Andrew James "Andy" Herr
May 27, 1967 ~ June 22, 2021
Andrew James “Andy” Herr, 54, of Indianapolis, passed away of June 22, 2021 after a long and courageous battle with kidney disease. Andy was born in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on May 27, 1967 to the late Joseph N. and Harriet A. (Panyard) Herr.
Andy graduated from Grafton High School. Following his graduation, he went on to attend University of Wisconsin- Madison where he graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Economics.
Andy had a deeply rooted faith in Catholicism. He grew up in the Catholic faith. In his adult life, he was a member of Nativity Catholic Church where he was very active in his parish community.
His faith, family, and friends were of the upmost importance to Andy. He loved deeply and cared for everyone around him. Andy was strong-willed, but in the best way. He will be remembered for his faith in God and love of those he leaves behind.
Andrew was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Harriet, and his nephew, Logan Herr.
Survivors include his beloved wife, Susan Herr; siblings, Joseph G. (Lauren) Herr and Katherine “Katie” (Dan) Morgan; nephews, Brian Petranch and Brett Morgan; in-laws; a host of aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family members, coworkers, and friends.
Andy’s Life Celebration® visitation will be held on Monday, June 28, 2021 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Nativity Catholic Church, 7225 Southeastern Avenue, Indianapolis, Indiana 46239. The Mass of Christian Burial will follow the visitation beginning at 1:00 PM on Monday in the church. Please visit www.ORileyFuneralHome.com to sign the online guest registry.
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“Dear Susan, Joey & Katie & all your families, Andy will remain in our hearts forever. Our thoughts & Prayers are with you.
My deepest sympathy
Sending love and strength to your entire family during this difficult time. We will hold memories of Andy close in our hearts, forever.
One of my favorite memories of Andy was after my father’s funeral, Andy called and said they were organizing a gathering at a bar. When I told him I hadn’t slept in 36 hours, he said “ok Aunt Lolita, we’re going to party at your hotel”. How could I say no? He turned a tough time into a happy family memory because he got us all together. He had the best time keeping everyone dancing and showing off because he was dancing with the prettiest girls in the bar, all who happened to be his cousins.
Andy I will miss your uncanny sense of humor so much. You never failed to make me laugh. Sleep well my friend.
Andy left us with many wonderful memories. He will be missed. Love, Uncle Wayne & Aunt Grace, Julie &Peter, Bonnie&Jesse
One of my favorite memories as a kid was when Joey, Katie, Andy my brother Joey and I spent all afternoon in Grandma and Grandpa’s basement game room practicing our air band then we went up stairs gathered all the adults seated them on the stairs and sang our hearts out. We knew like three lines of four different songs but we rocked those three lines with our imaginary guitars, drums and mics like nobodies business.
In this time of sadness and grief, I pray the memories of Andy will help heal your hearts.
Susan and all Herr family, We are truly saddened by the loss of Andy. Our friendship was very special. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
My sincere sympathy,
Our thoughts, prayers, and hearts are with you. With love, the Beard Family, the Paynter Family, and the Richardson Family
Love is the Answer and all our Love for You continues beyond Time and Space Stay in His Blessing Place! Love Aunt Sarah Amy and Melissa
Too many memories to list them all here but some of the highlights; Dungeons & Dragons in the Rabas’ basement, never ending games of Risk in the garage, building lego cars and racing them down the driveway, soccer, football in the Smiths’ backyard, baseball in the neighborhood park, games of Sheepshead during lunch at GHS, poker at the Tinders, visiting him at Madison when I was only in HS, road trips to visit Bryan. I’ll miss his posts on the latest mistakes of the Federal Reserve and monetary policy and being able to text about Badger football. He was one of a kind and a true and dear friend. Say hi to Bryan for me and save a seat at the gaming table.