I would like to share with you the obituary that was written by our sister Colleen: Connie Jean Andrews, beautiful, strong willed, sarcastic, life-loving mother of three, left us grieving for her in the early morning hours of February 21, 2010. Born in West Palm Beach, FL on December 24, 1977, our Christmas blessing and the baby of our family – and, yes, another girl - left a huge void when she stepped out of this world and into her heavenly reward at the age of 32. Connie had 3 amazing children, each one a perfect little piece of her. Emily, 8, is exactly the same as her mother at that age. Emily is beautiful, loving, talented and headstrong, just like Connie always was. She has a heart of gold and a diva attitude – make momma proud, baby. Garrett, 4, is the representation of Connie’s soft and quiet side, though you didn’t see that much in Connie. She definitely had one. His sweetness and kindness are appreciated by those around him. Just don’t make him mad. And Connor, 2, is her little fighter. He fought her battle with her from the moment she was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2007. She was pregnant with him at the time, and she had to have chemo during those months. Connor’s zest for life is amazing, and his strength mirrors that of his mother. Keep that spirit going strong, Peanut! Connie, we will protect them, love them unconditionally and help raise them to the best of our abilities. Connie’s sisters are heartbroken at her death. Colleen, Carolyn, Cristin and Cathryn are left here to carry on her memory and ensure her children never forget how much their mother loved them. Our hearts are heavy. We were prepared to fight the long battle with you, Connie, but God decided you were too precious for that pain and took you unexpectedly. We will treasure each and every memory of you. Your trademark “Andrews” sarcastic sense of humor lifted our spirits and the spirits of the many, many people you touched throughout your life. It is what we hear the most – your wit kept many from feeling sorry for you because you just wouldn’t allow it. Your faith kept you strong as well. We know you were prepared for this moment, even if we weren’t. Connie’s parents, Tim and Emily, have been her rock throughout her fight. They helped her through every step of the process and loved her with all of their hearts and souls. Their faith in God kept Connie positive and strong, and that faith carried her through until the end. They are comforted by the knowledge that Connie is safe in the arms of heaven. Another important part of Connie’s family is her best friend, Kelly Muir. Kelly is, was, and always will be another member of our family through her close, life-long relationship with Connie. Even though they were far apart, their inseparable bond made Kelly the equivalent of the sixth Andrews sister. We will always treasure her as such. Connie leaves behind many, many family members, friends and acquaintances, some who only knew and loved her through her fight and the challenges with which she was presented, others who stood staunchly by her side to fight with her. Please know that Connie loved and appreciated every one of you. She wants us all to remember the good times and celebrate her life instead of mourning her death. She is a guardian angel to all of us and our lives are undeniably better for having her in them. Fly to the angels, Connie. Your life was a blessing that none of us will ever take for granted. Wake is Wednesday 5-7pm and Funeral 10 am at Shrine of the True Cross Church in Dickinson, TX