feel your Andra with you---a soft wind will blow and will so lightly touch upon your hand or your face. You will hear her laughter, you will feel her tears--but, always David, always you will feel her and have the memory of the love you shared.

Andra's butterfly will fly in the wind, with the wind...the seasons will pass and new seasons will come anew,and always, Andra, you will be there...among us and surrounding those that you love.

Had I known,Andra,I would have been there. Your Cousin, Christina

Michael Woychak

October 7, 2005

I was extremely sad and shocked to hear of the passing of Andrea. Her smile, wit and enthusiasm for life always provide me ecouragement. I will always remember her and our Saturday discussions at Strayer University regarding her Volvo, Computer and of course World Politics. I was one of her students and lucky to have had the opportunity of her wonderful friendship and will always remember her. May God Bless and be with you all.

Ann Gronboldt Werner

October 1, 2005

I just received an e-mail from one of my classmates about the passing of Andra, and wanted to send my deepest sympathies. Andra was a classmate of mine at Marymount. Her smile truly could light up a room. We are all blessed for the time and the memories shared while God had her on this earth. She is in his hands now. May peace be with you all at this sorrowful time.

John D. Sharer

September 27, 2005

I first met Andra about eight years ago, when she was applying for a position as a part-time law clerk in the Richmond, VA law firm in which I had been a partner. I liked her immediately; her wit was refreshing, and her intellect was most impressive. During 1971-72, I had been an exchange student at Wellesley College, from which Andra graduated in 1993. Andra and I had a nostalgic conversation about our respective Wellesley experiences, including the one professor whom we had in common, separated by twenty-one years. We remained in touch intermittently over the years. When my wife, Kathy, and I were shopping for living room furniture, we purchased it from Andra, who was working full time at The North Carolina Company to meet her law school expenses. The last time Andra contacted me was to share the joyous news that she was engaged to her husband David. To use a Southern expression, Andra was "wicked smart," with a keen intellect and an admirable love of the law. She had a very promising career, which has been cut short by her death. Her passing is a profoundly sorrowful tragedy for all of us who had the privilege to know her. My heartfelt condolences go out to her husband and the rest of her family.

Jennifer Hall

September 27, 2005

My heartfelt sympathies go out to your family. I met Andra in law school and, as these entries seem to emphasize, she always had a smile on her face and was very friendly and caring in what some would consider to be a cut-throat environment. I did not stay in touch with her once we graduated, but I was so sorry to hear of her passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and her family and friends.

Adrienne Sydnor

September 26, 2005

I was heartbroken to hear of the passing of Professor Zavoy. I was one of her students at Strayer University, and will always remember her. She was so full of life, and touched each and every one of us. I will always remember her smile and her sense of humor. My prayers are with you all.

Kathy Davis (Rech)

September 26, 2005

Dave,

I am deeply saddened to hear of your loss. You are in my prayers.

Kathy

Jill McCutcheon

September 25, 2005

On behalf of myself and all the lawyers at my firm here in Toronto who had the pleasure of working with Andra, we convey our sincerest sympathies to Dave, Mrs. Zavoy, all of Andra's family and colleagues.

Andra was a lovely person, fun and funny, full of life, a pleasure to be with and to work with.

She was a truly remarkable person. Andra's positive approach to everything and the enthusiasm with which she embraced life, is an enduring example to us all.

Sandy & George Anderson

September 24, 2005

Dear Andra,

Thank you for the wonderful years that we have treasured with you and David together. You truly have been a bright and shining star in our large family. Your smile could just light up a room, and brighten the day with your presence. We love you, and miss you terribly already. Please watch over us from Heaven~until we see you again.

Love you so much,

Sandy, your Mother-in-law

George, your Father-in-law

Jimmy Manning

September 24, 2005

Dave,

We are so very sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our prayers. Stay strong and dont hesitate to call if you need anything.

Our deepest sympathy.

Jimmy and Laura Manning

jeannette gilbo

September 24, 2005

I'D LIKE TO EXPRESS MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY FOR ANDRA'S FAMILY. I HAD THE PLEASURE OF WORKING WITH ANDRA

AT THE NORTH CAROLINA COMPANY A FEW YEARS BACK,SHE ALWAYS HAD A SMILE NO MATTER WHAT, AND COULD ALWAYS MAKE YOU LAUGH.

ANDRA I KNOW WILL LEAVE A VOID IN HER FAMILY'S LIFE, AS WELL AS THOSE WHO KNEW HER.

SHE WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON SHE WILL BE MISSED.

Jennifer Magill-Wilbur

September 24, 2005

Dearest Allie,

I am so very sorry about Andra. I regretfully only knew her as a child when we were friends at Saint Bridgets. She was always so kind and gentle and had the sweetest smile. I can see her quietly scooting down the hall with her ponytail and uniform like it was yesterday. My added loss is losing touch with you and not knowing you both as adults. Please extend my deepest sympathy to your family.

Love, Jennifer

Elaine Smith (RSHM)

September 24, 2005

Dear David, Mrs.Zavoy,Allie and

members of Andra's family,

We are shocked and deeply saddened

by the death of Andra. In her short life it is clear that she brought much joy and happiness to

her family and to those with whom

she worked. The Religious of the

Sacred Heart of Mary(formerly of

Marymount School) send our sincerest

sympathy and prayers to all of you,

David, Mrs. Zavoy and Allie.We ask

the Lord to give you the special

graces you need at this time.

Sr. Elaine Smith (RSHM)

Lisa, Joseph & Drew Acquaye

September 24, 2005

David, our heart goes out to you and your family! Big Poppa we will be here for you!

Andrea Trent

September 23, 2005

Dave,

I am truly saddened to hear of your loss...I trust that you will find comfort in knowing that Andra's pain is no more!

When I saw you guys at Hecht's just after the wedding - bliss was evident!

Please find peace in knowing you loved and was loved...what joy.

May God bless you with his loving care...

Your ex-coworker,

Andrea(Suncom)

Erskine van Houten

September 23, 2005

My sincerest sympathies to Andra's family and friends. I had the pleasure of knowing her only slightly, at Western Henrico Rotary, and found her most attractive. May her soul rest in peace.

Barbara Hearn

September 23, 2005

I extend my heartfelt sympathy to Andra’s new husband and family at this very sad time. I work for World Access in California and my relationship with Andra was mainly "electronic" but her humor, kindness and intelligence still came through loud and clear. When I finally met Andra last January, she was just as I'd imagined -- bubbly, bright and happy -- even after staying up nearly all night working on office video gags she had volunteered to shoot, and which she then volunteered to edit to present the following day. (She did a great job!) I will remember her very fondly.

Patrick Thiebart

September 23, 2005

On behalf of all the members of our employment team in Paris, I would like Andra’s family to know, what a choc the news of her decease was for all of us. We have been working with Andra now for several years and always very much appreciated our cross-Atlantic conference calls. We will especially remember her warm and joyful voice. She was smart and witty, always made our work easy. It was a real pleasure working with her.

She invited me to her wedding, which I was unfortunately unable to attend to.

Our warmest and kindest thoughts to her mother, her husband and sisters,

Sincerely

Patrick Thiébart

FRANKLIN

Société d’Avocats

26 avenue Kléber- 75116 Paris - France

Bud Minor

September 23, 2005

Andra always had a smile for everyone and we will miss her. she was a wonderful and kind young lady.

Carol Jones

September 23, 2005

I am out-of-state and cannot attend the service, but I send sincere sympathy to all of Andra's family. I will always remember Andra's smile and spirit. She leaves such a void at Strayer's Henrico campus; we will all miss her so very much!

Portia Jung

September 23, 2005

Dear Andra, you are missed and loved. Our prayers are with your family and "family of friends" during this time. I admire your courage; you never let on that you were valiantly battling an illness. The last time we spoke, you sounded so enthusiastic and upbeat, and you glowed through the phone lines when we talked about reinstating our Central Virginia Wellesley Club. We can feel you smiling at us from Heaven; on the night before you passed on, we made some solid plans for our club. Your prayer has been answered, and you remain a bright star in our Wellesley community.

Love to you, dear Wellesley sister.

Charles Hamilton Jones

September 22, 2005

My sincerest condolences to Andra's family and friends. She was a joy to work with, talk to, especially discussing Law, and always had a big smile for everyone.

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