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Andrew J. Cardinal

Andrew J. Cardinal, of Wilmington, DE, age 60, passed away on Tuesday, August 24, 2021 in Christiana Hospital. Andy lived his life with Muscular Dystrophy, passing away after 22 years with breathing assistance from a ventilator and support from family, friends and the Medical community.

 

Andy was educated in a variety of grammar schools, Alexis I. DuPont HS and the University of Delaware, where he graduated with a degree in Electrical Engineering (applied Computer Science).

 

He developed, from a very early age a deep interest in the preparation and consumption of fine cuisine and wine. He also had a love for travel and music. Despite his physical disability, he developed a wide circle of very good, loyal friends who were his for life. They saw each other often and did many things together. They loved and helped each other through the ups and downs of life and were present with him to the very end. Through them, and his family, he had a very active physical and intellectual life. Who could ask for more?

 

Andy is survived by his parents Anthony and Rosemary Cardinal and his sister, Ann (Dan) Kent.

 

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, August 31, 2021 at 10:00 am at St. Joseph on the Brandywine Church, 10 Old Church Road, Greenville, DE 19807. Interment will follow in the Church Cemetery.

Funeral Services

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, August 31, 2021 at 10:00 am at St. Joseph on the Brandywine Church, 10 Old Church Road, Greenville, DE 19807. Interment will follow in the Church Cemetery.

Condolences

    Maxine Holderried lit a candle and writes,
    You are in my thoughts and prayers always.
    08/27/2021 08:06 pm
    Laurin Norwood lit a candle and writes,
    Thoughts and prayers to all the family and friends. Luv ya, Honey.
    08/28/2021 04:18 pm
    Pamela Cottrell lit a candle and writes,
    May the loving memories of Andy bring family and friends peace and comfort. God has Andy in his arms, and he will always be in our hearts. A beautiful soul never forgotten. I am hoping there is an endless supply of Dom Perignon in heaven! Rest in Peace Andy.
    08/28/2021 06:48 pm
    Kate Morris lit a candle and writes,
    My thoughts and prayers are with Andy's family. I will always treasure my conversations with Andy and his parents. I shall always remember him showing up at my Bayada Office with beautiful flower bouquets so often. He is at peace and I am blessed to have been a part of his life. Kate Morris
    08/29/2021 10:45 am
    Edgar Fasig jr lit a candle and writes,
    God bless you Tony, Rosemary and family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
    08/29/2021 10:49 am
    Patricia and William Wright lit a candle and writes,
    So sorry yet so happy that you are without pain and no longer in that wheelchair and attached to tubes. Thank you for all the wonderful times that Bill and I were able to enjoy with you. You will be missed dearly. Rest in Peace, Andy. I know that you are drinking the finest of red wines today with Jesus himself.
    08/29/2021 12:25 pm
    Pete Scarborough writes,
    Tony & Rosemary I was sorry to learn of your loss. I was not fortunate enough to know Andy but was aware of the love and support he received from both of you over the years and I am sure he greatly appreciated having such great parents. I hope that as time goes on you will cherish his memory.
    08/29/2021 12:44 pm
    Torre Raimer writes,
    I worked with Andy for years. He was a wonderful co-worker and friend. He was always in the middle of whatever was going on with the team. Whether it was coaching a co-worker in a pizza eating contest, organizing a lunch run or getting a group to buy lottery tickets for the big drawing, Andy was there. Helping him get his headset on, his mouse situated or his favorite drink ready was something I did often. I know I didn’t always get it right. Andy was always able to laugh off my mistakes. He was also a very generous man. For years he invited my husband and I and our two kids to the Hagley fireworks. What a thrill! What an impression his generosity and those fireworks made on my family! We will never forget it! I enjoyed reminiscing and writing this. It made me laugh. Thanks Andy for the memories! Torre Raimer
    08/29/2021 07:37 pm
    Carolynn and Jim Bramm writes,
    Dear Cardinal family, Although we never had the pleasure of meeting Andy, I have come to know something about him through my friendship with Ann. The story of his life, his strength and fortitude and the support of his friends and family is truly inspiring. Hold those memories close. He will always be with you. Sending you love and hugs, Carolynn & Jim Bramm
    08/29/2021 09:14 pm
    Jane Julian writes,
    Rosemary and Tony: I am so sorry. I know you will miss him deeply. With my sincere sympathy and prayers for your strength. Jane W. Julian
    08/30/2021 10:29 am
    Anne and Jim Donaghy lit a candle and writes,
    It's been many years since our days in Windybush when we first met the your family. Jim and I remember a week at the beach together in the early days, just before Andy's illness was diagnosed. Our paths have certainly diverged since then; we spent 20 some years in Minneapolis and are now back on the Eastern Shore. But we have always kept track of the Cardinals and, in particular, Andy, through mutual friends. We've sent a number of prayers your way over the years and continue to do so now that Andy has passed away. We cannot imagine the strength and bravery that it's taken to face the difficulties his Illness brought to Andy himself and to each of you. So we ask God's blessings to continue to be with each of you as Life goes on, as it will. Sending warm thoughts and love, Anne
    08/30/2021 11:45 am
    Nicole Wonica writes,
    I did not know Andy but feel as if I did through his friends' very moving tributes and touching anecdotes. I hope knowing how much he was loved and the wonderful memories bring you comfort.
    08/30/2021 11:54 am
    Marc T Zubrow writes,
    Dear Mr. and Mrs. Cardinal, On Saturday, August 21st, my wife and I were at a very charming, BYOB restaurant in Cape May Courthouse, NJ celebrating our 40th wedding anniversary. I brought along the last bottle of wine that Andy had given me so many years ago. It was by far the best wine either of us had every had and we obviously wanted to save it for a special occasion. I spent several minutes telling Anne, my wife, about Andy and the both of you. And then the very next week I see his obituary. What a terrific person Andy was and what remarkable people both of you are to have cared so lovingly for him all of these years. It is amazing that he was with us this long and lived this well. I think of the 3 of you often and the many visits we shared together. My sincerest condolences to both of you and the family. The Margaritaville clan up there just got a great member. Warmest Regards and with a little smile. Marc
    08/31/2021 10:14 am
    Anthony Cucuzzella lit a candle and writes,
    Tony and Rosemary My deepest condolences to you and Rosemary. I have not seen Andy for several years, but I often thought of him, particularly when you would mention him at some of our meetings. I always thought of Andy as a strongly motivated individual, with his computer skills and strong desire to make the most of the life he lived, Anthony
    09/01/2021 04:45 pm
    Anthony L Cucuzzella writes,
    My sincerest condolences to you and Rosemary.
    09/01/2021 04:52 pm
    Gary Luckenbaugh lit a candle and writes,
    I am very sorry to hear of the passing of Andy. I really enjoyed the time we spent at Project Delta. We were both on a journey to learn as much as we could about computers. I always enjoyed the time we spent together, bouncing ideas off of each other.
    09/02/2021 01:21 pm
    Martin Pensak writes,
    I worked with Andy in his early years at DuPont, and I will always remember him as one of the truly nice people in this world - in addition to being very smart, and hard working. But most of all I admired his strength of character - living the life he wanted, not letting MS stop him. I'm glad I knew him, and I'm glad he had as long as life as he did.
    09/06/2021 10:31 am
    Jim Taylor lit a candle and writes,
    I am so sorry to hear of Andy's passing. He was always such a pleasure to work with at AI and Blue Hen and his visits were thoroughly enjoyed by all the staff. I always looked forward to seeing him and admired his positive attitude. Andy was so intelligent and yet, he was very down to earth and could converse on so many interesting topics. I really appreciated his wine tips! He will be greatly missed by many. Your family is in our prayers! Jim
    09/14/2021 01:48 pm
    Lanty Smith writes,
    Dear Rosemary and Tony, A voice out of the past. I came across the wonderful obituary and expressions of condolences regarding Andy. I remembered with great fondness the highly enjoyable times we had together almost a half-century ago at the DuPont All-American Tennis Tournament and elsewhere and the thoughts that you shared with us about Andy and Ann. Margaret joins me in sending condolences. I hope that your health is good and that you are doing well. Margaret and I are quite fortunate. We now live in Durham, five minutes away from our youngest daughter, her husband and four boys and ten minutes from Duke where I continue to be active. She is an Associate Dean at the Law School, where we both were graduated. The families of our other two daughters live in Raleigh and Boston, with a total of ten grandchildren. Everyone is a "good citizen," and I am especially pleased by the contributions that our daughters and their husbands make to others. Margaret plays tennis three times each week, and I continue to work full-time, principally on medical research projects that can materially improve the practice of medicine and help patients. My principal focus is in the area of neurology, especially PD and AD. Precision Fabrics has survived and continues to provide important medial products and needed jobs. Thanks for being good friends many years ago. Warmest regards, Lanty
    10/08/2021 03:41 pm
    Nikki Marra lit a candle and writes,
    sending my prayers to you and your family. Such a great person with a loving heart. Thank you for being such a great loving patient and friend. Nikki
    10/10/2021 02:18 pm

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