It is very rare to come across people who make amazing friends!

Fernando and I find ourselves really fortunate to have you as a friend. You will always stay fresh and lively in our memories but you will be missed each day. I want to share with you and your family will always remain in our prayers.

We still remember when we sponsored you during our time in Okinawa , Japan and welcomed you into our home. At that time , I had never thought that we would develop such a strong connection . You have seen David when he was a baby till now as a 4 yr old. It was your helping nature and affection that helped us bond so strong. You have always been there for us not just like a friend but like family and therefore his absence will be very difficult for all of us to absorb. We are going to miss you every day because you truly meant a lot to us .

Though he is not here with us anymore , no one can fill the void his death has created in our lives. Let us always keep him alive in our memories and celebrate them to keep him a part of our lives forever.

Love,

David, Fernando,Carolina Sierra and Lucky 

To my buddy Mark, my heartfelt sympathy goes to you and your family. I was shocked to hear about Andrew's passing and wanted you all to know what a lovely young man I thought he was. When Concord "adopted " his unit, I was fortunate to be in communication with him through you about what we could send to let him and his fellow soldiers . He was so appreciative and gracious and it was such a wonderful experience to be helping one of our own. When Andrew came to Concord to say thank you, I was brought to tears watching him interact with the kids and answer their questions. 

I am praying for peace and comfort for you and your family.

It was an honor to have met your wonderful son!

Sue Baumes

Why you? Why me?

Ive tried pressing rewind on a friendships purpose that was ended abruptly. Why did I meet you, why did you befriend me? You, always too nice and me always too outspoken. Oh how we joked I could be a little more like you and you like me. Our 2 hr conversation and sporadic trip to the beach to take pictures “make sure you always get a good angle and lighting” I never thought that would be the last.

You have the best lighting there is and despite what I taught you, you absolutely have the best angle an Angel can have.

I know now why I met you and why you befriended me. There’s always a reason for everything even in tragedy. You were scheduled a transition to be free and I was assigned a mission from God I had to complete. The most honorable thing I’ve ever done in my life was escorting you home to your family.

Love,

The crazy one.!

Fallen never forgotten.

P.s. such a beautiful day in the sky we had flying over your city.

Andrew was one of my first friends in elementary school. Years later, we volunteered alongside each other at Local firehouse.    He was always so kind and caring; never skipped a beat when catching up.   I’m sorry we lost touch over the years.    But I’ll always remember his kindness & service.   

Keeping your family in my prayers as you navigate this time 

Andrew was in my graduating class at Garnet Valley. He was one of the kindest people you knew , and had this laugh that would make you smile. I thank him for all his service for our country, gone too soon indeed. Sending prayers to his family and friends during this difficult time. Xoxox 

Dear Mark and family,

Please accept our heartfelt condolences for the passing of your beloved son and brother,  Andrew.  We cannot image the pain and grief you are all feeling because of this tragic loss. We can only hope that you find some comfort in your precious memories of him.

We pray that you have strength during this most difficult time.

With our deepest sympathy,

Marlo and Joe Lombardi

I never met Andrew face to face but I work with his dad Mark and had the opportunity to speak to him over face time on several occasions. What an awesome person he was and we want to express our sincere condolences to all family and friends of Mr Andrew Laloup.

Bob and Liz Smith