Andrew Stewart Walker
Andrew Stewart Walker, age 18, died Tuesday at his home.
A funeral service will be conducted 2 PM Saturday, February 6, 2010, At Grace Church in Southern Pines by Pastors Randy Thornton and Heath Caddell. Burial will follow at Pinelawn Memorial Park.
Andrew Stewart Walker was born on December 25, 1991. He was a 2010 graduate of Pinecrest High School. Andrew was a life-long video game enthusiast and had plans to attend the Simulation and Game Development Program at SCC and later transfer to George Mason University in Washington, DC for an undergraduate degree in game design.
Andrew was the most beautiful person inside and out and chose to live his life by being happy everyday and taking care of the people that he loved most. He was a precious gift from God to everyone and his presence alone would make you smile. He was a wonderful son, brother, and faithful friend to all.
He is survived by his mother and stepfather Angela and Randy Rooney of Pinehurst, his father and stepmother Craig and Betty Walker of Hartsville, SC, his brother, Chris Walker of the home, his sister, Emily Walker of the home, half sisters, Kamryn Walker of Hartsville, SC and Amber Walker of Raeford, step brother Scottie Sanders of Hartsville, SC, grandparents, Andrew and Beverly Pasternak of Pinehurst, great grandmother, Caroline Pasternak of Carrboro. Andrew is also survived by his girlfriend Ginny Rhiner.
The family will receive friends from 6-8 PM Friday, February 5, 2010 at Boles Funeral Home of Pinehurst, 35 Parker Lane, Pinehurst, NC 28374.
Memorials may be made in Andrew’s Memory to Grace Church, 1519 Luther Way, Southern Pines, NC 28387.
February 4th, 2010 at 7:37 pm
There are no words that can convey our deepest sympathy. No words that can lighten your heart or mend the void in your very soul. But know that our thoughts and prayers are with your family in this darkest hour of life.
Sincerely,
Catherine, Charles and Apryl Foehrkolb
February 4th, 2010 at 7:54 pm
My prayers are with you all. God has a new Angel as you know Andrew is in Paradise. I can just see his other Grandparents there at the pearly gates to meet him, as his Great Grandpa (O-pa)and all the other friends and family that has passed before him. I love you, Cindy
February 4th, 2010 at 10:01 pm
Dear Craig, Betty, and other Family Members, We were so sadden to hear of the loss of your son. Please know that all of you are in our thoughts and prayers. Just remember that God is always with us and a very present help in our time of trouble. Just lean upon Him for the comfort and strength you need during this time. If we can do anything for you please let us know. In Christ Love, Phillip and Yetive Caulder, Chesterfield, SC
February 5th, 2010 at 8:13 am
Amber my thoughts and prayer are with you and your family during your time of loss.
February 5th, 2010 at 9:53 am
Our lives were happily changed by Andrew’s presence and now will be sadly changed by his absence. We’ll lovingly remember Andrew’s boyish grin and broad smile.
February 5th, 2010 at 1:09 pm
Craig and Angela please know that you will all be in my prayers..He has a purpose that we may never understand…Faith will see you through.Love and prayers, Lorene Martin-Ortiz Salamanca, NY
February 5th, 2010 at 2:34 pm
As a long-time friend of Bev Pasternak, I can only imagine the heartbreak she and her family are going through. My thoughts and prayers are with them at this time of such tragic loss. May God give you strength to get through this.
Judy
February 5th, 2010 at 3:31 pm
Craig and Angela I was saddened to learn of Andrew’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God Bless. Cindy
February 5th, 2010 at 3:38 pm
Anglea, Randy, Chris, and Emily
Travis, Ben, and I would like to offer our sincerest condolences to you. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless and keep you during this time of loss.
Shirley Collins
February 5th, 2010 at 4:51 pm
I had Andrew in Spanish class last year. Though I did not know him well, it is obvious what a kind and intelligent person he was. My thoughts and prayers are with all of his family and friends.
Kelly Lawton
February 5th, 2010 at 7:54 pm
Bev and Andy:
Our sincerest sympathy at this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. If we can help in any way, please let us know. God Bless You.
February 6th, 2010 at 5:50 am
We are so sorry to hear of your great loss.
February 6th, 2010 at 10:07 am
Beverly,
As a senoir member of the Button Gwinett Chapter CAR, Georgia, my heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with your family. May God lay his hands on your family and be with you in the days ahead. My sincerest condolences.
Barbara Florence
February 6th, 2010 at 10:24 am
Anglea,Randy,Chris,Emily
I would like to say I’m so sorry for your loss,I send heartfelt love to you,I only met Adrew once,with Morgan,but have heard alot about his kindness,from Jana,and Morgan.My prayer is for God to give you an up lifting peace that He can only give.I know Andrew will always be there in your thoughts,I’m sure you have lots of happy memerious,to help fill the space.
God bless,Hilda (boles)shellem
February 6th, 2010 at 1:33 pm
Words Cannot Express the sorrow i feel for your family although i did not know andrew well i knew his girlfriend. when i went to his memorial service and wake i heard about all the good times you had with andrew and you should cherish those memories but his heart will be yours forever
Dan Dozier