Dear Susie and Ned

What a terrible shock.  I intended to put pen to paper, but on finding this site thought I would move with the times.  My sentiments will be the same.

When I think of the Dymokes, I think of laughs, smiles, good times and good food.  I can't begin to imagine what life for you is like currently.

Just know that our thoughts are with you both at this incredibly sad time. 

Sarah (and Stephen).

We met Andy only 18 months ago at a Thanksgiving dinner party given by some mutual friends. Eight of us adults gathered together that evening, all British by birth but living happily in America, to celebrate the national holiday. Andy made a memorable impression on us both that night; with us, new contacts, he was sociable and entertaining, with the rest, whom he had known for many years, he was fully engaged and involved in the constant ribbing and humor that we found typically circulated when Andy was present.

Over the coming months we had many opportunities to meet, and Andy's infectious charm and character began to enchant us. In fact it is true to say that he and Susie were significant contributory factors to us moving home to Almaden Valley - a significant influence even if we never managed to let him know. Once we were closer neighbours we began to socialize more; invites to the famous hogmanay party (the last to be held, it turned out), guests at our moving in Christmas party, golf and Segway sessions at Santa Teresa and beyond, graciously hosted dinners around the pizza oven - all these were added to our social round and all were greatfully appreciated.

Although we got to know Andy, and Susie, only a little during this brief period, the quality of both their characters shone through brightly. We were both stunned at the memorial service, listening to the heartfelt and heartwarming tributes being paid by friends of many years and decades, how all these stories rang true for us. Although we knew him for such a short time we too recognize the unique value that Andy brought to our lives, and we will miss him and his compassion and his generousity and his humor and his kindness as much as any that have had the pleasure of knowing him.

As We Look Back.

As we look back over time
We find ourselves wondering .....
Did we remember to thank you enough
For all you have done for us?
For all the times you were by our sides
To help and support us .....
To celebrate our successes
To understand our problems
And accept our defeats?
Or for teaching us by your example,
The value of hard work, good judgment,
Courage and integrity?
We wonder if we ever thanked you
For the sacrifices you made.
To let us have the very best?
And for the simple things
Like laughter, smiles and times we shared?
If we have forgotten to show our
Gratitude enough for all the things you did,
We're thanking you now.
And we are hoping you knew all along,
How much you meant to us.

Author unknown

When I think of your Dad/Andy- he was funny,fearless, generous, larger than life ,competitive and such an all round great guy .
I am proud to have him as a close friend.
My thoughts are with you.Sorry I cannot make it today but will see you in September with Jon and Alan.

Regards
Den(Merseyside UK)

Susie and Ned, Loving, fun, happy, quick with a laugh, proud of his family, especially you Ned. We are so lucky to have known Andy. With love and our deepest sympathy.

~ Mark and Cathy Petersen, Los Gatos, California

Oh,my good grief,I just read this....I can't believe it!!!
I am miles away in person,but right there with you in thoughts and prayers...
I will contact you when you have had a chance to catch yourself again....all my love,Leafy xx

~ Valerie Gawn

Whenever I would go to a tradeshow that Andy was attending, I would always make sure I sat next to him at group dinners.  He was without a doubt the most delightful dinner companion I knew!  A raconteur without par, he would regale me and others with hilarious stories; the topic didn't matter.  He was a man whose charm was simply unmatched.

Also, Cole and I are old hands at Burns Night celebrations, but Andy's and Susie's was the best!  Andy was serious about his Burns night, and everything was done to a "T", but with graciousness and a large dose of fun.  Cole and I are stunned by this loss and our hearts go out to Susie.

What a renaissance man!  Andy could seemingly do anything well.  

In business the consummate professional. 

In friendship generous to a fault with his humor and wisdom. 

As a husband and father he put the rest of us to shame.  Bastard!

I confess I often asked if his team was Man United or Chelsea just to drive him crazy. 

Andy lives in our love and the memory of his contagious smile.

You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

M&M

To Susie and Ned

I knew Andy now on 9 years and over the years we spent some time. He made me laugh,and he made me think two very valuable things to me. We had some things in common but BBQ or the art of BBQ'ing is what we talked about most.I'll miss that.

It is hard to beleive he is gone, and it will take some getting used to. I will miss him as I am sure you must.

I am wishing your family the very best in life as I know Andy did. And I know no words can comfort at this time but  my hope is you will know that Andy was loved by his freinds.

best regards

David Moore and family

Sunday evenings will never be the same, I'll miss

his phone call his fantastic sense of humour his

phenominal personality and his great zest for life.

I was very proud to have him as my brother. Andy

wherever you are I will always love and miss you.

Its wonderful to hear from some of his friends

Our family really appreciate all your kind thoughts

Thankyou everyone for your memories - it makes

wonderful reading and something I will always

cherish.

From your loving sister Sue and the rest of the House of Lords, Colin, Nicky, Ben, Adrian, Zoe and Kai. 

Our holiday in Portugal, the infamous parrot, falling in a hedge and helpless with laughter!

Big family get togethers in Newbury when the children were little.

Our trip to San Fran, showing us the city.

Susie and Ned, you must have so many of these happy memories.  We all feel so far away at the moment, but all thinking of you constantly.  Andy was one of the funniest, kindest men you could ever meet.

I want to express my deepest sympathy in the loss of Andy. I know he will be greatly missed by many.

I will never forget our trips to Lake Powell. Andy taught me all the intricacies of handling a boat on Lake Powell - and there were many. He was always the first to volunteer to drive the boat, sometimes for hours, while others enjoyed themselves and he got us to our next destination. Andy often put other people's interests ahead of his own. On these trips, we enjoyed good drink, food, conversation, and just overall good fun.

Andy had and indomitable spirit and never let anything slow him down; not a houseboat stuck in the marsh on Lake Powell or having his foot wrapped in a cast. He approached life with passion and an ever-present smile.

We will miss you my friend.

Suzie and Ned, may you find some comfort in your warm and loving memories of Andy. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Love,

Zachary

Our deepest and sincerest sympathy. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

~ Mike & Gilda Harvey,

I have so many great memories of Andy that it would take me all week to document them.  It's obviously tough not to be sad at this time but Andy would want us to remember something funny and have a laugh.

I first met Andy in 1986 when he was my boss in England.  My first day on the job he took me to the pub - suffice to say we became good friends very quickly.

It was simply impossible not to like Andy - he was the dictionary definition of "genuine" and his friendliness and sense of humo(u)r are rightly legendary.  His miserable attempt at a Scottish accent as he greeted me with "Hellooooo, Chief!" always made me smile and his love for Susie and Ned was an example to us all.

Michelle and I send our deepest condolences.  We will miss him.