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1990
DIED
2016
Andrew Smith Obituary
His wife, Samantha, confirmed his death via Twitter Tuesday afternoon.
"Andrew peacefully passed away in his sleep and in my arms as I told him I loved him this morning. Love you always, Smith."
The 6-foot-11 Smith started as a sophomore on the 2011 Butler team and averaged 8.5 points and 5.6 rebounds per game. He played two more seasons at Butler, then went to Lithuania to play professionally. He came back home to Indiana in 2013 and was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma in January 2014.
Smith's former college coach, Brad Stevens, who is now the head coach of the Boston Celtics, did not coach his team's game last Thursday against Chicago. He went to visit Smith in the hospital in Indianapolis.
Smith starred at Covenant Christian High School in Indiana but wasn't recruited by many programs. He was one of three players in Butler school history to score more than 1,000 points and win more than 100 games.
"The Butler community is profoundly sad today with the news of Andrew's passing," the school said in a statement. "We saw the way Andrew fought on the basketball court, and we saw the way he fought for his health. In both cases, we saw the best of Andrew Smith. But that's what we always saw from Andrew. He gave his all, all the time."
Memories and Condolences
for Andrew Smith
45 Entries
M A
January 28, 2016
I send my deepest regards to the family. May God give you comfort at this time.
January 22, 2016
May God wrap his arms around you and provide you with strength. I'm truly sorry for your loss
January 21, 2016
Please accept my most sincere condolences. Lots of encouragement to Samantha. May you draw close to god during this difficult journey in your life and he will draw close to you (James 4:8).
Charise Morgan
January 20, 2016
"God is our refuge and our strength. A help that is readily found in times of distress."-Psalms 46:1. May he be your strength during these difficult time.
My deep sympathy,
S S
January 19, 2016
My heartfelt condolences go to the family, friends and fans of Andrew Smith. I am deeply saddened to hear this. May the Father of tender mercies be with you all during this mournful time.
Jeff Woloshin
January 19, 2016
Godspeed Andrew Smith. You are now a Angel in Heaven no longer suffering on earth. Samantha you did a great job and lots of courage to stand in front of Butlers family and friends to speak about Andrew. He was a awesome player. Butler rocks. God bless your family in this time of sorrow.
Thalia
January 18, 2016
With deepest sympathy on the loss of your loved one. Be comforted in knowing that God cares and He will bring an end to pain and suffering soon through his heavenly government as promised at Daniel 2:44
January 18, 2016
GOD BE WITH YOUR FAMILY UNTIL YOU MEET AGAIN IN HEAVEN.
January 18, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
David Lolla Martinez
January 18, 2016
My friend I'm gonna miss you and I know you're gonna go one on one with God now but I wanted to tell you thank you for a life long lesson.
Cathy Simpson
January 17, 2016
Thank you for allowing us to care for Andrew. He was an inspiration to many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you now. Condolences from the Palliative Care Team at IU Health.
Scott Chamberland
January 17, 2016
Please accept my Deepest Sympathies
Chip Coulter
January 17, 2016
My sincere condolences go out to Sam and the entire Smith family. RIP big guy!
Rena
January 17, 2016
Andrew was a true warrior, from a long line of true warriors. My deepest heartfelt condolences go out to not only my Curtis kin, but the entire Smith and Sutter families as well.
January 17, 2016
Dear Family:
We, the families of The Compassionate Friends, send you our heartfelt condolences on Andrew's passing.
The Compassionate Friends is an international grief support group for parents, grandparents and siblings who have suffered the heartbreaking loss of a child. Our only mission is to provide comfort, hope and support to every family experiencing the death of a son or daughter, brother or sister, or grandchild, and to help others better assist the grieving family.
We meet monthly on the first Tuesday at the First Baptist Church, 99 W. Main St, Greenwood, IN 46142 and on the third Thursday at the Faith Apostolic Church, 1212 E. 116th St., Carmel, IN 46032.
If and when you are ready to do so, please join us for either, or both, meetings.
We Need Not Walk Alone. We are The Compassionate Friends.
The Compassionate Friends
Central Indiana Chapter
(317) 250-0351 (Jodie)
www.tcfcentralindiana.org
www.compassionatefriends.org
January 16, 2016
My heartfelt condolences to the family. May the fond memories of your loved one carry you through this difficult time as you look to our loving heavenly father for strength "For he is near to those broken at heart ". Ps 34:17,18
January 15, 2016
JUST ONE ROSE WILL DO.
PRAYERS FOR YOUR FAMILY.
Nancy Karlson
January 15, 2016
May God give you strength at this time on your loss of Andrew.
You know he is going to be waiting for you all in the future.. I have been in this place , so know through Christ , many good things come later with the memories of all those who knew Andrew...
Mrs Henry Karlson
January 15, 2016
Have prayed throughout this process and will continue to do so for Andrew's family, teammates and friends. While we are sad on earth, we rejoice at the homegoing of all who love and proclaim Jesus. His life was a testimony!
As a Butler graduate and former band member I have many happy basketball memories and continue to follow the team and its players. The 2010-2011 run is a treasured memory.
Betty Johnson
January 15, 2016
I do send my heartfelt condolences to the family,May the God of all comfort,comfort you in this time of sorrow,I also send my prayers.
Betty Johnson
Kelley
January 14, 2016
Andrew was in my public speaking class at Butler during the summer before his freshman year, and he was a gentle giant with a beautiful soul! One time before class, somehow, my chair rolled out from underneath me when I went to sit down. Before he laughed, he made sure I was ok & laughing at myself first. There aren't many 18 year olds who wouldn't laugh first, then make sure the person was ok. I also had the pleasure of doing a group project with him, along with a few other classmates, and we had many laughs while preparing for it. The Butler University family mourns the loss of Moose. I hope that knowing that his legacy will never die brings you peace and comfort. Sending my thoughts & prayers for strength, as well as all my love to Andrew's wife, parents, siblings, family, friends, and loved ones during one of the darkest times in your lives.
January 14, 2016
Our deepest sympathy to Andrew's wife and family.
Terrie Willig
January 14, 2016
My love and prayers are with you.
Sunny Reardon
January 14, 2016
Debbie and Curt,
We followed Andrew's career at Butler with excitement and joy.
We followed his fight these past two years with hope and admiration.
We know Andrew will be sorely missed, but, we hope you find comfort in the love and support that surrounds you at this time and always.
January 14, 2016
To the family of Andrew. smith sorry to hear about your lost
January 14, 2016
SWEETHEART,I SAID GOOD BYE TO MY SWEETHEART THE SAME WAY 4 MONTHS AGO AFTER 58 YEARS OF MARRIAGE. SHE WAS AND IS THE LOVE OF MY . THE LORD GIVE YOU PEACE.
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January 14, 2016
Beloveds, so saddened to hear of this devastating loss. May it comfort you to know that Andrew is resting safely in God's limitless memory until his marvelous promise in John6:40 is fulfilled . . .
John
January 14, 2016
My deepest condolences. May you continue to find comfort from family and friends at this time of great sorrow. And may you find comfort in knowing that when God restores Paradise, he will undo all causes of suffering. (Ps. 37:11) Then our tears of sorrow will become tears of great joy.
Joel Galarza
January 14, 2016
Thought's and prayer's to such a young soul taken so young. RIP Andrew.
Sally Espinosa
January 13, 2016
My heartfelt condolences to Andrew's family, may you find peace that he is now in the good hands of our LORD!
January 13, 2016
You have my deepest sympathy. May the God of loyal love comfort the family and friends during this time of sorrow Psalms 119: 76
The Delofsky's
January 13, 2016
Our "Butler Family's" thoughts and prayers are with Samantha and all the Smith family. Andrew's smile and dedication was always evident when we watched him on the basketball court. His smile was only matched by his dignity through adversity.
Dave Kinkle
January 13, 2016
Prayers for comfort in your time of great loss.
Mary and Jim Lill
January 13, 2016
We are both profoundly saddened and effected by Andrew's death. We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family and friends in your time of grief. We thank "the big guy" for his hard work and the resulting pleasure in attending all those games during his playing years, including the miracle of the 2010-2011 championship run. Through Andrew's fight, he has given us and many others a different perspective on life and faith.
Harry Simpson
January 13, 2016
Thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.
January 13, 2016
TO THE FAMILY OF ANDREW SMITH,
MAY GOD WRAP HIS LOVING ARMS AROUND YOU ALL & GIVE YOU PEACE.
HEAVEN GAINED ANOTHER PRECIOUS ANGEL.
PRAISE GOD, ANDREW IS FREE FROM PAIN
& HOME AT LAST.
UNTIL YOU ALL MEET AGAIN IN HEAVEN,
ONE DAY AT A TIME SWEET JESUS.
Liz,
Florida
Louise
January 13, 2016
Samantha, Cancer take some so quickly they are gone before the fight begins and others fight a lifetime; yet this deadly disease leaves in its wake, pain undiminished. God sees your tears and the emptiness of your heart. May you find solace in prayer to the God of all comfort. He is your refuge in times of distress (Psalms 9:9).
Lee Ann Claytor
January 13, 2016
RIP big guy
January 13, 2016
Sorry
Cheryl
January 13, 2016
My sincere condolences. May God comfort you and give you strength during this time because he cares for you. 1 Peter 5:6,7
JF
January 13, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
January 12, 2016
May the lord Jesus Christ, strength the Smith family where they are weak. There faith in God and memories that were shared, with Andrew,brings peace and understanding. With sympathy and prayers
January 12, 2016
Taken from us much too soon. Rest in peace. Condolences to your family
John Leary
January 12, 2016
Samantha, the Smith and Butler families I offer my heartfelt condolences. Andrew was an example of what is best in young men and athletes.
May you find comfort and solace in the legacy Andrew left.
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