Obituaries
Andrew C. “Andy” Boyle, 76
December 15, 2020
Andrew C. “Andy” Boyle, 76, passed away on December 15, 2020, due to complications from COVID-19. Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Michael A. and Isabella M. (Hackett) Boyle. He recently celebrated his 53rd wedding anniversary with his wonderful wife, Anna M. (DiGialleonardo), who was the love of his life.
Airman 1st Class Boyle proudly served in the United States Air Force. During the Cold War, he was stationed at an outpost in Shemya, Alaska in the Aleutian Chain (close to Russia’s Peninsula) as a Russian linguist interpreter for the USAF Strategic Air Command.
Andy will be fondly remembered for his charming sense of humor and positive outlook on life. He enjoyed listening to music and thought of himself as a “great dancer” (while this point is debatable, he was always the highlight of the party and people enjoyed spending time with him). He was also an avid life-long (i.e. suffering) Philadelphia Eagles fan, and one of his greatest pleasures was attending games with his family and watching The Birds finally win the Super Bowl in 2018.
Faith and family were paramount to Andy. He was a parishioner of St. John Neumann Catholic Church where he and his wife also served as Eucharistic Ministers. They continued their service to Christ with the Chaplain of Lancaster General Hospital as Eucharistic Ministers of Holy Communion for inpatients. Previously, Andy and Anna served as presenting couples for Marriage Encounter Enrichment Weekends and PreCana Encounter for engaged couples preparing for marriage. And in a previous parish, they were core members in their church’s Catholic Charismatic Renewal.
Andy also served on the Board for the Hempfield Green Homeowners Association.
He will be greatly missed by his wife Anna, and their children: Theresa “Terry” A. Kraft, wife of Doug of Landisville, Michael A. Boyle, husband of Shannon of Avondale, Christine M. Boyle of Palm Harbor, FL and Sgt. 1st Class David C. Boyle, husband of Heather of Hummelstown, and grandchildren: Jordan and Justin Baker, David Kamwanga, Ryan, Caroline, Charlotte, and Alexis Boyle. He was preceded in passing by his parents and brother, John F. Fox.
The family is deeply grateful for the tireless, devoted work of the staff at Lancaster General Hospital’s Cardiac and Intensive Care Units, who committed their highest level of care to Andy. They are true heroes, and we cannot thank them enough.
A private Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, December 19, 2020 at 10AM. To ensure the safety of all those who loved Andy and want to participate in the service, the Mass will be live streamed on the church’s website, sjnlancaster.org. No in-person viewing will be offered at this time. Instead, a Celebration of Life (in the form of an Irish Wake) will take place in 2021 when we can all safely be together in person to honor him.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Water Street Mission, or St. John Neumann Church.
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Condolences to the Family
December 23, 2020
Having lost my father, I realize no words can assuage the grief the family must feel to lose one of your own.
I am sure, though, he is proud of his family, will always have a protective hand over all of you and has attained eternal peace.
With sincere condolences,
Bedatanu Banerjee
December 22, 2020
Anna and the entire Boyle family. Our deepest sympathies for the loss of Andy. We will always remember him as one of our extended family and a man who cared deeply for his family and friends. If there is anything we can do or say to help you during this time or in the future, all you need to do is ask. Stay strong as always and know God is caring for Andy and you. Love, Laura & Bob Smee
December 21, 2020
Dear Anna,
Our condolences to you and the family. We are deeply saddened and send prayers for your comfort.
Love, Darryl and Joe
December 21, 2020
Prayers GOD will comfort all OF Mr. Boyle’s loved ones. He truly shined his light to others! Always putting a smile on someone’s face. Loved working with him at Red Lobster ❣️ Sheri Witmer
December 20, 2020
We want to offer our sincere sympathy to you and your family, Anna. I have many memories of both of you when I was a Eucharistic Minister year’s ago.
Pat & Betty Laughlin
December 20, 2020
My deepest condolences to your Sister, you and the family. I pray for continued strength. Ernestine Marshall.
December 20, 2020
Condolences to Anna and the family. I have fond childhood memories of cousin Andy while visiting Pop Pop, Gram, and Aunt Iz in Philly and N.J. He made a lasting impression. Even though I haven’t seen him in years. I always held him in high regard. The life he lived warranted admiration. Paul “Tommy” Zimmerman, Florida
December 20, 2020
Dear Anna,
Please accept our condolences on Andy’s passing. We are so sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace.
Buzz & Maggie Anspach
December 19, 2020
Anna (aka Raggety Ann), so sorry to hear you lost Andy. Sincerely, Tom Brommer & Pat Donoghue (St. John Newmann Chruch and Hempfield Rec).
December 19, 2020
My sincere condolences to the Boyle family! Mr Boyle was the best manager I ever worked for many years ago at Red Lobster! He was so caring and fun! May his memories live on in your hearts. Susan
December 19, 2020
Dear Anna,
My husband and I now live in Florida but we learned of Andy’s passing and I wanted to extend my heartfelt sympathy to you and your family. You and Andy were a strong presence at Saint John Neumann, especially in your service as Eucharistic minister’s at the 11 AM mass and at Eucharistic adoration, where our paths crossed. I know you will feel terribly lonely without him but take comfort in the knowledge that he is with Jesus, Mary and the saints. Peace be with you and your family.
karen beaver
December 18, 2020
Dear Anna,
I’m so very sorry to hear that your dear husband passed away! I have missed Water Aerobics for awhile now , but surely wish I could give you a hug in person! I will pray for you and your family that you will sense God”s loving care in this time of sadness ! All my love and sympathy to you!
Lois Hershberger, HARC aerobics
December 18, 2020
I have great memories form my days as a Red Lobster server when Mr Boyle was our manager. He had the best sense of humor! My deepest condolences to the Boyle family and all of his loved ones. God Bless.
Dianne Deibler
December 18, 2020
Dear Anna and family; Andy was a wonderful person who always had a smile on his face and I thoroughly enjoyed being with him and you those many times on the altar as Eucharistic Ministers. He will be deeply missed. Our thoughts and prayers of peace are with all of you. Kathy and Dennis Penny
December 18, 2020
We were very sorry to hear about Andy and extend our deepest condolences to Anna and to his entire family. We enjoyed his and Anna’s friendship for many years and also with his wonderful son Dave who helped us so often taking care of our cars. Andy and Anna’s service to our Lord has been constant for many years and, perhaps especially for bringing the gift of the Eucharist to so many hospital patients. Our love and prayers will be with Anna and Andy’s family forever. Denny and Jo Ann McMahon
December 18, 2020
Andy was a great person, a great mentor. Taught me valuable life lessons when we worked together years ago. He will surely be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with the Boyle family.
Zach C
December 18, 2020
So sorry to her of Mr Boyle passing. Will always rember all the fun times at Red lobster.
David Daub
December 18, 2020
So sorry to her of Mr Boyle passing, will always rember all the fun times at Red Lobster .you and your family are in my prayers. My family is going through the same thing.
Dave Daub
December 18, 2020
Dear Anna:
So sorry to read about Andy’s passing. While we were not around Andy that much, however, when we were he always impressed us as being very upbeat and positive. He was an all around good guy. Please know Andy is in our thoughts and prayers.
Hal and Sherrie Erisman
December 18, 2020
Sorry to hear about your great father. All you Boyle children i remember from Martin Mylin; all good looking, good students and great basketball players. Chris. you were the best defensive center i every coached. May your lives reflect the faith you father had in Christ his Savior. Sincerely, Henry Benner: social studies teacher at Martin Meylin.
December 18, 2020
To Aunt Anna and our cousins Terry, Michael Christine and David
Feeling truly blessed to have had Uncle Andy in our lives. May God comfort you and give you peace.
Love,
The Bott Family
December 18, 2020
I remember Andy Boyle as a man of great faith and good humor. Whenever I saw him at St. John Neumann he made me smile. I will miss him at church. He was a friend. May he rest in peace.
Dick Reehling
December 18, 2020
Anna my deepest sympathies to you and your family in this time of loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Phoebe Pardoe
December 18, 2020
Andy Boyle! What a gift!
Dearest Anna and Boyle Family,
Please know that the entire extended Hackett family is heartbroken at the loss of this wonderful man. “Andrew”…who liked to address all of his younger cousins by our formal names and remind us of our place in the family hierarchy…was the heart and soul of West Philadelphia’s Cedar Avenue Hackett family. And we pray with you that he will be lifted by the angels…this very night, to the throne of the Most High. 🕊
December 17, 2020
My deepest sympathies and condolences to your family.
Aimee Collin
December 17, 2020
I can not express the loss we feel. Truly a unique individual and wonderful cousin. It was he who gave my brother and I our first Eagles game tickets back at Franklin Field. @1966. Thank you Andrew
Paul and Karen Hackett
December 17, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Boyle family. Mr. Boyle will be greatly missed. He always made me smile.
Love,
Patty and Matt DiVito
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