August 15, 1962 - November 18, 2018
Andrew “Andy” Ward Beyel, of Richfield, Minnesota was born on August 15, 1962, and passed away unexpectedly on November 18th, 2018 in his home.
Andy is preceded in death by father, Howard Beyel and his mother, Marilyn Beyel. He is survived by his wife of 24 years, Lynn; son, Daniel; daughter, Rachel; his cat, Kitty or Mittens; half-sister, Kathy Beyel; step-sisters, Jessica Johnson and Erica Johnson, and step-mother, Charlene Beyel. Andy was a goofy and loving father, husband, coach, community member, and most importantly friend to everyone.
Andy loved sports, especially baseball. He was a Mets, Yankees, and Twins fan but you could throw any game on, and he would sit, watch it and discuss it without any hesitation. Andy was a Richfield graduate, Graduating from Richfield Senior High School in 1980. Andy has always been a part of the Richfield community and to most, was known as “Coach”. He coached his son, Daniel in baseball, football, and basketball throughout his youth. He also coached his Daughter, Rachel in softball. Andy took so much pride in his marriage and in his children, he was the ultimate family man.
Memorials preferred.
Memorial Service
Saturday, January 12, 2019
1:00 PM
Morris Nilsen Funeral Chapel
6527 Portland Ave. S.
Richfield, MN 55423
Visitation
Saturday, January 12, 2019
12:00-1:00 PM
Morris Nilsen Funeral Chapel
6527 Portland Ave. S.
Richfield, MN 55423
He will be greatly missed !!
So very sorry for your loss. He was a lovely man, and was so kind and giving. He will be remembered fondly.
David, Cindy, Nate Abbe
My heart and thoughts go out to Andy’s family. A huge loss.
Andy always had a smile on his face and brought a warm energy to every situation. Tijani lived having Andy as a coach, and I enjoyed getting to know the Beyel family as friends. He was a wonderful man and a great member of the Richfield community.
So very sad to hear this news! Sorry for you loss. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tim, Marykay, Jeff and Greg Alexson
So sad to hear this, best wishes to the family. Andy will always be one of my favorite co-worker, T-2300
(Richfield Target) will always miss his positive attitude and great friend to all…
We will miss him! He was an amazing man with such a great sense of humor. We have been so lucky to have him as our neighbor.
Lisa and John Thole
My heart and prayers go out to Lynn and the Family.
Lynn I’m so sorry. Love and hugs for your family❤️
I just found this by accident. I am saddened to say the least. Have not seen Andy in years. Used to play softball with Andy and his Dad. Those were fun days. I hope his family is doing well. I am sure he is missed. He was such a great guy. Best wishes for his family!
Andy was my best friend in high school. I just saw this. He was always happy and joking around. We made a lot of happy memories. I still have a wrench that was his which was engraved with his initials in my toolbox. So sad to hear about this. He really was a good man.