Andy was an inspiration to the foundry industry. His knowledge on thermal reclamation of alkaline phenolic sand systems was second to none. His team working skills enabled key manufacturers to overcome technical challenges. In 1997 we achieved the Doncaster Business award for technical innovation. This would not have been possible without the dedic...more

I remember asking Andy if he would like to join Ashland, I attended a meeting at BCIRA, Andy presented a paper which was mature and technically astute. I was very pleased when he agreed, I think that would have been 1984/85. I never had any reason to regret my invitation to join us, his track record with the company speaks for its self.

I worked with Andrew for so many years while with Ashland. He was a colleague and friend. I learned so much from him. During our trips to China, Japan, Brazil, Russia, Sweden or wherever our journey took us it was always an enjoyable adventure. If it was a trade show, a training seminar or an after hours sip of whiskey it was always a learning expe...more

I met Andi for the first time around 1990 when he was madly in love with Jackie and the two of them started that great family. Ever since really enjoyed meeting him mostly at several fun and not so fun FAMILY EVENTS I loved his - great sense of sarcastic humor - great parenting skills despite or maybe exactly because of skill number 1 - enthusi...more

I was a work colleague of Andrew and shared the same office for several years, both on the management team. He would always, willingly, share his vast wealth of knowledge, not only in the industry we worked, but in all manner of subjects. He had strong beliefs and ethics in life and I admired these attributes in him. Andrew was an extremely confide...more

I knew Andy through work.He and I traveled a lot together around the world. He was a very intelligent guy who was very well respected by many. I learnt a lot from Andy over the years and had so many funny moments. From the time I got stopped with sand samples in my holdall by customs in Portugal. The sand looked like something illegal ... the imag...more

I was a colleague of Andy's going back many years to the Ashland days. I spent some time with Andy when I first started travelling to Europe and many times to the UK which was a great experience for me. Andy was a true professional and well respected by all. Everyone knew if you needed an answer he was the guy to go to. Incredibly talented at what ...more

I knew Andrew since 2005 when started to work for Ashland. He was one of the best men, very intelligent and yes, his sense of humor was a bit different. I learned a lot from him and not only about the work we did. Sad that he passed away that early.

I only got to know Andy & Jacqui through Worcester Warriors Dementia cafe. I could see that Andy was an active person & it was such a shame that I didn't know him before he became ill. Loving thoughts to Jacqui & all family on this sad loss. Xxx

Sending you all our love at this very sad and difficult time. The Stephens'

Our thoughts are with you and your family at this time. Although Dewi didn't know Andy for long, he certainly made a big impression on him.

I’ve known Andy for over 30 years and first met him when I joined Ashland back in 1989. He was hard working and good at what he did helping the team of technical sales guys ( as that’s what we were called at the time) get the best out of the products Ashland were selling into the casting industry. We worked extensively together in the UK, Hungary a...more

Sorry for the loss of Andy such a great man your family and friends will miss you greatly

For the past few years I have had the honour of accompanying Andy on walks around the countryside. Always with camera in hand, snapping away, we walked the Staffs and Worcester canal, sometime passed by Ellie on her fitness campaign. We then walked sections of the Severn, photographing the steam train, then onto N.T. properties and numerous villa...more

I only knew Andy and Jackie from the various Dementia groups we attended. It was a pleasure to get to know Andy even in his difficulties with communication. I only wish we had got to know him earlier before his illness. I shall miss him greatly. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Jackie and the family xxx

Looking back at photos together has reminded us of many happy times. Andy had many interests and was a perfectionist who could turn his hand to anything. He would often pick challenges that were well out of the reach of most people, but his determined nature meant that this did not discourage him. He was a formula 1 enthusiast and Roger and he had...more

I knew Andy for many years through work, always a delight to see him and I always knew when he visited that we would have a thorough in depth explanation and the full technical details. His knowledge unsurpassed, he was a "go to" person for my many questions on product technical specifications and use. After business was over Andy was always up for...more

Andy was one of the nice guys in the Foundry Supply business. He knew his products and always wanted what was best for the Customer - not what he was told to sell. Thinking of happier times. RIP

The foundry industry will sadly miss Andy. A great guy and always very helpful.

Way too early Andy. Sadly mssed.

I have known Andy since 1990 when I started at Ashland, a friend and colleague with a good sence of humour. Will be sadly missed.

Miles and I got to know Andy through Jackie and the children when they were at the same school. He was always friendly, and he had a very dry sense of humour, when I knocked the door for Jackie once he opened it and said "I've killed her", only when he saw my face, did he break into a smile. Andy was very knowledgeable on many subjects, and Miles...more

Having known Andy for many years I’m very saddened to learn of his death and want to express my most sincere sympathies to the family. Andy was highly valuable and respected by many foundrymen. Andy was always willing to help and assist in solving problems which arise within the foundry industry. Many of us in the business of manufacturing quality...more

Andy will be sadly missed by all who knew him. A quiet private man.

I’ve know Andy for a very long time, and, whilst he and I were on opposite sides, I had a great deal of respect for him as a person and his technical prowess. It was a very sad loss to the Foundry Industry when he retired. My thoughts are with his family.

We have been friends with Andy since our children were little. He was devoted to his family, an amazing diy expert and good company. His wry sense of humour and offbeat views on life and literature were always entertaining and interesting. We will remember him fondly.

Always arrived with a smile and left with a hand-shake. A gentleman of the Foundry Industry _ rest in Peace

Andy was very knowledgeable and was my 'go to' person on technical matters around sand binders. Always so helpful too and pleased to share his knowledge - presenting to so may of the ICME branches, and the first to offer to help when ICME started to develop its short courses. So many people in the industry today will have benefited from his w...more

Andy was a great colleague and friend and was so funny in so many ways. My dealings with him often concerned the HMRC tax inspector for whom he had a far more colourful turn of phrase. As you can guess I was always wrong and he always paid them too much. It was a pleasure to having known worked with Andy for 30 years and as many have said he will b...more

A great boss and a great friend who deserved more retirement years.

Andy's ability to share his knowledge and competence with others in our industry has been a great help to many in the foundry sector over the years. I have a great deal of respect for his attitude - he was always willing to offer advice and guidance in person and through the many quality technical papers and articles he has written for Foundry Tra...more

Dear Jackie, Ellie and Alex, Heather and I were very sad to hear from Andy, that Andy had passed away. Andy has kept us updated, we know it has been very difficult for you and the family trying to deal with a loved one with dementia. I also remember your brother’s stag party, I remember Andy flying round the karting track whilst I was almost last....more

So sorry to hear of the passing of a truly great lad. First met Andy way back in 1982 - that's two years before I knew what Resins were ! We met in Birmingham at a foundry function - and that evening he was largely responsible for introducing me to the world of Red Wine. 7 years later - our paths crossed again when the company I was then working...more

I was saddened to read today of the death of Mr Resin bonded sand. Andy was a gentleman and was always willing to help when i had a problem whither it was due to sand or metallurgy. Andy was a friend to George Taylor (Hamilton)Ltd I am sure he will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Kind regards, Willie Howson

Thinking of Andrew and his family sending our love ❤️ x