Andrea Swift-King Obituary

Andrea u will for ever be loved I know we havent seen or talked to each other since 1992 when we were in germany those were some great times but u will for ever live on!!! Love you

I was in Andreas class in high school in Chapman, didnt really know her that much but she always had a smile on her face, i am sorry to hear about the loss,god bless.
Greg Roberts-Chapman KS

Forever in your heart, a memory is something that will never leave you; and that is what Andrea is and will always be....she will never leave you. Her spirit lives everyday in the things she loved and the people she loved.

Malamapono,
Alice

Unfortunately I did not have the pleasure of meeting Andrea before her death. However, in the past several months, I have become acquainted with Andrea through her wonderful mom, Lori. I believe she will continue to be a presence in the lives of those who loved and cherished her. "Our children were, still are, and always will be, part of who we are, what we are, and what we do today, tomorrow and forever." (author unknown) With love in my heart for you, Lori, and your family-- your TCF friend

I started a poem for you, I just couldn't quite finish it. I think of you every day and miss you so very much. Here goes:
So young, your life had only just begun,
So much sadness, pain and tears, your last couple of years.
Your beauty, inside and out,
for me there has never been a doubt.
Your smile, your loving, giving heart,
these things, I wish I never had to part with.
I love you so much, Andrea.

Dearest Lori,
I'm thinking of you
. Been there, done that. It does get easier as time goes by. I hope our children have found each other and are laughing at us.
Love you more,
Aunt Kathy

To the living I am gone
To the sorrowful,I will never return
To the angry,I was cheated
But to the happy,I am at peace
And to the faithful,I have never left.
I cannot be seen, but I can be heard.
So as you stand upon a shore, gazing at the beautiful sea Remember me.
As you look in awe at a mighty forest and it's grand majesty Remember me.
As you look upon a flower and admire its simlicity Remember me.
Remember me in your heart, your thoughts and your memories of the Times we loved, the times we cried, the times we fought, the times we laughed.
For if you always think of me, I will never have gone.
Love, Aunt Margie
"Families Are Forever"

Lu, Will & JT
It's hard to believe a year has passed. Always treasure your memories and remember you are thought of every day.
Love
Aunt Nancy & Uncle Ed

Andrea, I miss you so much.

Aunt Lori, Uncle Walt and JT, Im so gald that you set this up so everyone could read about what a awesome person Andrea was. Every time I think of her I think of her big beautiful smile and her love for life and everyone she met along the way. Some of the many things that I have learned from Andrea that I will take with me is to show your family love every day, spred laughter, Smile big and help anyone in everyway I can. I love and miss Andrea and think of her often. I also love you Aunt Lori, Uncle Walt and JT!!

Andrea was the most kind hearted person i have seriously ever met. I met her through her cousin barbara. the first time that i had met her there was something about her, she didn't make me feel unwelcomed. she actually took me under her wing. all the late night we stayed up doing our makeup. watching movies going to her cousins play. She always had a smile on her face even when she was pisssed off. she was someone that i looked up to someone that i wanted to be. She always looked on the bright side and loved her family and would do anything in her power to make them happy. She's in a good place and I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU TONS but you will ALWAYS reamin in my heart andrea!!!!

Anerea was the best cusin i could ever ask for! she was always there when anyone needed anyhting. she opended her home to all people. i will always remember the smiles, the sleepovers and the great bond we shared. I will greatly miss her with all my heart, and think about her everyday. I know she is watching us from above and takeing care of us all, she was so kind and gentel.and i will miss talking to her and haveing those great talks about the oddest things, we had more in commin then anyone will know, i can truely say she wasent just my Cusin...she was one of my best friends! We will all miss her greatly!!



~Barbara Athow

It was such a joy to have known Andrea, wonderful, beatiful and loving! Your family will always be in my prayers.

Lori and Walt,

Prayers and precious Memories. Remember God never gives us more than we can handle. Sometimes we question how strong we truly are but God is there like the Footsteps in the Sand

Barb Brungard

Dear Lori,

I still can't wrap my mind around losing a child. My prayers are always with you, Walt and JT. Time will heal the hurt. However, the oh so precious memories will stay with you always. Thank you for sharing her memories with all of us.

I am so sorry for your loss of Andrea. I remember her when we were all so little. I can't believe she is gone. Mom called and told me, and I couldn't believe it. I am so sorry. Let me know if there is anything I can do for you. It has been a long time since I have seen you all, but you are still like family. I will miss her.

I hope all of Andrea's friends and family look at the photo's of her. They are so beautiful and show her wonderful, warm smile. Thankyou all for signing. It shows me how much she meant to others, also.

Andrea's Mom,

Lori

We will always miss you. So sorry to hear of your loss to your family. You will always be remembered! Love always,

Uncle Eddie Three Eagles

I was a classmate of Andreas at Chapman High. She always smiled and was a great friend. She will truly be missed.

Despite some rough times, Andrea and I were great friends throughout high school. I remember her being so much more "grown up" than most of us. She was funny and sweet and talented. She'll be missed.

My heart breaks at the loss of Andrea. We were close friends in high school, and lost touch over the years. I was hoping to reunite at our 10-year class reunion. I am in shock. You are in my prayers.

I was in Andrea's graduating class at Chapman and she was such a bright and vibrant person. My heart goes out to you, her family, during this grief. May God grant you comfort and strength during this time.

Lori,

My heart so breaks for you and your family and I want you to know you are in my daily prayers. I will always remember Andrea's beautiful, warm smile. My door is always open and my shoulder is always available. A big warm hug to you,

She will be loved and missed by all who knew her.
Pop

Every day is a new challenge as to how I will get through the day without her. My firstborn child, I miss you so very much. I love reading all the thoughts here and realizing how much you meant to others, also. My beautiful girl, forever in my heart.

Mom

Our sympathy goes out to Walt,Lori,and J.T. .Andrea will be remembered and missed.

Families are forever. We are sorry for your loss. Love,Yowz,Kathy and Jamie

Andrea was a very wonderful person and she will be missed by all,but we all have many great memories of her! Will, Lori, and J.T you will be in our prayers!

Will, Lori and J.T., Please know that you are in our hearts and prayers and we think of you everyday. Andrea holds so many wonderful memories for us, she was such a special person!

Andrea will be missed by us. I will miss being called "Uncle Richard"- never really knowing why she thought I looked like Richard Simmons. Our thoughts are with you Lori, Will and J.T. With LOVE, Jimmy Uncle, Sheila and Rini.

I am so fortunate to have had Andrea as a niece, as well as a wonderful friend. She has forever touched my life. Her friendly, caring, and loving ways will not be forgotten. I will miss her special sense of humor and her wonderful hugs. My thoughts and prayers are with Lori, Walter, and JT as you long for her presence and rely on your memories of her to go on with your lives. I hope you will find some peace in knowing she is in a better place where we will all be together again one day. God bless you.

Andrea will always be remembered by me. She was my cousin and my friend. I truly enjoyed her company, her personality and the conversations we had together. Her personality is one that you wont find in just anyone. She was a good person and is already missed.

Lori, Walt and J.T. you know you are always in my thoughts. I too am deeply sorry for your loss and I pray that you will have all that you need to make it through this very sad time. With love.

As an "Athow" family member I wish we too could have known Andrea for she is described as such a beautiful person by all who knew her. We too have experienced the loss of a child and know how this tears your heart apart and your soul into hopeless shreds.

Our thoughts, prayers, and sympathies are with you at this most devastating time.

I was terrilby saddened to hear of Andrea's passing. She was a beautiful person with a big heart. Her smile was infectious and I'll never forget the twinkle in her eye. I often remember our Christmas shopping trips, they were great times. Lori, JT, and Will, my heart goes out to you and I too share in your loss!

I will always treasure my memories of Andrea. She will always be my "favoritist" cousin!! My love and thoughts are with you Will, Lori and JT.

The big smile that Andrea carried will remain in my heart forever. It was so good to see her last year and see what a beautiful woman she had grown to be. Her memory will be with us forever.

I have some great memories of Andrea as she was growing up. I am so happy that I was able to visit with her and Lori last year and "catch up". She was a very special person and I know that she is in a very special place now sharing laughs and good times with her Grandma Tom. My love, thoughts and prayers go out to Lori, Will and JT. She will always be in your hearts.

Will, Lori & J.T.

Treasure your memories and always remember the good times. We are there with you!

Love Aunt Nancy & Uncle Ed

Deep condolences to all sharing the loss of our dear Andrea. May we all find comfort in warm memories as we have all benefit from her touch.

My sincere condolenses go out to the family. I remember Andrea as a sweet little girl, always ready "to go for a ride". She always had a smile on her face and a hug for me. With love from Sheri, April, Michelle, and Nick

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May you find peace and comfort in knowing that she is in a better place. With sincere sympathy, the Nadolskey's.

Although I haven't seen ANDREA over the past several year's, she will alway's have a special place in my heart. I did how ever enjoy the times we did spend together in the past ''Going Shopping'' and just hanging out. I loved her great sense of humor and I will alway's remember her great smile......My thought's and Prayer's are with you Lori and your Family. I am deeply sorry for your loss.

A very sweet, gentle person. Always a friendly smile. A joy to be around. She will truly be missed! Her Aunt Peggy (Athow) Anderson

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

She was a wonderful daughter, sister, and friend. Andrea always thought of others and was a caring, giving person. I will miss her beautiful smile and quirky sense of humor.



Her loving Mom,

Lori