Robby Lee Andrus
February 12, 2011
Robby Lee Andrus, 40, died unexpectedly on Saturday, February 12, 2011. He was born September 29, 1970, in Des Moines.
Robby was one of the first to graduate from North Alternative High School and worked as a roofer for Brockway Mechanical and Roofing. He enjoyed fishing and NASCAR. He loved spending time with his children.
Robby is survived by his signifant other, Fay Sullivan; children, Angela Dobney, Cassie Hudnutt, Taylore and Kayla Andrus, Derika and Brogan Andrus; grandson, Liam Hawkins; father, Jim Andrus; mother, Sheila (Mark) Nagel; sisters, Dawn and Jami Andrus; grandmother, Ada Kulla; adopted grandparents, Herman and Joy Nagel; Joan Sullivan; and many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins, and beloved friends.
Funeral services will be held 10 a.m., Wednesday, February 16, 2011, at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Avenue in Des Moines, with burial to follow at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. Family will greet friends from 6 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to the family in loving memory of Robby.
Online condolences may be made to:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Laurie (Dave's ex-wife)
05/17/2011
Sheila, Dawn and Jami - I just this minute somehow stumbled upon Robbie's info on the Hamilton website. I am so, so sorry. I can still remember Robbie helping to "take care" of Korry when she was a baby. He was so sweet and always wanted to please. I'm sure Dave is pleased that Robbie grew up to look so much like him. I think of all of you so often. Please accept my deepest condolences. Love, Laurie
adena nichols
02/15/2011
I am forever grateful for this man. I knew my kids were safe with rob around. From making sure that kids weren't hanging from my windows to helping my oldest son cope with the death of Sara. This was a very great man. We were lucky to know you. Thank you for the time we had. Now you are at peace and able to protect and watch over a greater range of people. You will be missed.
Fr. Al Sherbo
02/15/2011
My prayers are with you in Robby's death.
I am unable to attend any of the services, but I am remembering all of you in my thoughts and prayers. I only met him a few times, but found him to be a good person and caring father. Looks like you have a good family group to support each other in this difficult time. Stand with each other and with the Lord in the coming days. Probably not now, but hopefully sometime in the future, you'll be able to get some sense of what his - too soon - passing means. In the meantime, I hope you all can find someone to share with and go through this with you. Again, my condolences to all of you.
Fr. Al Sherbo
St. John's, Adel
phyllis clay
02/15/2011
will miss his smile and carring for others. seemed he would defend any one that he thought need is help.god go with you
Angela Gruhn
02/15/2011
Fay - my prayers are with you, Sheila, Dawn and the rest of Rob's family. Always know that I'm here for you, Derika and Brogan. I love you and am here if you need anything.
Brent Steffens
02/15/2011
Fay,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I cannot imagine what you are going through. My prayers are with you and your children.
Brent Steffens
Northern Plains Management
Amy Tyler
02/15/2011
My prayers go out to everyone in your family. Im sorry to hear of your recent lose.
Merlyn and John Law
02/15/2011
Fay..Our sincere sympathy for the loss of Rob. For it is our hope that only fond memories embrace you and the kids at this time of sorrow.
Dick and Betty Ross
02/14/2011
Dear Fay, Derika, and Brogan,
We both wanted you to know that we are so sorry for your loss. Just try to cherish all the good memories you shared with him and the wonderful children you have. We will talk to you and see you soon,
Uncle Dick and Betty
Gina (Rolling) Castro
02/14/2011
Fay and Family, I pray for you in this time of sorrow and ask God to guide and comfort you in your time of need. I also pray you are surrounded by loved ones through this time, as it is truly indescribably comforting.
Vicki Stinson
02/14/2011
My deepest sympathy for the family during this time of loss.
No parent should ever have to bury a child. It is sadness beyond
words.
Frances Cockrell Colton
02/14/2011
Dawn, May God strengthen You and your loved ones in this hour of need. God bless you all.
Bonnie and Don Brown
02/14/2011
We are so very sad about Robby's passing. I know that this is very hard on all of you. Please know that we are thinking of you and want you to call on us if need anything at all.
Love, Don and Bonnie
Larry & Tammy Quick
02/14/2011
we are very sry for your loss and are praying for u and your family
Carmen Davis
02/14/2011
Fay you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.