Memories of Andy Burns

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Andy Burns

Richmond, VA

January 7, 1988 - June 18, 2025

Jan 7, 1988 - Jun 18, 2025

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Jesse Feld

I think about Andy all the time, but will be thinking of him a lot here on his birthday. The most memorable birthday of Andy's was when he turned 30 and I met tequila Burns. Andy hosted a part at his house and it was obviously packed because everyone wanted to celebrate him. There's a lot going on in the basketball world that I KNOW you wouldn't like, and even more going on in the world in general that I would have loved talking about with you. Happy birthday my friend - you are missed dearly.

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Shaun Jayachandran

Bishop Ireton High School, Cambridge Road, Alexandria, VA, USA

Shaun Jayachandran

Bishop Ireton High School, Cambridge Road, Alexandria, VA, USA

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Katie Deibler

I am so sad to hear about Andy’s passing. I was friends with Andy at UVA and he was such a genuinely kind, uplifting, awesome person. Andy was truly a UVA basketball fan favorite and the arena would go absolutely WILD when he entered the game. He was so loved by our graduating class. Laura, I am so sorry for your loss. I know that you and the beautiful family that you and Andy created will carry on his legacy. You all are in my prayers.

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Ryan Poznanczyk

2019

Showing off his skills and winning the grand prize

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Ryan Poznanczyk

2019

Ryan and Andy

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Kate Belleman

2018

Andy and Laura at our wedding

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Jerome Meyinsse

2008, JPJ

The best 5 man unit UVA every had

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Laura Burns

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Jerome Meyinsse

I came here this morning to write a few words to you Andy and this was the first thing on my Facebook feed. You posted this 18 years ago to the day. I'm pretty sure this was the game that I was wide open and you didn't pass me the ball, but instead shot an airball haha. I'm glad I had the chance to at least forgive you at the end of last year. I remember how I used to greet you everyday, "ANDYYYY BURRNNSSSS" I used to shout with a huge smile on my face. Your other greeting was "First name Andy, Last name Burnssssssssss". I know your first name isn't Andy, but that became your second greeting. I remember all of the ups and downs we went through at UVA, especially those first two years. I'm so glad we had a chance to reminisce about all of them this past year. There were so many other memories that we shared that we didn't talk about as well. All poker games, the overseas journey, the time I visited you in Houston and in Richmond, and when you came to visit in Brazil were all great memories but one of my fondest memories of you was when you drafted my fantasy team for me even though we were in the same league. I remember changing my password to "Burnsisboss" for years because you did that for me haha. I came here with the intention to share all of the memories we had together, but I keep thinking of more and more memories and I realize to write them all down is impossible. I'm so sorry I can't make the service today but I will continue to share the memories with my family and yours and everyone who had the pleasure to meet you. You're honestly one of the best people I've ever met, and I know that's true because many people share that same sentiment. I love you Andy man.

I came here this morning to write a few words to you Andy and this was the first thing on my Facebook feed.... Read more I came here this morning to write a few words to you Andy and this was the first thing on my Facebook feed. You posted this 18... Read more I came here this morning to write a few words to you... Read more

Michelle Davis

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Jon Noel

"Do all the good you can, by all the means you can, in all the ways you can, in all the places you can, at all the times you can, to all the people you can, as long as ever you can. " That is Andy to us. We see you looking down on us. We will keep the good going sir.

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Mike Henriques

I first met Andy 14 years ago through our mutual friend Pat Welch during a fun weekend in New York, and we became quick friends. Over the years, we bonded over video games, movies, and capitalizing on sportsbook promos, but also on the bigger things: his views on life and what really matters.

When my mom passed away in 2013 after a hard fight with breast cancer, Andy was there for me, helping distract me during a tough time through an invite to a music festival and night out in Baltimore. Not too long ago, we were talking about career challenges, and what he said has stuck with me. To Andy, career growth mattered, but never at the cost of a stressful life or crossing boundaries against what was most important—his family and friends.

Andy was a great guy and an even better friend. I’ll forever miss him and the huge bear hugs only someone with that wingspan could give.

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MJ Holec

Janice Peterson

Liz Peterson

Laura Burns

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MJ Holec

on a walk -- a poem for Andy
no one is gone just on a walk
like stumbling revelers laughing in the garden... Read more on a walk -- a poem for Andy
no one is gone just on a walk
like stumbling revelers laughing in the garden
your curly red head... Read more on a walk -- a poem for Andy
no one is gone just ... Read more

Janice Peterson

This is beautiful Megan- thank you This is beautiful Megan- thank you This is beautiful Megan- thank you

Laura Burns

You gave me the courage to speak. Thank you for your poem and for being here. ❤️ You gave me the courage to speak. Thank you for your poem and for being here. ❤️ You gave me the courage to speak. Thank you for your... Read more

Jewel Nkwocha

2018, Richmond, VA, USA

Que Pasa Festival

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Kimberly Ligon

Friday Cheers at Browns Island

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Janice Peterson

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Janice Peterson

Oh Andy, What to say? We were all banking on you beating this and you tried so hard. This was not the plan. You have been so strong and wanted to be there for Laura, Caroline and Peter. I know you are watching over them and will be forever. We will make sure they have a happy, good life and will keep your memory alive. The kids will know you through the stories we tell about you. Rest in peace now, out of your pain, and know we all love you. Janice (Andy's mother-in-law).

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Liz Peterson

Richmond Art Museum with Andy and Laura

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Liz Peterson

In 2018, my dad and I road-tripped to Richmond to visit Andy and Laura. They were such excellent hosts and I loved seeing how happy they were together. They took us to see outdoor live music at the art museum. It was such a joy to have Andy and Laura as our tour guides, and it was so apparent how much they loved the city and loved exploring it together. My dad loved hearing about Andy’s job as an engineer and I thought it was neat that he went along with a line of questioning about steam engines. My dad gave him the “Uncle Squad” treatment and Andy always passed the test. We were so excited when they got engaged and the special way that he proposed to Laura, traveling all the way to England, showed how deeply he cared for her. Andy always had such a great sense of humor and an ease about him. I was so honored to stand up for them at their wedding and I loved getting to know Andy’s family. Andy will be greatly missed, and I know that his memory lives on through all who loved him.

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Jesse Feld

Laura Burns

TX Team at Viasat

You and your family our in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time of loss. Many Blessings!

-TX Team at Viasat

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Michelle Davis

Janice Peterson

Laura Burns

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Janice Peterson

We had a great trip to Puerto Rico, January 2024. Such a great time! We had a great trip to Puerto Rico, January 2024. Such a great time! We had a great trip to Puerto Rico, January 2024. ... Read more