Andrew "Andy" John Hollibush
October 17, 1929 - February 22, 2014
Obituary
HOLLIBUSH, ANDREW JOHN “ANDY”
MADISON – Andrew John “Andy” Hollibush, age 84, of Madison, died peacefully on Saturday, Feb. 22, 2014, at Harmony Assisted Living in McFarland. He was born on October 17, 1929, the son of Orris Hollibush and Anamae (Jones) Dobbs. Andy graduated from Evansville High School in 1947. He served in the Wisconsin National Guard 32nd Infantry. Andy worked at the Diocese of Madison for over 50 years before retiring in 2009. Andy married Ann Mary O’Brien in 1953. He had a love for training others at his gym for many years and was an avid gardener. Andy is survived by his children, Cynthia (Jim) Andrews of Blue Mound, Wis., Mary (John) Scott of Waukesha, Wis., Anna Mattioli of Waunakee, Wis., Beverly (Jeff) Kluth of Renton, Wash., Patricia Hollibush of Belleville, Wis., Joan Hollibush of Madison, Wis., Edward (Cheryl) Hollibush of Madison, Wis. and Andrew Hollibush of Madison, Wis.; thirteen grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; three sisters, Mary Zimmer, Helen Aldrich and Pat Schneider; and several nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, and great-great-nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his mother; father; and two brothers, David and Marvin. Services will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, at 11 a.m. on Saturday, March 1, 2014, with Father Gary Wankerl presiding. Burial will be held at Maple Hill Cemetery in Evansville. Visitation will be held at the funeral home from 9 a.m. until the time of the service on Saturday. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
Events
Visitation
Sat Mar 1, 2014 @ 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Madison • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
Service
Sat Mar 1, 2014 @ 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM CDT
Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care - Madison • 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, WI 53716
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Memories
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Arnie and Mary C. Hatlen
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In memory of Andy,
Andy seemed to me to be a Brother and not a brother in law. Arnie and I are saddened by his death but remember that he believed in a heavenly life. He worked hard to provide for his family and during most of his life he faithfully performed a Corporal Work of Mercy by burying other families loved ones. We believe he looked for the 'better in life and not the bitter'.
Love, Mary Clare and Arnie Hatlen
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Tony J
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Just got the news this morning. Andy Hollibush was one of the best guys I've ever known. He was so good to everyone and really looked out for us younger guys who worked out and trained at his gym. Andy had a phenomenal sense of humor, and I'm smiling as I write this, just remember all the great times and laughter we had. Over the years I would run into Andy at the Hardware store on Midvale,...and he would light up the place there too! Andy was a good friend and a good man. We'll all miss him very much.
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Kriss
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When I think of your Dad, I remember his great personality and quick wit, which he had given to his children... I'm thinking of you all, Love Kriss
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Dan Johnson
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My thoughts and condolences to the Hollibush family on the loss of a truly great man.. Like many others, Andy allowed me into his gym and life many years ago, and I'm a better person for knowing him. His quick wit and welcoming smile made us scrawny kids feel like a part of something special at the old gym. I haven't seen him in years, but will never forget him. Rest in peace, Horse...you will be missed by many.
JK
Jeff Kluth
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I had the good fortune to meet and spend time with Andy in the 80s when Bev and I got together.. He was always a cheerful, positive guy and we had some great times together..I remember his gym and even worked out there a few times.. We will always miss and remember him..
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Bev
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Dad, in 1971 while you were in Washington DC at a conference you mailed me a postcard with the statute of Lincoln on it. If you remember it your note was: “Willie, the statue sits like you do when you have a bug in a certain place. I suppose you’re still making the days pass by quickly for everyone with your peculiar wit and charm. Love Dad.” Okay, I laughed about that for a long time and still have that card. Do you remember the time when one of the cats pooped in your work boot? That was funny huh? The love affair Kelsey had with your leg? You had such a way with animals!
Through the years I’ve missed our verbal banter - especially those times where we would compete to see who could make teenage Cindy laugh the hardest by roasting each other. You are one of a kind and that has always made me proud. I hope I’m not offending anyone who may read this - Jeff never understood what we were talking about - I know you’re getting a kick out of it. I love you always.