Andrea was so much more than a sister-in-law — she was truly family, a dear friend, and a cherished part of our lives. I’ll always treasure our trips to New York City to see plays, the marathon pinochle games that stretched late into the night, and the times we laughed while highlighting each other’s hair, sipping wine, and simply enjoying each other’s company.
One of my earliest memories of Andrea always makes me smile — the night she joined us for dinner and asked for ketchup to add to my mom’s famous chicken soup! That was just her — warm, genuine, and unafraid to be herself.
We shared so many wonderful Christmas dinners together, filled with laughter, love, and family traditions that will always be remembered. Andrea had a gift for bringing people closer and making every moment special.
Though we will miss her deeply, I find comfort knowing she is in heaven now, reunited with her parents, watching over and protecting her family with love. Her spirit will always remain with us, in our memories, in our stories, and in the love she gave so freely.