Cecil ANDREW

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ANDREW: Cecil Hugh. It is with great sadness the family announce the death of Cecil Andrew. Born Nov. 22, 1927, at Plumas, Manitoba. Cecil's death occurred, after a short illness, at Brandon General Hospital on Oct. 20, 2009. Cecil was predeceased by his parents, Julia in 1954 and Sydney in 1972, three brothers Gordon in 1960, Ken in 1974 and Ray in 1999, and his dear wife Lorraine (Couch) in 2008. He will be missed by his brother Lloyd of Edmonton, Alberta, sisters Avis Neilsen of Brampton, ON and Irene (Dick) Kuntz of Brantford, Ontario, sisters in law Bette Hyndman of Rapid City and Shirley Bollman of Brandon. Cecil also leaves two step children Dave (Lesley) Clarke and Barry Clarke of Victoria, British Columbia. Nieces and nephews: Daryl (Marie) Andrew, Carole Trottier (Kuntz), Garth (Brenda) Andrew, Doug (Susan) Kuntz, Barb (Bruce) Belcher, Allan Andrew, Kurt (Zaida) Neilsen, Shirley (Chris ) Martin, Jacquie Esplin, Bev (Doug) Kreller, Wendy (Don) Smith, Lillian (Keith) Vance, Darlene (Vern) Appleyard. Cecil spent his entire working life farming in the Rapid City area. Basically he spent his whole life helpingfamily. First when his mother passed away he stayed on the family farm and helped his father. When Cecil's father died his brother Ken moved to the NW quarter of the family farm. Cecil helped build a new home for Ken and his family. When Ken died suddenly he tried to take a bunch of city kids and turn them into farmers. When his nephew Daryl bought an old house to move into Rapid City, Cecil was the one who helped build the basement, block by concrete block until completion. During the Town of Rapid City's Centennial in 1983, there was this "young" girl from Victoria, British Columbia who came to visit. This young girl's name was Lorraine and she stole Cecil's heart. It was heartwarming to see this 55 year old confirmed bachelor holding hands with his childhood sweetheart. They were married the following year and Cecil was thrilled to have a whole new family to care for. His emphasis was naturally to his new family and he was happy to assume those responsibilities. When Cecil retired from farm life he and Lorraine purchased a home in Brandon. Cecil and Lorraine continued to winter in Texas as he had for many years. Cecil's life changed suddenly with Lorraine's passing in the summer of 2008. Cecil used that time to reconnect with family. It allowed Cecil's great nieces and nephews a chance to spend some time with him. A whole new generation got to know his generosity, sense of humor and his infectious smile. Cecil will be greatly missed by all his family and friends. FuneralServices will be held at the Rapid City United Church on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2009 at 2:00 p.m. Rev. Barbara Jardine will officiate. Interment will be at the Rapid City Cemetery. Lunch will be served at the Rapid City Legion Hall immediately following the Interment. Expressions of sympathy may be made atwww.memorieschapel.com. Arrangements are with Memories Chapel & Pre-Planning Centre, 727-0330.

As published in Brandon Sun on Oct 24, 2009