I met Andy in 1980 or so when my wife and I moved to Houston. My wife, Sharon, worked for Andy at Marcus Jones Buick. He was one of the very first good friends I made in Houston. We played softball, golf, hunted, camped and fished together until we moved away in 1988. I only saw him twice after we left Houston. He met me in Amarillo, Texas for a 3-day pheasant hunt and we visited once when we went to Houston to visit family. We kept in touch for a few years and although I always thought we'd meet up again someday, we lost contact. I only learned he'd passed away last night. I'm so sorry that we didn't stay in contact. I pray for peace and healing for his family. 

Belinda I just learned of your husband’s passing. I’m so sorry. My heartfelt condolences to you. May God give you peace and comfort during these difficult days.  Thinking of you, Sandra Hollingshead 

This picture is so perfect, Kapalua Golf Course in Maui at sunset, 2011.  I know heaven’s golf courses are even more beautiful.

Andy ,
Hey Mister, I miss you so much.  Thank you for a wonderful and perfect life.  We had a great life together,  and I’m so happy and thankful that God brought us together 29 years ago. I loved being your wife for the past five years.   I loved our home we built together.  We laughed a lot and made so many memories especially on vacations and playing golf.  I will always hold them in my heart for the rest of my life. I loved playing golf with you, we made a great team.  It will be so hard to play without you, but I know you would want me to continue to play. When I lose my swing, please help me find it.  I know you will be waiting for me and have our tee time booked. Let me  always feel your presence in everything I do. I will always remember your smile, laugh, voice, kisses and  your  loving hugs.  Please  keep sending me beautiful sunsets, sunrises,  and  hummingbirds  that you loved so.  Always watch over me,  our families, (especially the little ones) and friends.

  I loved our life together.  You will always be in my heart until we are reunited in heaven.  Andy, you were the love of my life, and I was yours. I love you today, always and forever. 
All my kisses and hugs,
Belinda


I first met Andy about four years ago at Pecan Grove Plantation Country Club playing golf. It was obvious we had a lot in common, especially our love of golf. About 2 years ago I asked if he would like to enter in an upcoming MGA two man golf tournament as my partner. We won that tournament. Andy and I became known as the team to beat in these tournaments. Our golf games were similar, we both had the same drive, competitive spirit and attitude. Andy not only was a great tournament partner he also became a great friend. I miss him and our camaraderie.

As we go through life, we meet people. Some we forget, others are acquaintances. The most important group are the ones that become friends. You enjoy their company, have fun with them, share a laugh and a drink. Memories are formed. That's what Andy was to me. A good friend, and golfing buddy. I'll always remember his quick wit (loved that part!), infectious smile, but most important of all, his friendship. It was unfortunate that we lived so many miles apart or I would have so many more of those memories to reflect on. Life is short, and our emotions cause us to grieve for ones we've lost. I will choose to remember the good times with my friend, Andy Brown!   

Andy,

I miss and love you.  Every time I play golf I’ll think of you. Thank you for helping me with my swing.

Love,
Cade

I am deeply saddened by the loss of  Andy!  The love he had for Belinda was priceless!  Andy touched the hearts of so many.   We are not saying goodbye forever but goodbye for now. RIP Andy!🙏

Andy, I am going to miss all our vacations and card games.  We were a great team at spades and only let the girls beat us a couple of times! I am going to miss my drinking buddy.   We will all meet again someday, in the meantime save me a seat at the bar!  Love, David

So so sorry for loss,  he will always be in your heart and he always have you in his heart, prayers for you and him. Take care of your self.

To my favorite J.A.,

I honestly don’t remember a time when you weren’t in our family. I have this vague memory of someone describing aunts and uncles, boyfriends and girlfriends, blood relatives and not blood relatives. None of that mattered, because we always had a special bond, despite the fact that you said 12 words total all day and I said 12 words in the first 2 seconds of seeing you. Though you often remained stoic, it was through the little things that we always knew how much you loved us. We might have had to work hard for that smile or genuine laugh, but man, when we heard it, it lit up the room. I really can’t believe you are gone, but we will save a seat for you on the couch. You will be in my heart always J.A. 

Andy, I still can't believe you are gone.  I am going to miss all our dinners, vacations and epic game nights.  I am really going to miss the four of us playing spades, every time Sis and I would bid you would always mumble under your breath "under bidders" .  I will never play another hand of spades without thinking of you.
   I want to thank you for understanding how close Sis and I were, you knew what you were getting into and still jumped in!  Thank you for loving my sister and making her so happy all these years.  I promise I am going to take care of her until you both can be reunited in Heaven.  I love you Andy, Brenda

I knew Andy first as a client, then as a co-worker, and finally as a friend.  He was steadfast in all three arenas.  One could rely on his consistent mien.

He had a unique sense of humor.  When actuated it was smart and wide ranging.

Fair play was very important to him.  He observed it personally and expected it of others.

There are many who will miss him.  We can expect to have a memory or several floating through our hearts and minds from time to time!

I pray that he is resting easy and that all who knew him are coming to terms with the loss of him!  That will not occur overnight.

Andy,
I don’t know where to start, I’m still in disbelief that I’m even having to write this, so I guess I’ll just start from the beginning.

I first met you when I was around 7 years old, the pesky kid who would stomp on your feet. It probably annoyed you somewhat, but it became “our thing” whether you liked it or not.  I’m fairly certain it happened every time I saw you for years and years until I finally grew out of it, for which I’m sure you were thankful.  

I think it was also somewhere around this time I gave you the nickname of Cheesehead.  I’m not sure why, but I gave everyone special in my life a nickname, you should feel honored.  You were Cheesehead forever, and again you put up with it.  Whenever you and Egghead were together, I deemed you an “omelet.”  

We always complained about the grey mustang that parked behind my mom’s driveway, it made backing out quite difficult at times. Eventually, we knew someone would hit it.  That someone ended up being you, and I think it was when your Sequoia was brand new.  You got out of the car cussing up a storm of course.  You had every right to be angry, their driveway was super long, and the mustang was always on the street.  We all hoped that they would learn their lesson, and park in the driveway, but they didn’t! 

I was going to major in accounting, but my brain wasn’t quite wired right for credits and debits.  Not sure how you did it, I had to switch my degree to finance. Right after I graduated from college and my job at HCAD didn’t work out, you got me an interview at Memorial Hermann. Even though I didn’t end up working there, semi-thankful because the commute would have been horrific, I’m grateful that you pulled some strings and got me an interview.  

The clock you gave Chris and I as a wedding gift is hanging on our patio by the pool. Apparently, clocks were “your thing” for wedding gifts. I’ll always think of you when I check the time out there. It’s 5 o’clock somewhere, right? Hoping it’s always 5 o’clock at the country club in the sky, I know that’s where you’ll be.

When my childhood friends started getting married, you even got drug to some of my friend’s weddings.  Guess that’s what happens when you’re married to the “fun aunt.”

It will take a long time to not look for you to walk into family gatherings. I was always curious what you picked to drink that day. Sometimes you had your old school little Igloo ice chest full of beer, in the beginning Bud Light, but in later years Michelob Ultra. Our taste buds must have been in synch, because I’m pretty sure you switched from Bud to Michelob about the same time I did.  Other times you would walk in with a bottle of crown and Menna would nag you all night about how much of the bottle had been consumed and moaning about having to drive home.  

Christmas Eve will never be the same.  Most of the time you didn’t say a whole lot, you sat in the kitchen or on the couch with your drink, but you were always there for as far back as I can remember.  Who will be my headband twin? We were the Santa hats.  I will be forever grateful that Menna snapped a pic of us in them this past Christmas.

Once my kids were old enough to talk, Menna and I decided you were going to be Tio Queso, a play on words for my old nickname for you of Cheesehead.  You absolutely HATED it!  I think it took a while for you to get up the nerve to tell Menna how you really felt about it.  After that, Addi usually called you Silly Andy and I think Cade just stuck with plain old Andy.  

I will never forget the time at the lake, you were just sitting quietly watching golf, but then Cade kicked a ball at you.  The two of you are both super competitive, so you hopped up and an intense back and forth battle commenced.  It ended with you in trouble WITH Cade for kicking a ball in the house and being too rowdy.  Boys will be boys no matter the age I suppose.

I will make sure Cade checks on your birds every time he visits his MiMi. Looking through old videos, we discovered he claimed them as his own when he was 2. Menna is giving him one of your guns, and one to Chris as well. When Cade gets a little older, they can go hunting together and think of you.  Hopefully, Cade can get a duck of his own to mount.

You were supposed to be at the lake house this weekend for the 4th of July. You, Chris, and David all had matching shirts to wear, they had flag fish all over them and were perfect for the 4th at the lake.  Maybe now with the boat, we could have convinced you to go out on the water. I would have loved to see you ride on Big Mable, I’m sure there would have been some mumbling and cursing from start to finish.

I could keep going, but this has taken days to write as it is.  I’m still in shock that you are really gone.  It doesn’t seem real and I keep hoping I’ll wake up from this bad dream.  We will take good care of Menna, I’m sure you’ve known all along that my mom, Menna and I were always a package deal.  Watch over us from up above.
								Love You,    Alli 

The service today was beautiful. I enjoyed hearing from the family and friends all the stories I heard from Andy after weekends and vacations away from work. We worked together for about 18 years. Had many lunches together and many a happy hour. Most involved  20 questions on getting Andy to share, but I wasn’t afraid to ask. He helped me pick out my first set of golf clubs, and many of those lunch breaks included trips to golf shops looking for the latest club or a new shirt(for him of course). We also spent time at the driving range working on his swing and him helping me with mine. He was always willing to give me tips on why it wasn’t working for me. I also had some opportunities to play tournaments with him, usually when Belinda wasn’t available 😜.  We used most of his shots, few of mine, but usually had fun along the way.   Andy was one of a kind. You will be missed BOSS! 

Andy and I worked together at Memorial Hermann for many years.  I started in IT, supporting finance applications, way back when. Andy and I also played on a coed softball team in a hospital league for several seasons. He was a very good athlete, a wonderful teammate with a dry sense of humor. I saw him not too long ago at Emily Handwerk’s retirement party and it was if it had been  yesterday, rather than the 8 years it had actually been, since we had seen one another. I’m glad I knew Andy and send my heartfelt sympathy to his wife and family. 

Rest In Peace, Andy.   
Judy Van Norman


Belinda,

I am so terribly sorry for the loss of your husband and soulmate. You and your family are very much in my prayers. 

Very Sincerely,

Le Brown


Andy,

I love you silly Andy. I wish you were still at home sitting in your chair. I wish you were still playing golf.  I miss you and I’ll miss you saying bye baby when I left your house. I’ll blow kisses into an envelope and send them to you in heaven, so they don’t  lose their love.

Love,
Addi

Illinois & Texas Tech played at the TX Bowl 2010 and Andy & Belinda took us & Mike Bennett. Andy bought us University of Illinois hats and made us wear them (which I still have).  We were Illinois orange that night and sat on the front row.  One of the best times we ever had at a football game.

Andy & I were always the "no" guys with things at work & 99% of the time we were actually on the right side of what eventually took place.  He always supported me. We understood each other & I will always love him for that.

Andy was just a genuine guy, quiet. Never wanted for anything. But he was actually quite humorous & once he got going, he would get a huge smile on his face with a quiet chuckle. 

We love you Andy.  We miss you. 
Dennis and Debra Solberg

Belinda,
You have been in my thoughts and prayers. Losing your soul mate is not easy. Message me if you ever need a friend who has shared a loss!

Love you, 
Debbie

Back when I first met Andy, I thought, this is the guy for Belinda. Over the 29 years  they were together he proved to be the love of her life.  He will be greatly missed.  I remember when we were over at his old house helping with the garage sale before they moved into their new house, his closet had so many matched golf shorts and shirts.  He was a man who knew how to dress.    Everyone is still in shock that you are gone to soon.  RIP Andy.


Sweet Belinda (Beezer) ~
  I’m sending heartfelt condolences to you from north Texas. My prayer is for your strength and comfort, always. I’ve attached a photo I still had after all of these years. I will forever remember the countless games we all played together. Andy will always be etched in my mind playing ball and golf.
  Much love to you ~ Kelly

It is so hard to understand such an unexpected loss.  I am grateful to have shared in some great memories from softball, golf, and family gatherings.  May God continue to watch over and help heal broken hearts from your loss.  

Dear Belinda, My heart goes out to you in the loss of your beloved Andy.  My prayers will be with you throughout the days ahead, for comfort and strength dear friend.
Love, Kay

Every time was a good time when Uncle Andy was around. My fondest memory is us driving through Nelson golf course.  While golfers were out, he honked the horn and waved the other way! Always the class clown! Guess a sense of humor runs in the family. Forever in my ❤️.

To my wonderful brother, the class clown and all around goof ball — love your smile and your laugh!  Will always love you and miss you - Les

Uncle Andy, I can’t believe you are gone... you will be so greatly missed! Family get togethers will never be the same without your great big bear hugs and playful teasing with everyone.

Thinking about you every day, Aunt Belinda. Love you so much ❤️ 
-Becky Leatherwood 

Even though Andy and Belinda were only married a few years, he was always my uncle. He wasn't the most outwardly warm person in the world, but once you got to know Andy, you realized that he was a hilarious and very loyal man. His wise-@$$ humor and similar interests made our conversation gold. Through decades of coming to our family functions, I bet I could count on one hand the times he missed. Andy's idea of a good time was having a beer and watching ESPN, which I could definitely get behind. We spent many hours on my parents couch watching golf, football, or talking fantasy sports. I am very sad we will not have these opportunities anymore. I hope he can help take care of Belinda and the rest of us from up above. It is definitely not fair to have him taken away so young and unexpectedly, but hopefully the sadness will fade over time and we can smile instead of cry when we remember the good times.  

I included my favorite picture I took with Andy, and maybe the only one that exists of just the two of us. I have always loved this picture, and now it will have new meaning when I see it. 

Andy wasn't really the kind of guy that wore his emotions on his sleeve, so I don't ever think we said this to each other, but I love you, Andy. You will be missed greatly.

Andy, you are  missed.  Please watch over my Aunt Belinda.  She loved you so much.  I know you are in a better place BUT still wish you were here.  God Bless.......

Andy and I started as friends in the second grade at South Shores Grade School in Decatur Illinois. He was as good as friend that I have ever had in my life! At this present date I am still in shock and denial!
So Belinda, I want to extend my deepest condolences to you ,your family and Andy's. I know from our conversations we both still can't believe he's gone! I also want to thank you for what did for Andy. You helped Andy grow and become a better person! It was always inside him but your love brought it out. I saw the change. I truly know how significant it was!
Andy, I will probably think about you everyday for the rest of my ! Goodbye Great Friend, Brother,
Elmer


Andy will be missed by so many.  Especially the love of his life, Belinda.  I’ve known Belinda since first grade and  I can feel the pain she’s feeling with Andy’s passing.  He was always quiet and pretty much stayed to himself.  His love of golf was something he and Belinda shared.  I know they enjoyed golfing together.   His passing has definitely left a void in her heart.   Belinda, we are all here for you.  Never hesitate to call, even if it’s just to talk.   Love you my friend ❤️❤️

Dear Andy, 
May you rest well.  I wish you all the best on your journey.

Dear Belinda,
Andy was an extraordinary person.  I’m so happy the two of you had such an amazing life together.

Please accept my deepest condolences.  I hope you and your family will remain strong during this challenging time.  You are in my thoughts and prayers.  

To Andy’s dearest childhood friends, 
Whom I suspect are probably still in disbelief over Andy’s passing, as am I.  My heart goes out to you.


Mike and I met Andy and Belinda at Pecan Grove Plantation Country Club and became instant friends.  We played golf together almost every Saturday and Sunday.  Saturday was the guys day and the girls played together.  Sunday's were always the 4 of us; golf, so many laughs on the course (a lot because Andy hit the ball a mile but he did hit the ball into the trees on occasion), then snacks and a cocktail (or two) after golf in the clubhouse.  Mike and I will forever miss our weekends with Andy and Belinda on the golf course.  The four of us did more than just golf but that was "our thing".  We loved just hanging out.  Rest in Peace Andy.  Love you Belinda.

I’ve known Belinda for around 45 years. Thinking back to the day I first met Andy, it was obvious he must have really cared about Belin. He was brave enough to go with her to a get together of the softball girls/cruise girls/ cookie exchange group, whoever we were at that time. He was sitting very quietly by himself, with loud yapping women all around. I wondered if he would be able to handle the very close twins and their extremely loud, rowdy girl friends. Well, he could and did. 
For 29 years Andy was the love of Belinda’s life. He accepted her, knowing Brenda, Ally, and family were a packaged deal. 
Andy will be forever remembered and missed by family and his many friends. 
Belin, I pray for God’s peace and comfort to surround you, until you are once again, playing golf with your husband, forever, in heaven. 
Lots of love dear friend,
Corinne



I met Andy in 1992 when he hired me to come to work for him.  It was my privilege to do so for 13 years as my direct supervisor, and for the next 10 years as a coworker before his eventual retirement. Through all the years of month-end closes, year-end audits, Friday lunches, system implementations, rounds of golf with the auditors and the stresses and strains of dealing with a rapidly growing company, that classic Andy Brown smile and wit were always ever present. He was a good man who I was privileged to know, and I will miss him greatly...

Andy, 

I still can’t believe you’re gone!  We lost you way too soon.  

I have known Belin for 40+ years & you’ve been a part of her life for almost 30 of those years.  You made her life complete & now she seems lost without you.  I will miss hearing about your antics on the golf course; what generous & wonderful gift you gave her for her birthday or Christmas; where y’all were planning to vacation; & so much more.  

I’m just so thankful that y’all got to spend 5 years together as Mr. & Mrs.  What a beautiful & happy occasion your wedding was.  It was perfect...just like the 2 of you were together.  
So, until you’re together again, we’ll love & watch over Belin for you.  

Andy will be so missed by so many.  He was quiet around all us girls, but he knew we loved him because he was good to Belinda.  He had the cutest smile,  and he was always smiling when he was with you, Belin.   He took on an impossible task of coaching us.  He did a great job at coaching and supported us 100%.  I'm sure we drove to drink sometimes.  I will never forget when he was coaching third base and told me WHOA and I thought he said GO and I was out by a mile.  He did have a few words with me after that.   It will just not be the same without Andy in person, but his spirit will live on with great memories.  I'm sure he's helping everyone improve their swings in heaven.  

Andy,

I miss you so much, my heart is broken. Until God reunites us, I’ll hold every memory of you in my heart. I love you today, always and forever. 

Ever Thine
Ever Mine
Ever Ours 

Belinda 

I met Andy 30 years ago, he was that guy with the very dry sense of humor that everyone shyed away from because you never knew if he was kidding or not.  Well... as time went by I knew he was a great guy who made you work to be his friend.  But I'm  here to tell you, he was worth it.  He made a great forever friend.

Sending my condolences to the family and also my prayers.  My heart goes out to Belinda for her beloved.  May God give you the strength and guidance you need everyday.  God bless you 

Del and I are still in disbelief over the loss of Andy.  Belin, may God continue to hold you and help you get through this devastating loss.  Lean on us. Our family loved him so and will miss him terribly.  Our prayers go out to Lesli and Ron and his Illinois family and all his many friends and golf buddies.  As Del said in his toast - May your fairways be wide and may your greens roll true. We will miss you, Andy Brown.  Love you so. 

While we have not known Andy as long as most at PGPCC, as we remember Andy we think of a real gentleman who was a pleasure to be around. We will miss his presence among us.  

My condolences go the family during this sad time.
Andy was not only a great person but also a great manager. During my short time with Memorial Hermann I appreciated his expectations to do your very best as well as working together as a team. You will be greatly missed Andy.

Belinda - I am so sorry to hear of Andy's death!  Brad and I always enjoyed playing Couples Golf with the two of you as you were so very welcoming during our first year of playing.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you move forward during this tough time.  I hope you can find comfort in your memories and his infectious smile!

Koren DeSplinter

Belinda - I am so sorry for your loss.  Andy was a wonderful man who lived an amazingly vibrant, fun life.  He will be missed by all.  May God give you the strength to get through this tough time.  Please lean on all of us in the coming days and weeks.  We all love you! 

Sharon. 

Belinda,

Words can't express how sorry I am for your loss.  I remember when you guys started dating and I love seeing the old pictures posted on here from back in the day.  You have my deepest sympathy and many prayers for you and your family.

-Kim 

Belinda,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. We are so very sorry in the loss of Andy.  
Love,
Kathy and Tom Barta

We will always remember Andy for his smiling face.  He was always friendly and fun to be around.   We were reminded today that he and Ricky shared a birthday so we will always remember him on that day.   Love,  Rick and Marilyn Terrell

Belinda,
I am so sorry to hear about Andy.   I worked with him at Memorial Hermann and he was a joy to be around. You could always count on his dry sense of humor to lighten the mood during tough meetings. 

I’m so glad he retired early and had more time with you and all the things he loved.   My thoughts and prayers are with you in thIs very difficult time. 

Helen Powers

You will certainly be missed on the golf course.  Belinda my prayers are with you.


I remember playing in the Lucky 7 golf tournaments with Andy and Belinda. They were a pleasure to be around. Andy and I joked around all the time, they are good memories. Belinda I am sorry for your loss. You and the whole family are in my prayers. God Bless

Belinda, I am so very sorry for your loss.  Hold the memories close to your heart, they will always be with you.  Andy was a good man and a great friend who was always a pleasure to be around.  He will certainly be missed.  Rest In Peace my dear friend.

My sincerest sympathy to the entire Brown family and my prayers are with you.  Andy was a good man and it was an honor to know and love him.  Rest in Peace Andy!

My sincere condolences to the entire family.  I recall the many good times at Memorial and knowing Andy.   Peace, friend.

Belinda,

I am so sorry for your loss.  May Robert rest in peace.   May you find comfort and rest in our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ who is the Prince of Peace, a friend who sticks closer than a brother,  and the author and finisher of our faith.

                                                                        God Bless!

                                                                        Michele Pak (HPD)

I am sorry I didn't to at least get to see you before your unexpected departure of this world Uncle Andy.  I so DO remember how nice of guy you were.  i remember that GTO you bought and were so proud at showing it off.  I miss getting another opportunity to play golf with you.  You were such a great golfer.  I remember I used to (and still do) poke fun of your swing and I would wonder, how does he hit that ball straight like that?  Though you were only apart of my family for a short time, either way you are STILL my uncle.   I thought you were a great guy, very caring and had a love for things like golf and hunting (I think i have a couple of your ducks still).  You will be missed.  Love you Uncle.  RIP   

You will be missed  dear friend,  golfing and hunting buddy. Sincerest condolences to Belinda and family.

I always called him "Andy Man"; he never seemed to mind.  It was a pleasure to know him and to play golf with him.  My memory of Andy Man was the advice he gave me about 2 years ago regarding my tee shots.  He made a keen observation of what I was doing on my drives (it was a very subtle flaw) and told me about it.  To this day, on every round I play, I have occasion (at some point during the round), to think about his advice - it always brings me back to a more consistent drive.  Thanks always, Andy Man, and God speed.

Belinda,  I send my sincere condolences to you on the loss of Andy. It is wonderful that you had so many happy years together.  I know he left you with many joyful memories that will comfort you and your family. I am thinking of you and wishing you the very best. I know how difficult it is to lose a husband. 
Karen Collman



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Robert Andrew "Andy" Brown

November 23, 1955 – June 11, 2020

Katy Funeral Home

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