On the night of December 11, 2019 Andy passed away suddenly in his room at Clark Street Inn in Miles City. He was 59 years old.
Andy was born in Bozeman, MT on September 22, 1960 to Marguerite and Dean Loomis. He attended grade school at Van Norman and at Sacred Heart in Miles City. Andy graduated from Custer County High School.
He worked as a client at EMI where he did the sanding and staining on many of their woodworking projects. He also performed at the Special Olympics, competing in track events and basketball. Andy also worked full time at the Buttery’s Grocery Store as a carryout. He was well liked and customers often requested his services.
It was while he worked at Buttery’s that he earned the nickname “Smilen’ Andy”. He enjoyed the work and liked everyone he met there. And the smile never left his face.
The most important things in Andy’s life were family, friends, fishing, and food. He always remembered everyone’s birthday and made sure that the family tradition of birthday dinners at Airport Inn was kept. He was especially happy to share September’s birthday dinner with Brother Billy.
Andy had a ridiculous number of friends because he never forgot anyone he ever met; and everyone he met was considered a friend. Any public outing with Andy took extra time. He couldn’t walk through a store without stopping to say hi to 10 or 12 friends.
Andy spent every day that he could at his favorite fishing holes, usually with his friend Rod Price. Rod liked to cook, and Andy liked to eat so at least once each summer they would host a barbeque to share their catch with friends and family.
Andy’s idea of a perfect day would be to have friends stopping to visit while he is fishing at a family picnic.
Andy was preceded in death by his father, Dean Loomis, his stepfather, Gerald Bickel, and his sister Claire Voth.
Andy is survived by his mother Marguerite Bickel, his brother Michael Loomis, his brother William Bickel, sister-in-law, Lori Loomis (Michael), sister-in-law, Jody Bickel (William), brother-in-law, John Voth (Claire), and numerous nieces and nephews who gave him the name “Uncle Big Andy.”
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Andy’s name to Walleye’s Unlimited or Special Olympics. Interment will be at a later date.
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
11:00 AM
Wednesday December 18, 2019
The Lighthouse, Assemblies of God Church
3300 Horizon Pkwy
Miles City, MT 59301
Service Schedule
Memorial Service
11:00 AM
Wednesday December 18, 2019
The Lighthouse, Assemblies of God Church
3300 Horizon Pkwy
Miles City, MT 59301
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Donna Leitholt-Taylor says
Mike, Lori,and family so sorry for your loss. Andy was one of the sweetest people i have ever known.
Charlotte Neiffer says
Mike and Lori,
Andy was always sweet and I enjoyed visiting with him when I saw him. Gonna miss him.
Sandi Kohones says
I am so sorry for your loss. Andy was such a bright light! His smile would light up a room. I will miss seeing him around town and hearing his jolly “hello”!
Carol Rath Raschkow says
I’m so sorry to hear of Andy’s passing,, when we lived in Miles City Andy and his friend Frank were frequent visitors in my home,, such a great soul!!
Doreen Steiner Boyer says
I am saddened to read of Andy’s passing. He was such a sweet man. He always had a smile on his face. My sympathies.
Patty Eisele says
Mike, Lori, Grandma Marg, and Family: I am very sorry for your loss. Andy was a very nice man.
Amy LaPierre says
You were my favorite Andy! I will miss your kind and gentle spirit. Love you…
Becky Rehbein says
I always talked to Andy at Albertsons. He would o out of his way to speak with me. I just spoke to him on Dec 9 or 10. We should learn from him how we all should treat each other in this world. A true earth angel. The Lord always takes the best first. Rest In Peace. Peace and prayers for all of his family and friends.
Tab Fleming says
I’m so sorry to hear of Andy’s passing. Always as friendly face and nice person. I’ll miss him.
Jannell Hedstrom Eurich says
I am saddened by Andy’s passing he has touched my life and many others with his quirky smile and his kind spirit. I loved running into him and he always had a hello for me and a bright smile !!
I will miss him a whole bunch!!
So many prayers love and hugs sent your way
❣️❣️
LaRae says
So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
MARTHA CRANDALL says
My sympathy
Jan ronning says
Andy was a beautiful soul, a loyal friend and a family man. He loved to talk about his extended family and always remembered everybody’s birthdays. His warm and genuine smile always made my day. He was much loved and will he greatly missed.
Becky Stanton says
I was saddened to hear Andi passed away. He always visited with me at the Blossoms Gift shop He always made my day brighter and better. I will surely miss him. My sympathies to his family
Lori Price says
Mike, Lori and family. I’m so sorry to hear of Andy passing. May he forever soar soar high as he watches over you.
Gene & Vickie Schneidt says
Andy was always kind and gave a smile to everyone. He will be missed by many.
Rebecca Gookin says
We are so very sorry to hear of Andy’s passing..
He always had a smile on his face.
Always enjoyed a chat with him.
Travis Loy says
I’m so sad too hear about Andy’s passing he always had a smile that would glow when he greeted you and was such a genuine man and was always a loyal man he could meet you one time and always remember who you were the world has sure lost a Angel R.I.P. my friend
Janet Teig says
Andy you were a true Angel. You were so kind and sincere to everyone. I will miss you every single day. The light in the room seems suddenly a bit dimmer. You will never be forgotten.
Marcy Parks says
I am so sorry for your loss! Andy was such a nice guy, and that smile was the best!
Cristina s says
Sorry for your loss. Andy was such a sweet kind and caring person.
Janice Laib says
Andy’s Family sorry for your loss he was a great man and always had a big smile. Prayers for all of you RIP Andy you will be missed
Jessica Smith says
I remember andy from day treatment at eastern mt mental health Center he was one of the only ones who was nice to me used to see him around town always so friendly one of my closest friends
Bill Holton says
Andy you were my morning coffee bud, gonna miss ya pard….just give ’em thumbs up and keep smiling…say hi to Sandy for me….RIP
Louise de Montigny says
My condolences to Andy’s family and dear friends. Andy was such a kind and gentle person, a fishing enthusiast, and a happy soul. I know you will miss his visits, friendship, and presence in your days. I’m happy to have known Andy and will miss him also.
Melinda says
To all of Andy’s family, my condolences. He was such a kind soul. Big Uncle Andy will be missed by all who knew him.
Diane Emeney says
Andy had a way of making everyone feel accepted for who they are…never met anyone with a heart like him, his smile could light up a room..my deepest sympathies to you all for the loss of a very special light.
Tracie Fox says
I am going to miss seeing his bright smile and getting the happy greeting every time I saw Andy. He will be missed.
Debbie says
I new Andy from EMI. He will be missed.
Vikki Bradley says
Andy was such a wonderful guy, always a big smile and a friendly ” how’s it going ” he will truly be missed.
David Livingston says
Spending time with Andy was always a high point in my day! I will never forget how he would wave at me as I drove by. On our trip to Billings for surgery on his “fishing” arm this year, I was amazed to watch him eat several hamburgers after leaving the surgery center!
His kindness and sweet heart was evident and I miss him very much. My consolation…Andy is with his Heavenly Father and he deserves it. My sincere condolences to his Family and Friends.
Stephani Schumacher-Collins says
Rest in Peace, Andy. You brought a smile to everyone you had ever met!
Mary Snell says
From High School till present, I don’t remember ever seeing Andy without a smile. What a cheerful and friendly person he was. Prayers to his family.