Andy Mahoney, died unexpectedly on August 25. Andy–a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend–was devoted not only to his own family, but also to his community. Before retiring, he had been a guidance counselor, teacher, and running coach at Xavier High School and owned a business to help prepare high school students for college.…
Continue ReadingAndy Mahoney, died unexpectedly on August 25. Andy–a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend–was devoted not only to his own family, but also to his community. Before retiring, he had been a guidance counselor, teacher, and running coach at Xavier High School and owned a business to help prepare high school students for college. He saw the best in kids and dedicated himself to helping them succeed.
Andy and Beth, his wife of 37 years, loved traveling to national parks and cities throughout the U.S., as well as Canada, Europe, Peru, and Egypt. They enjoyed walking in the woods, canoeing and kayaking, and watching the animals visit the flowers and pond in their backyard. Most of all, they liked to make each other laugh every day. Andy was a devoted and loving, encouraging father. He was a doting grandfather who planned treasure hunts and wrote books for his grandkids.
Andy is survived by his wife Beth; his children Molly and Tom Sharp, Maggie Mahoney and Dan Sward, Lori and Shane Denil, Bob and Ahnna Mahoney, and Bryan and Kristy Piechocki; his grandchildren Sophie, Sylvie, Crispin, Ezra, Andi, and Bryanna; and his siblings Susan Mahoney, Karen and Pat O’Keeffe, Ann Nemeth, Patrick Mahoney and Maxime Desmarets, and Marianna and Lee Colten. He is preceded in death by his parents Robert and Mary Mahoney, of Niles, Michigan, as well as his brother-in-law Wendell Nemeth and nephew John Nemeth.
Services will be held on Saturday, August 31, 2019, at Xavier High School, 1600 W. Prospect Ave., Appleton. Visitation in the chapel, 11 am – 1 pm. Memorial service in the Fine Arts Theatre, 1 pm.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations either to the Southern Poverty Law Center (splcenter.org) or to support the work of the Congregation of Holy Cross in Peru (https://www.holycrossusa.org/support-our-work/ways-to-give/one-time-gift/).
Robert Strick
left a message on September 25, 2019:
I am so sorry to hear of Andy's sudden passing. My heartfelt condolences to Beth and the family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Burns Family
left a message on September 14, 2019:
Our deepest condolences on the passing of Andy. He was a kind, thoughtful, and caring mentor to our three sons. He was a wonderful counselor and coach who encouraged students to be their best. He will be missed. Eternal Rest Andy.
Kathy Bruns
left a message on September 2, 2019:
Dear Beth, So sorry for your loss. He is in a good place and will be waiting for you no matter how long. He will never be forgotten as he is in all our memories and hearts. God Bless you and your family.
Cindy Measel
left a message on August 31, 2019:
Dear Beth there are no words. Please except my c0ndolances and prayers
Jackie Van Toll
left a message on August 30, 2019:
So sorry about your loss Beth. My deepest sympathy.
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Colleen Jones
left a message on August 30, 2019:
Coach Mahoney was the most influential person in my high school years. He believed in me at times I doubted myself. He inspired me and encouraged me and always knew I could do more than I ever thought. HE was the one who encourage me to go to college. Thank God for people like him. I will never forget when I decided to run my first marathon. Somehow he found out and out of nowhere I saw him on the side of the road, shouting and giving me the extra push like he always did at our cross country meets. What an incredible man full of compassion. He impacted so many lives --- mine included. RIP Mr. Mahoney -- enjoy your eternal life. "For he was a good man, full of faith and brought many to the Lord" - Acts 11:24
Diane Magill
left a message on August 30, 2019:
Dear Beth and Family,
Please accept my condolences in Andy’s passing. It is so hard to lose a loved one, especially unexpectedly. Know that he is with our Lord. God bless and keep you all.
Love your cousins, Diane Magill and Warren Davis
Please accept my condolences in Andy’s passing. It is so hard to lose a loved one, especially unexpectedly. Know that he is with our Lord. God bless and keep you all.
Love your cousins, Diane Magill and Warren Davis
Denise Hames
left a message on August 29, 2019:
I’ve known Andy all my life. He is the big brother of my dearest friend, Marianna. I remember him as someone we all looked up to. I know that this is a tremendous loss to every member of this family. You are all in my thoughts and you all have a place in my fondest memories and in my heart. I send you all my love.
Kathy
left a message on August 29, 2019:
My cross country career was about two months long. I was awful at it but Coach Mahoney let me do my thing and work at it. He was one of the most supportive figures in high school when I was applying to college. He gave me a glowing recommendation to one of the greatest schools (University of Chicago) which I was accepted to and I know that he played an important role in that. I will be donating to SPLC. Live it up in Heaven, Coach Mahoney! You will be missed.
Patrick O and Family
left a message on August 29, 2019:
Uncle Andy,
Sorry to see you go. We will all miss you!
Sorry to see you go. We will all miss you!
Jim Miller
left a message on August 29, 2019:
Andy was a colleague of mine, as we both worked with kids going through the college admission process - he on the high school side and me at colleges/universities. We both have been active within the Wisconsin Association for College Admission Counseling.
Andy was well-respected by all who met him. His genuine caring and positive outlook were blessings to his many friends and colleagues. I am so sorry to say goodbye to him.
Andy was well-respected by all who met him. His genuine caring and positive outlook were blessings to his many friends and colleagues. I am so sorry to say goodbye to him.
Joan Bates 79''
left a message on August 28, 2019:
Such a shock. So sorry for the Mahoney family loss. May you find love, and peace at this time. RIP MR. MAHONEY
Sang Young & Bobbie Brodie
left a message on August 28, 2019:
We really enjoyed your company at gatherings with Bob, Ahn Na, Crispin & Ezra. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. You leave behind a wonderful family and legacy. Love to you and your family.
Anne-Marie (Hoppe) Kislewski
left a message on August 28, 2019:
My heart hurts. Andy, thank you for taking me under your wing as a school counseling intern. Your guidance and support have led me to be the school counselor I am today. I will miss you dearly!
Jon Krueger
left a message on August 28, 2019:
Coach Mahoney was one of many adults that kept me going on the right path. You challenged me in the classroom, on the track, and on the cross country course. You gave a lot to my family. Thank you for all the lessons and memories.
Godspeed Coach.
You are missed
Godspeed Coach.
You are missed
Mary Krueger
left a message on August 28, 2019:
The Krueger Crew is honored and blessed to have known the care and support of Coach Mahoney. Our hearts hurt but we know he continues to cheer us on, push us to do our personal best, run the race, and will greet us at the finish line. Godspeed Coach
Go XCC
Xavier! Xavier!
Go XCC
Xavier! Xavier!
Helen McMullan
left a message on August 28, 2019:
God bless you, Andy. I know you and Mike are watching over the rest of us.
Thank you for your kind example and gentle heart.
Prayers and love for your beautiful family.
Thank you for your kind example and gentle heart.
Prayers and love for your beautiful family.
Jason Derks
left a message on August 28, 2019:
Mr Mahoney was the most influential person through my high school years. He made me a runner and I still run to do this day. His life lessons prepared me for my journey in to life. Words cannot express my sadness!! My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. Love you and RIP Mr Mahoney
Ann Cattau
left a message on August 28, 2019:
I knew Andy as a counselor colleague. I was a counselor in Neenah...enjoyed all our interactions! He was a true professional, but better yet...a great human being! I am so sorry to hear of his unexpected death.
Please know you will be in my
Please know you will be in my
Patricia Schermerhorn
left a message on August 28, 2019:
Our thoughts and prayers go to the Mahoney family. Andy was a great friend and mentor to our children at Xavier. Sincerely, Dick and Pat Schermerhorn
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Sheila Long
left a message on August 28, 2019:
Coach had a knack for showing up at key points in the race cheering us on and knowing just what to say to motivate the team. My favorite quote was at our end-of-season award ceremony "watch these people, because these are going to be the leaders in life." His words are always in my head. Thanks Coach and Rest in Peace.
Katie O'Keeffe-Swank
left a message on August 28, 2019:
Rest in peace Uncle Andy. We all love you.
Patrick Casey
left a message on August 28, 2019:
Andy was a classmate of mine at Holy Cross Seminary on the campus of Notre Dame. He has always been and always will be a leader. He beat me to heaven even! He volunteered to be one of my caregivers for a week following a liver transplant I had in 2014. A man who gave his time, hands and feet, and wonderful heart. He and his wife were to come visit me in Idaho in two weeks! What a shock. He lived a full, dedicated and wholesome life... a model for us all. We will connect again before long.
Mark Jochman
left a message on August 28, 2019:
I went to Xavier high School and I graduated in 1997. Mr. Mahoney was my track coach for all four years and he was also my guidance counselor. He would always talk to me about any problems I had in life.I remember one day that I was running the track at Xavier high School by myself and mr. Mahoney came out and asked me if I was all right and I told him no. He took the time to run with me on the track and talked about my promise. You are a great friend mr. Mahoney and you always be missed.
Carol Denil
left a message on August 28, 2019:
My heart aches for you, Beth, and there are no words that can alleviate your pain at this time.
I know Andy will always be in your heart and you have many wonderful memories of your life together.
I know Andy will always be in your heart and you have many wonderful memories of your life together.
Kimberly Gallo
left a message on August 28, 2019:
The family reunions will not be the same without Uncle Andy. He was a one of a kind and will be greatly missed. Very thankful to him for keeping the family reunions going. He loved his family very much.
Deb and Rick Truyman
left a message on August 27, 2019:
Andy was a great coach and counselorr, always committed to the kids. He was also a good friend during our years at Xavier. Our sympathies and prayers go out his family. Rest in peace, Andy.
Cassie kukich
left a message on August 27, 2019:
Beth, my dear friend, I have not stopped thinking about you and your family. I met Andy a handful of times but the greatest way to know just how amazing of a human he was, was by the way you described him, how your face lit up when you talked about him and how much you clearly loved him. I am so sorry for this loss and can only hope you find healing in time. With all my love.
Ingrid Wolf
left a message on August 27, 2019:
Wonderful man who leaves an awesome legacy...my thoughts + prayers are with his family + friends
Kathy & Mike Bates
left a message on August 27, 2019:
Our thoughts and prayers to his family. Great memories of Andy, and his family, from his days at Xavier. Rest in Peace, Andy.
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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Robert Strick
left a message on September 25, 2019:
I am so sorry to hear of Andy's sudden passing. My heartfelt condolences to Beth and the family. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Burns Family
left a message on September 14, 2019:
Our deepest condolences on the passing of Andy. He was a kind, thoughtful, and caring mentor to our three sons. He was a wonderful counselor and coach who encouraged students to be their best. He will be missed. Eternal Rest Andy.
Kathy Bruns
left a message on September 2, 2019:
Dear Beth, So sorry for your loss. He is in a good place and will be waiting for you no matter how long. He will never be forgotten as he is in all our memories and hearts. God Bless you and your family.
Cindy Measel
left a message on August 31, 2019:
Dear Beth there are no words. Please except my c0ndolances and prayers
Jackie Van Toll
left a message on August 30, 2019:
So sorry about your loss Beth. My deepest sympathy.
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Colleen Jones
left a message on August 30, 2019:
Coach Mahoney was the most influential person in my high school years. He believed in me at times I doubted myself. He inspired me and encouraged me and always knew I could do more than I ever thought. HE was the one who encourage me to go to college. Thank God for people like him. I will never forget when I decided to run my first marathon. Somehow he found out and out of nowhere I saw him on the side of the road, shouting and giving me the extra push like he always did at our cross country meets. What an incredible man full of compassion. He impacted so many lives --- mine included. RIP Mr. Mahoney -- enjoy your eternal life. "For he was a good man, full of faith and brought many to the Lord" - Acts 11:24
Diane Magill
left a message on August 30, 2019:
Dear Beth and Family,
Please accept my condolences in Andy’s passing. It is so hard to lose a loved one, especially unexpectedly. Know that he is with our Lord. God bless and keep you all.
Love your cousins, Diane Magill and Warren Davis
Please accept my condolences in Andy’s passing. It is so hard to lose a loved one, especially unexpectedly. Know that he is with our Lord. God bless and keep you all.
Love your cousins, Diane Magill and Warren Davis
Denise Hames
left a message on August 29, 2019:
I’ve known Andy all my life. He is the big brother of my dearest friend, Marianna. I remember him as someone we all looked up to. I know that this is a tremendous loss to every member of this family. You are all in my thoughts and you all have a place in my fondest memories and in my heart. I send you all my love.
Kathy
left a message on August 29, 2019:
My cross country career was about two months long. I was awful at it but Coach Mahoney let me do my thing and work at it. He was one of the most supportive figures in high school when I was applying to college. He gave me a glowing recommendation to one of the greatest schools (University of Chicago) which I was accepted to and I know that he played an important role in that. I will be donating to SPLC. Live it up in Heaven, Coach Mahoney! You will be missed.
Patrick O and Family
left a message on August 29, 2019:
Uncle Andy,
Sorry to see you go. We will all miss you!
Sorry to see you go. We will all miss you!
Jim Miller
left a message on August 29, 2019:
Andy was a colleague of mine, as we both worked with kids going through the college admission process - he on the high school side and me at colleges/universities. We both have been active within the Wisconsin Association for College Admission Counseling.
Andy was well-respected by all who met him. His genuine caring and positive outlook were blessings to his many friends and colleagues. I am so sorry to say goodbye to him.
Andy was well-respected by all who met him. His genuine caring and positive outlook were blessings to his many friends and colleagues. I am so sorry to say goodbye to him.
Joan Bates 79''
left a message on August 28, 2019:
Such a shock. So sorry for the Mahoney family loss. May you find love, and peace at this time. RIP MR. MAHONEY
Sang Young & Bobbie Brodie
left a message on August 28, 2019:
We really enjoyed your company at gatherings with Bob, Ahn Na, Crispin & Ezra. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. You leave behind a wonderful family and legacy. Love to you and your family.
Anne-Marie (Hoppe) Kislewski
left a message on August 28, 2019:
My heart hurts. Andy, thank you for taking me under your wing as a school counseling intern. Your guidance and support have led me to be the school counselor I am today. I will miss you dearly!
Jon Krueger
left a message on August 28, 2019:
Coach Mahoney was one of many adults that kept me going on the right path. You challenged me in the classroom, on the track, and on the cross country course. You gave a lot to my family. Thank you for all the lessons and memories.
Godspeed Coach.
You are missed
Godspeed Coach.
You are missed
Mary Krueger
left a message on August 28, 2019:
The Krueger Crew is honored and blessed to have known the care and support of Coach Mahoney. Our hearts hurt but we know he continues to cheer us on, push us to do our personal best, run the race, and will greet us at the finish line. Godspeed Coach
Go XCC
Xavier! Xavier!
Go XCC
Xavier! Xavier!
Helen McMullan
left a message on August 28, 2019:
God bless you, Andy. I know you and Mike are watching over the rest of us.
Thank you for your kind example and gentle heart.
Prayers and love for your beautiful family.
Thank you for your kind example and gentle heart.
Prayers and love for your beautiful family.
Jason Derks
left a message on August 28, 2019:
Mr Mahoney was the most influential person through my high school years. He made me a runner and I still run to do this day. His life lessons prepared me for my journey in to life. Words cannot express my sadness!! My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. Love you and RIP Mr Mahoney
Ann Cattau
left a message on August 28, 2019:
I knew Andy as a counselor colleague. I was a counselor in Neenah...enjoyed all our interactions! He was a true professional, but better yet...a great human being! I am so sorry to hear of his unexpected death.
Please know you will be in my
Please know you will be in my
Patricia Schermerhorn
left a message on August 28, 2019:
Our thoughts and prayers go to the Mahoney family. Andy was a great friend and mentor to our children at Xavier. Sincerely, Dick and Pat Schermerhorn
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Sheila Long
left a message on August 28, 2019:
Coach had a knack for showing up at key points in the race cheering us on and knowing just what to say to motivate the team. My favorite quote was at our end-of-season award ceremony "watch these people, because these are going to be the leaders in life." His words are always in my head. Thanks Coach and Rest in Peace.
Katie O'Keeffe-Swank
left a message on August 28, 2019:
Rest in peace Uncle Andy. We all love you.
Patrick Casey
left a message on August 28, 2019:
Andy was a classmate of mine at Holy Cross Seminary on the campus of Notre Dame. He has always been and always will be a leader. He beat me to heaven even! He volunteered to be one of my caregivers for a week following a liver transplant I had in 2014. A man who gave his time, hands and feet, and wonderful heart. He and his wife were to come visit me in Idaho in two weeks! What a shock. He lived a full, dedicated and wholesome life... a model for us all. We will connect again before long.
Mark Jochman
left a message on August 28, 2019:
I went to Xavier high School and I graduated in 1997. Mr. Mahoney was my track coach for all four years and he was also my guidance counselor. He would always talk to me about any problems I had in life.I remember one day that I was running the track at Xavier high School by myself and mr. Mahoney came out and asked me if I was all right and I told him no. He took the time to run with me on the track and talked about my promise. You are a great friend mr. Mahoney and you always be missed.
Carol Denil
left a message on August 28, 2019:
My heart aches for you, Beth, and there are no words that can alleviate your pain at this time.
I know Andy will always be in your heart and you have many wonderful memories of your life together.
I know Andy will always be in your heart and you have many wonderful memories of your life together.
Kimberly Gallo
left a message on August 28, 2019:
The family reunions will not be the same without Uncle Andy. He was a one of a kind and will be greatly missed. Very thankful to him for keeping the family reunions going. He loved his family very much.
Deb and Rick Truyman
left a message on August 27, 2019:
Andy was a great coach and counselorr, always committed to the kids. He was also a good friend during our years at Xavier. Our sympathies and prayers go out his family. Rest in peace, Andy.
Cassie kukich
left a message on August 27, 2019:
Beth, my dear friend, I have not stopped thinking about you and your family. I met Andy a handful of times but the greatest way to know just how amazing of a human he was, was by the way you described him, how your face lit up when you talked about him and how much you clearly loved him. I am so sorry for this loss and can only hope you find healing in time. With all my love.
Ingrid Wolf
left a message on August 27, 2019:
Wonderful man who leaves an awesome legacy...my thoughts + prayers are with his family + friends
Kathy & Mike Bates
left a message on August 27, 2019:
Our thoughts and prayers to his family. Great memories of Andy, and his family, from his days at Xavier. Rest in Peace, Andy.
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