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Andrew Gasperecz Obituary

"Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid." John 14:27. Andrew "Andy" Huey Gasperecz, born October 31, 1928, in Bayou Chicot, Louisiana, was a resident of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, since 1964 where he and his wife raised their three children. He left this world to be embraced by the Lord on Friday, December 27, 2013 surrounded by his family at the age of 85 years old. His sweet temperament positively affected everyone who knew him. His devotion to his family was without question. LSU football, Pensacola Beach trips, other trips around the country and world with his family and friends, and simple, quiet meals gathered with his family made him the happiest. He leaves behind his loving and caring wife of 59 years, Phoebe Ann Hedwiges Pierrotti; sister, Patricia Blocker; son, Albert Kirk Gasperecz, and his wife, Mamie Hanna Sterkx, of New Orleans; son, Andrew Kent Gasperecz, and his wife, Kathryn Shannon Graves, of Baton Rouge; daughter, Jeanne Melissa Gasperecz of Gainesville, Georgia; grandchildren, Jordan Leah (and her fiance, Ian McMills), Anna Brook, Albert Henry and Jesse Elise Gasperecz of Baton Rouge; grandson, Jackson Wynne Sterkx Gasperecz, of New Orleans; and granddaughters, Kathryn Belle and Ann Jolie Geyer of Gainesville, Georgia. He is predeceased by his father, Andrew Henry Gasperecz, his mother, Mary Violet Deville, his sister, Mary Violet Gasperecz Rowles, and his granddaughter, Acina Lauren Gasperecz. Andy served in the US Navy from 1943 to 1946. He received his Bachelor of Education from Southwestern LA Institute (ULL), his Master of Education from LSU, and his Radio Communication Certification from Coyne American Institute in Chicago. He taught at DeRidder High School and ULL. He retired as teacher to work at the LA State Dept of Education as a leader in career, industrial arts, technical and proprietary education. He worked for State of LA Superintendents of Education, under Bill Dodd and J.Kelly Nix. He served as President of Louisiana Association for Career and Technical Education from 1964-66 and was appointed as Chairman of the American Industrial Arts Student Association from 1970-71 by the Louisiana State Department of Education. Along with John O. Murphy, Jr. and John A. Dobbs under the direction of Thomas S. Derveloy, he prepared the following guide, which was published in 1972 by the LA State Dept. of Public Education: An Administrator's Handbook for Industrial Arts in Louisiana Schools. In 2010, Andy received the LA Veterans Honor Medal. Since 1964, he was a member of Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church, Baton Rouge, where he also served as a volunteer at the Adoration Chapel for several years. The family wishes to thank all of the good people who helped Andy during his illness, including Dr. McCelland, Dr. Bonnecaze, Ms. Tate, Trig, and all of the good people at Amber Terrace Assisted Living, Our Lady of the Lake Hospital, and St. Joseph Hospice (the Carpenter House). Any memorials or remembrances should be sent to the Carpenter House, 10615 Jefferson Highway, Baton Rouge, LA 70809 in Andy's name. Visitation will be at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church, 445 Marquette Ave. Baton Rouge 70806, on Tuesday, December 31, 2013 from 9:00 am until the Mass of Christian Burial begins at 10:30 am. Entombment will follow at Greenoaks Memorial Park. Online condolences may be placed at www.greenoaksfunerals.com.

Published by The Advocate from Dec. 28 to Dec. 31, 2013.
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Kirk, Mamie and Jackson, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you all.

Caroline Ferguson

January 13, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Wethey Jim & Vestal

January 3, 2014

We will miss Andy greatly on Pensacola Beach. You have such a wonderful and loving family. May your love give you all strength at this difficult time. We love you and miss you all, Phoebe, Melissa, Kirk and Kent.

Karen Turner

December 31, 2013

Phoebe and family, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you.

Diane Tonkovich

December 30, 2013

Kirk, sorry to hear of your Father's passing. It sounds like he lived a full life, and left many fond memories for you all. GOD Bless...

Morris Green

December 30, 2013

Phoebe and family: I am SO sorry to hear of the loss of such a great man. He will live forever in my memories; Heaven has another beautiful angel. May God be with you all and grant you peace and comfort at this very sad time. Love and hugs to all of you

Karen Murphy

December 30, 2013

Kirk and all the Gasperecz family - my deepest condolences during this difficult time. My prayers are with all of you and with your father.

Nadine Pinell

December 30, 2013

To the Gasperecz family, I am so very sorry. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. I know Parrin will be greatly missed. I will see you all tomorrow.

Tricia (Murphy) Johnson

December 30, 2013

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Teresa Lauga

December 30, 2013

Kirk - my deepest sympathy. What a beautiful soul. Juanita

Juanita Perez

December 30, 2013

Deepest condolences.

Paul Cascio

December 30, 2013

I am so sorry to hear. I will try to make it Tomorrow

Jenny Soileau

December 30, 2013

Andy, I will remember you forever.
We have traveled many paths together over our life and they will be membered fondly. Our love, thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Richard Musemeche

December 29, 2013

I'm so sorry for your loss, Kirk.

Nadine Segari

December 29, 2013

Phoebe and entire family, may God wrap his arms around y'all and bring you comfort. Andy was the best. God touched him with the ability to make everyone he knew feel loved. Andy is now in Heaven thinking what a beautiful family I have. Prayers and hugs to all of you. Louise Angelle McCann (Milton, GA.)

Louise Angelle McCann

December 29, 2013

Thinking of all of you at this time.

Elaine Hoops

December 28, 2013

Know that my prayers are with your family and God gives you the healing to know he holds Mr. Gasperecz in his loving arms.

Denise Jeandron

December 28, 2013

To the Gasperecz family,
My love, thoughts, and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I pray that the Lord will comfort you and wrap you in His great peace.

Tammy White

December 28, 2013

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