This man had a great impact in my life. I regret that he will never know it. I was a young Sergeant in his platoon in A Co. 1/6 in 1971. We were in a Caribbean cruise a few months before I was scheduled to leave the Marine Corps, and he asked me about my future plans. I told him I wasn't sure, but it would likely not include staying in the Marine Corps as an enlisted man. He looked me in the eye and said, you don't have to be enlisted, " I think you are college material". 
I regret that he will never know that those changed my life. As a first generation immigrant who ended up in the Marine Corps because of the draft, the thought of going to college had never crossed my mind. After all, no one in my family had ever had the opportunity.
As a result of that conversation, I ended up going to college and receiving a commission in the United States Marine Corps.  I Retired in 2002 as a LtCol. I regret that I never had to opportunity to tell him how big of an impact those six words had on my life. 
The next time I'm in Quantico, VA, I will make sure to look up his grave and say a prayer for his soul. He was  a great Marine and a super human being. May he rest in Peace. 
Should a member of his want to get in touch, I can be reached at: carmomv@yahoo.com 

Beth, I was so saddened to learn the news about Drew.  You two were always very special to me.  Please know that I will always remember both of you fondly and well. With love, Brenda Vogel

I send my sincere sympathies to you all.   Drew was one of my co-workers at Ferry Farm Elementary.  I always held him in the highest regard as a teacher and friend.   I will keep you all in my prayers.  May God hold you all in the palm of His hand and bring you peace and comfort.
Valerie Steele

Dear Beth,

I will always remember Drew with fondness.  He was a math lead teacher when I first came to Stafford County.  He was always so friendly and truly showed his dedication to his students. Praying for God's comfort for you and your family during this difficult time.

Tuesday, December 03, 2013 

Beth and Family 

We are sorry for your loss, As we only saw him a couple of times. As to hear you speak about Mr. Drew he must have been a great husband for there was a glimmer of joy in your eyes when you said his name. Father, and most of all he was a grand papa to all the joys of his life his grandkids.

The Penas,  Stafford Va.

Dear Beth, Jamie, Josh, Jessica, and families,

I am so sorry for your loss.  My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Drew loved his family very much and always talked about you to keep me abreast of all the activities and happenings. He would come to school after he retired and bring the 7th grade a dessert he had baked. I will miss him very much.  Love to all!  Marty Legge  (Fredericksburg, VA)

Dear Beth and family,  I was so sorry to hear about Drew's passing.  Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.  He was a fabulous guy and I know he will be sorely missed.  
Love and best wishes,
Kerry and Patricia Cerny

Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. My thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.

We are keeping you all in our prayers.
Please accept our sincere condolences.
Kevin and Michelle McConnell

Our hearts and prayers are with all of the Broadstone families at this time for comfort and strength + Ron and Ruth "Poogie Hastings" Sanders, Haymarket, Virginia

Beth, Jamie.Jessica, Josh, and families; Memories are what we give each other as we pass through our lives. Drew gave all of us many "special" memories. Barbara and I have fond memories of our time "next door" to the Broadstones. We hope you can find peace and comfort in knowing Drew is now with his Fathers.

Beth, 
We are so saddened to hear of your loss. I will always remember Drew singing in the choir at Quantico. Always the voice of reason, I remember him saying, "the Emperor has no clothes" when referring to fifth grade teachers reviewing all the the fourth grade standards. I listened and shortly afterwards moved to middle school also. iN other words a major impact on my career path.
Sharon Leyva (Stafford, Virginia)

Riley and I are sadden at the lost of Drew.  I loved working with him at AG Wright.  I loved to hear his stories about how his fish thought he was God. May you find comfort in God and wonderful memories.
Karen and Riley Crawford

I am so sorry for your loss.  I've only meet him a few times but he must have been a good person and a wonderful father since he has a wonderful daughter.

Drew and I worked together at Quantico just before he retired.  In fact, we did our indoctrination for new jobs in Stafford Schools at the same time.  Please accept my sincere condolences.

Beth, 
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. May you find comfort in the beautiful memories you created and shared together.

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Andrew Jackson Broadstone III

18 décembre 1946 – 25 novembre 2013

Mullins & Thompson Funeral Service

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