HARTFORD – Andre E. Duval II, 54, of Hartford, passed away on Friday, February 17, 2017, at Glens Falls Hospital, after a tragic medical emergency. He was surrounded by family and friends, who couldn’t help but fill the room with stories of what an amazing, generous, hilariously funny, and truly one-of-a-kind man he was.
Born April 4, 1962, at Glens Falls Hospital, Andy was the son of Carole and the late Andre Duval. He took care of his parents for years as their neighbor, and when Carole moved he was sure to call her nightly because he was her “Puddin’ Pop.”
Growing up with Andy was quite the adventure, as can be attested by his siblings, Nancy Archambault (husband, Mike), Tammy Goodspeed (husband, Tom) and Mike Duval (wife, Wendy).
His wife Linda (Sipowicz) was absolutely, without a doubt, the love of his life. Andy and Linda were high school sweethearts, together since the age of 15, and married for 36 years. Many said they were too young and would never make it, but they proved their love was everlasting. They laughed, hugged, kissed and held hands together daily. They were the definition of soulmates and it was evident by all who knew them. Together their love created the pride and joy of Andy’s life, his two children and four grandchildren.
His daughter, Angelia Abbott (husband, Stephen) was his “Baby Girl.” His son, Corey Duval (wife, Lindsay) was his “Goobie.” He would never end a phone call or a visit with his kids without saying “love ya.” His love and support as a father was constant and unwavering.
Andy’s favorite past time was being with his grandkids: Nicholas, Hope, Chase and Liam. Poppie, as his grandkids called him, would feed them marshmallows and candy bars and had DVR’d special shows just for them. He had just started building a V-8 model engine with his best-buddy Nicholas. Nicholas and Hope were fortunate enough to live next door to their Poppie, so they could go over and visit him every day. He always looked forward to visits with his twin boys, Chase and Liam.
Crazy Uncle Andy was the FAVORITE uncle to all of his nieces and nephews; especially his god-daughter, Renee Archambault.
Andy worked at Saint-Gobain in Granville for 31-years. He was a dedicated, hardworking and opinionated employee. He had many friends, but closest over the years were Cliff Batease and Gary Prevost.
A true family man, Andy would do anything for those he loved and he treated everyone like family. He was always giving, always offering to help. Anyone that knew Andy loved him, and it was known that the party didn’t start until Andy arrived, because he was the party.
He loved cooking on his grills and making enough food to send people home with leftovers that would last a week. Anyone who’s ever eaten at his cookouts knows how great his food was and it will definitely be missed every summer.
In lieu of flowers, Andy’s family asks that you do an unexpected and unsolicited act of kindness for an unfortunate soul in his name.
All are welcome to gather with the family at the Hartford Firehouse on Route 40 in Hartford, for a celebration of Andy’s life this Sunday, February 26 from 1-4pm.
Arrangements are under the care of Carleton Funeral Home, Inc. at 68 Main Street in Hudson Falls.