URBANA – Thomas Andrew "Andy" Detwiler, 52, of rural Urbana, passed away at 7:20 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 21, 2022, in Mercy Health-Urbana Hospital.
He was born in Urbana, Ohio on Nov. 24, 1969, the son of Thomas R. and Patricia A. (Simpson) Detwiler, who survive.
He is also survived by his wife, Corkey (Wallace) Detwiler, a daughter, Kylie (Kannon Stillings) Detwiler, a sister, Kathy Jo (Jeff Wolfe) Detwiler, a brother, Matthew (Tracy) Detwiler, and nieces and nephews, Senina McMaken, Patrick (Evan) McMaken, Nicolas (Danielle) McMaken, Alexis Detwiler, Madison Detwiler, Chelsea Watkins, Jakob Watkins, Casey (Shelden) Barker, Hadden Brinkman, and Johnny Buckenroth, father-in-law, Michael "Cork" Wallace, mother-in-law, Linda (Blankenship) Wallace, brother-in-law, Kelly (Chris) Watkins and sister-in-law, Tammy (John) Buckenroth.
Andy was a lifelong farmer, farming alongside his father Tom and his uncle John. He is supported worldwide on his YouTube channel, Harmless Farmer, and was able to travel and share his message to "Never Give Up" through motivational speaking. He was active in the community as a Champaign County Fair Board member, belonged to the Champaign County Farm Bureau and was a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Urbana. Andy enjoyed collecting lots of things, including Oliver Tractors but what he enjoyed most of all is spending time with family and friends.
Visitation will be 2 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022, at Detwiler Farms, 6501 Upper Valley Pike, West Liberty, Ohio 43357. Funeral services will be Sunday, Sept. 25, 2022, at 2 p.m. at Detwiler Farms (same address) with burial to follow in Kingscreek Cemetery, Salem Township.
Memorial contributions may be made to Cancer Association of Champaign County, P.O. Box 38125, Urbana, Ohio 43078.
EICHHOLTZ DARING & SANFORD FUNERAL HOME, WEST LIBERTY is honored to serve the Detwiler family and encourages anyone to share a fond memory or message of condolence at www.edsfh.com
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Dean Gage
September 23, 2025
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
david h martin
September 17, 2025
I still miss Andy. I will always regret not meeting him in person . I loved his as lived videos. No acting ,just living !! He was the real deal. From David Martin, one leg turkey farmer
Dean Gage sr.
September 26, 2024
Though I never met Andy I enjoyed watching him doing things that a lot of 2 handed people struggled to do. I truly believe that he was a gift from God that he could show people that you could do any thing you put your mind to. Keep up the good work and keep the channel moving forward. Dean Gage Saranac Michigan
Dale Hanson
September 18, 2024
Loved watching his you tube videos and his love of his family our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family
Gord Baker
December 12, 2023
Andy was simply an Inspiration. Showing the World what can be done with what you have. No unnecessary complaining and usually in great humour. Irreplaceable. Kylie, Kannon and Mom have done well, carrying on his legacy as a great Farmer.
G. Baker, Ontario Canada.
The Martin family
September 18, 2023
Want y'all to know, Andy was a great inspiration for my family and I. If it needed doing, Andy got it done. So blessed to have witnessed this amazing man! Helps us to live and be more thankful for each blessed day God gives us! Thank you family for supporting this SUPER HUMAN!! He was definitely a blessing for us.
John
September 17, 2023
I still miss Andy and remember him very positively. When the odds seem stacked against me I remember his can do attitude and I try to do the best that I can. Prayers for his family as he will always be missed. God Bless!
Scott Mumaw , Buckeye Arizona
September 17, 2023
So glad to see the family continue where Andy left off . I still miss his smiling face and positive attitude , probably always will .
K. E. Jay
September 17, 2023
As a guiding light for ALL whoever met, watched or lived a moment with him or watched any of his Youtube life, this WAS Andy!
Always remembered. Always missed!
Gord Baker
September 17, 2023
Andy will always be remembered as a man who overcame great adversity. I never heard him complain. He was a master farmer,mechanic and family man who enjoyed the fruits of his labour. RIP Andy. You made a great impression.
Gord Baker, Ontario Canada
Lou
April 8, 2023
R.I.P. we salute you
Gail Matuszewski LeDuc
March 14, 2023
Rest Well Andy ! you Were my favorite youtuber and im sad to say I barely got to know you before you slipped away from this world.. Take it easy ole guy!! You deserve the rest and you deserve the Best!! Much Love to those left behind and a big hug from me.
Tony
November 18, 2022
My heartfelt condolences are offered to the family, many, many friends, and colleagues of Andy Detwiler for the loss of your dearly beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend Andy, gone too soon. Andy Detwiler was better known as "Harmless Farmer" on YouTube, where he chronicled his life as an amputee. He was greatly admired by many in the farming industry. May the love and many, many special memories you shared with your devoted loved one show how much your life was touched by him. May the God of comfort bless your grieving hearts with strength, loving kindness and peace as the world copes with the loss of Andy Detwiler. May his fashions and legacy keep his memory alive forever.
Becky and Larry Cooper
November 10, 2022
Hi Corkey and Kylie,
Andy was an inspiration to my husband. When he was having a bad day, he would think of Andy and his struggles. It encouraged him to get up and keep moving. We shared about your family to others too. Thank you for opening your world to ours. Our thoughts and prayers are with you two and your family through this difficult time.
Kim Geer
November 8, 2022
So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers go out to family and friends.
Amy Blakeney
October 12, 2022
To the Detwiler family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your beloved Andy. We send you our deepest sympathies, our strongest prayers, and heartfelt gratitude for sharing your smart, driven, stubborn, funny, and fantastically wise father, husband, son, brother, neighbor, farmer, and friend with the world.
May you know that our prayers will continue with the hope that you are comforted in some small way.
We send you love.
The Phoenix Blakeneys
R. Tuten
October 12, 2022
Kylie, Corky and Family,
I´m so sorry to hear about your loss, my heart hurts for you all. Getting to know you thru YouTube, Andy was a true inspiration to all. I was amazed and often shared his capabilities with others. His toes were better than a thumb wrench. If having a not so good day I could always pull yall up and Andy´s abilities, humor, dedication, and love for his family would always make my day brighter. Family, my prayers are with you and know that Andy is in a better place. I´ll see you later my friend.
R. Tuten
Doug Moore
October 10, 2022
Mrs. Detailed and kiely , I obviously only knew Andy and his family thru youtube. I don't get online very often. I refuse to be an everyday have to have veiwer. Lol. But every time I do get on I always go check you guys out. Well today I wish I had not. I was so sorry for your loss. Andy was a good decent man.
Kathy MacDonald
October 10, 2022
Heartfelt condolences. My husband and I were saddened to learn about Andy´s passing. Watching his show he was truly and inspiration and humble man. We truly loved who he was and how nothing slowed him down. It was obvious the love he had for his family and how much he respected his viewers. It meant a lot and my husband and I both cried for you all. Kylie and Corky our deepest condolences, his legacy will live on through your beautiful hearts
Kathy & Jimmy
Charles and Elizabeth Martin
October 9, 2022
My husband and I greatly enjoyed the videos that Andy shared on YouTube. He was an inspiration to us. May God rest his remarkable soul.. thanks Andy
Dannie cooper
October 9, 2022
I feel like I have known him for years having watched all of his videos that he shared the last 4 or 5 years the family has my prayers.Dannie Cooper from bainbridge Ohio 45612
Bruce & Michele
October 9, 2022
Such an honorable and humble soul. He brought peace to so many with his positive and unswerving attitude. We were all humbled by Andy. We´re all here for all of you. - Bruce & Michele
Scott Mumaw
October 9, 2022
I only know Andy from YouTube. His story is inspiring. He went through life looking for what was next. Not what happened in the past. Rest In Peace Andy !
Gerald & Vickie Davis
October 9, 2022
We were Decated viewers of the Harmless farmer. Looked forward to watch new videos of Andy and Kylie. Sure will miss watching. RIP.
Ken Jay
October 7, 2022
Was always amazed at the strength & perseverance presented by Andy throughout his Youtube life!
Rest in peace!
paul E faulkner
October 5, 2022
what happend to my condolences for andy i sumitted 2 days before the funeral , the family kwew my brother David faulkner and myself,Paul faulkner knew Andy a long time at the fair about 30 yrs ago Andy had a stock blazer and my brother had a big jacked up bronco ,they hooked up bumper to bumber,,and ,Andy pulled that bronco all over the infield,,now thats priceless to remember that great time with Andy may he rest in piece
Richard and Helen Ten Hoeve
October 4, 2022
My wife and I have been watching Andy on u-tube for years. I was and still am amazed at how he triumphed over the loss of his arms. He did so many things that were really inspirational, working the farm, repairing trucks, tractors, driving a semi, and being a Dad, and husband. such a great man. My condolences to a wonderful family of Andy's. I can't say enough about the family. He will be missed by many around the world who watched his life on u-tube. He was truly a man that would be a friend to all. He is now safe in the arms of his Savior and able to embrace Jesus with his new arms.
Mike Tipton
October 4, 2022
Gonna miss you Andy. You left the world a better place.
D Fristoe
October 4, 2022
Andy was and always will be a super hero to me. He was an inspiration to me and I'm sure many more. May God comfort his family during this time. God bless.
Martinez family
October 3, 2022
My heart aches for his family. He was truly an inspiration for us all. We pray that God continues to strengthen and comfort the family during this extremely difficult period.
Pat & Steve Wyatt
October 2, 2022
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Andy's entire family during this difficult time. We watched Andy on You tube, he was such a remarkable and dedicated family man. Andy was loved by many, even by people that he never got to meet, but after watching his videos we feel like he had become part of our family. He's surely missed already. Corkey and Kylie you were his whole world!
Michel Seguin
October 2, 2022
I would like to express my sympathy to the Detwiler family on the passing of Andy. I watch his videos on YouTube and was and still is an inspiration .
Anny and Scott Tatro
October 1, 2022
I´m so very sorry for your loss. My husband and I loved watching his videos. We were continually amazed at how he did things. He was an amazing man and he´s going to be missed. Please know we´re thinking of you. Hugs and prayers
ronald dail
October 1, 2022
I think of Andy anytime i think i cant do something. i would just say if Andy can do it i can. Your story and life is an inspiration to all of us. Thanks Andy RIP
Scott B
September 30, 2022
My condolences to the entire family. Andy was definitely an inspiration.
R B
September 29, 2022
Such an inspiration to so many. He made farming fun, he brought a whole new light to farming. So many people loved to watch him. Heartfelt sympathies to the Detwiler family, may God be with you all.
David Stokes
September 28, 2022
I am in total shock to hear that Andy is gone , I have watched his channel from the very beginning and have been motivated and inspired by his videos, When times are tough I always think of Andy and his never quit attitude in life. Our prayers are for Corkey , Kylie and the whole Detwiler family. I feel like I have truly lost a friend today.
David
Scott Glass
September 28, 2022
This guy was so inspiring. I loved to watch his videos and marveled at all the things he could do without his arms. I loved that there was nothing he couldn´t do. He seemed to live his life to the fullest and didn´t let his handicap get in the way. He will be missed by many ! Rip
Dean R Gage
September 28, 2022
So sorry to hear that Andy had passed. I loved watching his videos, he was such an inspiration to every thing and everyone he touched. Dean Gage Saranac Michigan
Anthony
September 28, 2022
Rip andy watch all your videos with your daughter Kylie and your wife corkey sending our condolences from my family to yours
Kathy Lee Fry
September 26, 2022
I must say he was an inspiration to all he touched ,life is not counted in the number of years that you spend on this plane ,it is in the way you live and love and the goodness you bring with your presence and the memories that you leave for others to share .He will be remembered by his peers to the end of their days .
Corky Douglas
September 26, 2022
We are heartbroken..loss of a wonderful man..Peaceful rest may you fly high with your new wings
Gord Baker
September 26, 2022
I met Andy via UTube as did many. He was Witty, Determined, Honourable, Kind and a great Husband and Father. He will be deeply missed forever.
One of his many fans in Ontario Canada.
RIP Andy.
Gord Baker
Justin Urbanowicz
September 26, 2022
I loved watching Andy's Youtube video's, Rest In Peace Buddy, You Will Be Missed, See you again someday Buddy
Craig McNeill
September 25, 2022
I wish I could have met Andy Detwiler, I've watched his videos on YouTube is it inspiration to all those although who watched him, God bless the family and we'll keep you in our prayers
Steve
September 25, 2022
Corkey, Kylie and the entire Detwiler family, My deepest condolences on the passing of Andy. Many people like myself only knew Andy from his Harmless Farmer YouTube channel but Andy brought us into his families life and with his passing it truly feels like we have lost one of our own. You are going to be missed by many people Andy, Rest In Peace
Barbara Hancock (Columbia, Ky)
September 25, 2022
We always enjoyed his YouTube videos and felt like you were right there with him. He was truly an inspiration to everyone! His determination and pride in his family were always the first thing you noticed about him. My God keep your family wrapped in his arms during this time. Thank you for sharing him with all of us.
A.W. Barbee
September 25, 2022
I have never felt such sadness over someone I have never met. Andy gave me great hope during some dark times of my life. Thank you sir and rest in peace.
Kenny Toohill
September 25, 2022
The nicest people drive Oliver tractors.
My life was blessed having known Andy. I pray God brings comfort to his beloved family especially Corkey, Kylie and his parents.
Eternal light grant unto him o Lord. May his soul and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, Rest In Peace.
david h martin
September 25, 2022
may you all feel Gods peace as you go through this difficult time. as a fellow below knee amputee i was always encourged and inspired to press on whenever i watched andy doing his things. i always wished i could meet him. thoughts and prayers david martin
Jeff M.
September 25, 2022
RIP Andy, You inspired thousands of people all over the world on and off of YouTube. You will truly be missed! Condolences to the family and friends.
A viewer from N.C.
RM Summers
September 25, 2022
Thanks for letting the world know nothing is impossible and being a truly heroic human.

Stephen Sinclair
September 25, 2022
Steve Sinclair from East of England UK
Followed Andy´s videos from the beginning
Amazing guy and great at what he did a very special person
My condolences to his family and friends in the community .
c cole
September 25, 2022
So sorry to hear of Andys passing . I only knew of him thrugh his youtube channel . He overcame and conquered many more challenges in life than most , did it with amazing strength, courage , and class. He is a true inspiration to many . GOD BLESS ANDY , HIS FAMILY AND FRIENDS.
RIP ANDY
Gail and Dave Shafer
September 25, 2022
Miles separate us, but I am so grateful that Dave and I got to meet, share meals and talk story with Andy and the whole family. My heart goes out to Tom and Pat, Corkey and Kaylie, as well as the rest of the family. I will always remember Andy's love of his family, his tractors, his trucks and his animals.
Andy was real.
He will be with you always.
Burt Zorn
September 25, 2022
Never knew you personally
But what an inspiration you
were to many thousands.
The fight is over,may you RIP
Condolences to the entire
Detwiler family and his many
friends.
Dale Hanson
September 24, 2022
I am so sorry for your loss, so enjoyed his you tube videos, and relationship with his family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Dale Hanson viewer from Montana
Caleb Witchey
September 24, 2022
Andy showed that nothing was impossible,he has!,more ambition than more than anyone, God bless your soul

Jackie Haddock
September 24, 2022
Kylie and Corkey
I don't have the words for the deep sense of loss I feel after learning of Andy's passing. I only learned of Andy a few years ago, sense that time I had grown to love him along with the two of you and hopefully will be able to follow the family in the upcoming years via your posts. I had hoped to visit him one day but now I will have to wait and see him in Heaven. Please know I will
continue to pray for you guy's as I had while Andy was battling the cancer it was my prayer that God would see fit to heal him and allowing us to enjoy his wit and wisdom, he was such a joy I will miss him so much and have thought of him daily since last Thursday and will be praying for all tomorrow. A little about myself I'm 79 years of age just and old Southern Boy raised on a tobacco farm and live in Greenville, N.C.,
Sincerely
Jackie Haddock
Shari Ballard
September 24, 2022
My deepest condolences On the passing of Andy. He was such an inspiration and joy to watch on his you tube channel. I´ve been a subscriber from the beginning and enjoyed getting to know Andy and all the family even though it was through the internet. I will miss him sharing his life´s journey. May he Rest In Peace. Sympathies to all.
Francis Small
September 24, 2022
Corkey and Kylie and the Detwiler family. Sorry this happened to you. Andy educated the viewers online to find a way to work through a task. He shamed us all. He did not only inspire you. He inspired us all.
Joe Adank
September 24, 2022
Gods speed Andy You were and inspiration to many. God bless your family.
Robert (YouTube fallower)
September 24, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
I just seen he passed on YouTube he was one of my favorite YouTubers he kept everything real .
Prayers for the family and friends
Bob & Sue Godwin & Darren, TJ, Ron, & Teresa Godwin
September 24, 2022
To Tom, Pat & family, So sorry for your loss of Andy. You´ve been through a lot with him over the years. He has been raised to appreciate the love & acceptance of his handicap & to help others to realize they can "Never Give Up" & to help themselves to learn to live & deal with things in their lives that aren´t so perfect. You both were good parents to help him do all the things in life he has done. He has touched so many lives you may never know the number. What an inspiration to the world he has been. God Bless you & your family. Hang on to the memories. In Christ Love The Bob & Sue Godwin Family
Bill
September 24, 2022
very sorry for your loss, Andy was the greatest inspiration of mankind. May God bless you and keep you in his grace
Oliver Nally (YouTube follower)
September 24, 2022
Sincere condolences on Andy's passing. He was an inspiration and I'm sure will continue to be. May he rest in peace.
Gary Simons
September 24, 2022
Gary Simons from Westmoreland TN. Been following y´all for about two years. Never subscribed, just never subscribed to any channel. I fell in love with your family after my son told me to watch your videos. God bless and comfort you all. Hold on to each other and most of all hold on to three LORD!
David
September 24, 2022
Sorry for your loss, Praying God touches all of the family.
He was an amazing man. God Bless
Debra (Hillard) Purk
September 24, 2022
So sorry for your loss. I remember when he lost his arms as a young child in that awful farm accident. I also remember his tenacity throughout the years, driving a tractor in the Labor Day Parade and playing drums in the band. He was a remarkable man.
Paul Kope , Michigan
September 24, 2022
To the entire family of Andy,, I give my condolences to you all. I don't know you folks but have enjoyed watching his channel.
Incredible Inspiration is what comes to mind when I think of him. He was simply an amazing human being. Andy is no longer suffering and GOD has him now. Heartfelt blessings to you all.
Tony Baker
September 24, 2022
Mr. and Mrs. Detwiler, Corkey, Kylie, Kathy Jo, Matthew, and loving family: I pray that God's peace will carry you through these rough times. I also pray that God will, at exactly the right time, bring you special memories of Andy that will lift your spirits. Surely you grieve, but when you have those special memories, hopefully joy will come for the moment. Thank God that Andy lived!
Love to you, and I have been praying.
Tony Baker
Oregon
Jim Olson
September 24, 2022
Sorry for your loss. I would have loved to have met Andy. I watched a lot of his videos and was amazed at what he could do. Always had a smile on his face.
John M McLaughlin
September 24, 2022
We were so sorry to learn of your loss. Throughout his life, Andy was such an inspirational person. We send our deepest sympathy to all of the Detwiler family and pray for his eternal peace.
John and Diana McLaughlin
Bud Fisher
September 24, 2022
We met Andy two different years at 1/2 century of progress. First time with Kylie and second with Corky. Actually felt like I had known him for years because of the videos but he had a way of making me feel like he had known me the same way. Always remember him as a heck of a nice guy. RIP Andy!
John
September 24, 2022
Sorry to hear about Andy´s passing. He will be missed. He has inspired and encouraged so many people and that will definitely live on. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Detwiler family.
Texanna Packer
September 24, 2022
I didn´t know your husband, but heard so much about him and the family. My heart goes out to you, You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Barry McBride
September 23, 2022
Andy you be missed.
My condolences to you Family.
God Bless you.
Eric and Lori Wheeler
September 23, 2022
So very sad to hear of Andy's passing. My husband and I loved watching his videos on YouTube. We really would've loved to have met him in person. Prayers for your family.
Linda Harmon
September 23, 2022
I´m so sorry
Don Shinn
September 23, 2022
Andy was an inspiration in my life, I was badly burned as a volunteer fireman and his efforts and determination encouraged me, God Bless him, my deepest sympathy to your family.
Rv Home
September 23, 2022
We loved watching Andy on you tube he was an inspiration to all who knew him. We will miss seeing his smiling face, no matter what life brought him, he was always smiling. Our sincere condolences to the family, we shall never forget that smile and humor. (Rv home)
Scott
September 23, 2022
To the Detwiler family so sorry for your loss.
Mark Smith
September 23, 2022
You inspired me to be thankful and not complain at all
Shaun
September 23, 2022
Corkey, Kylie and family. I´m so sorry for your loss. Andy was a inspiration.
Nick Dial
September 23, 2022
So sad to learn about Mr Andy´s passing, He was a inspiration
And he will be truly missed
RIP my friend .
Nick Dial
Scooba, Ms
Bill Ward
September 23, 2022
RIP Andy, you will be missed my friend, I am sure there is room for you and one tractor in Heaven.
Larry Mack
September 23, 2022
We are extremely sad to hear of Andy's passing. We will surely miss Andy's videos but am thankful for having them as long as we did.
Just a short time ago we visited a friend in Minnesota who was injured in an automobile accident about 40 years ago and became a quadriplegic and thus had to depend on a wheelchair to get around. He was determined to farm and did so for many years. He mentioned, while we were there, how he so appreciated Andy's YouTube channel as he could relate to much of it.
Many thanks for all Andy, you touched a lot of people. Our condolences to all his family and friends.
Jo & Lar, Idaho
Charles Stratton
September 23, 2022
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Rod koehn
September 23, 2022
So sorry for your loss. I never met Andy but I felt like I knew him trough his videos. I will deeply miss him.
Rod koehn
September 23, 2022
I am so sorry. I loved Andy and all his videos even though I never met him.
matt stanley
September 23, 2022
So sorry to hear about Andys passing he was a great man, who loved his family, farming and many other things. His family is in my thoughts and prayers.
God bless
Bob and Margaret Huffman
September 23, 2022
We are saddened to hear of Andy's passing. Our deepest condolences and prayers for all Andy's family.
Roger Gallant
September 23, 2022
Sorry for the great loss.
A faithful YouTube follower from Prince Edward Island, Canada.
His presence and motivational videos will be truly missed.
James Ellison
September 23, 2022
Our deepest sympathy in your loss of Andy, we spent hours watching his videos! He was a very remarkable man.
Jim &Cindy Ellison
Glastonbury,Ct
Johnny & Carla Guerrero - Florida
September 23, 2022
We were so heartbroken to learn of Andy's passing. We feel we have lost a family member because we have come to know him and his family through his YouTube channel. Prayers for his family. He will be truly missed.
Stephen Fitzgerald
September 23, 2022
Sorry to hear of Andy's passing my condolences to your family. Was a big fan really going to miss you.Rest in peace Andy
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