Andy was born in Allentown, PA in 1931. Before moving to Florida in 1994 he lived for many years in Ogdensburg, NJ. A loving, caring man, he will be deeply missed by his family, friends and all who knew him.
He was a long-time HS teacher and coach in Sparta, NJ where he taught P.E., health and driver’s education. Andy was head basketball coach at Sparta High School for over 20 years, coached freshman football and varsity girls’ softball. Andy dedicated more than 20 years to the Sparta Recreation Department.
In 1981, he was recognized as an honor award winner by the NJ Interscholastic Coach’s Association for his successful years of coaching freshman football, varsity and JV basketball, and 7th and 8th grade boys and girls basketball.
Andy was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 37 years, Luella, his parents Sadie and Lee Anderson, his brother Alan, and niece Lisa.
He is survived by three children who cherished him: Galan (Ellen) of Millington, MD, Wanda (Martin) of Stuttgart, Germany and Eric (Yilian) of East Stroudsburg, PA; eleven grandchildren (who affectionately referred to him as “Grandpa Bear”), five great grandchildren; sister in law Barbara Michell, one niece, many nephews and their children. Andy also leaves behind a number of life long friends whose friendship he treasured, including his companion, Rita.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 18, 2021 from 11AM – 1PM at Goble Funeral Home 22 Main St., Sparta, NJ 07871. A prayer service will be held in the funeral home at 1PM.
Memorial donations may be made to a charity of one’s choice.
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