In Loving Memory
Andrew passed away from complications of Shwachman-Diamond Syndrome (SDS) in 2012 at just three months old. He had a very severe manifestation of SDS and didn't have a single "easy" day. He fought to to live all his life to live, and is dearly missed by his family every single day.
From Andrew's obituary:
After months of fighting, Andrew Bryan Lillywhite, 3 and a half months, returned to his Father in Heaven, while in the loving arms of his parents on Friday, October 19, 2012, at 11:28 a.m., in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Surrounded by family, this beloved child left our world of pain and is now an angel at peace, watching over his family and awaiting the day when they will be reunited in Heaven. Andrew was born on July 1, 2012, at 8:04 a.m., weighing 7 lbs. 5 oz. and 19 in. long. He had blue eyes and beautiful blonde hair. Andrew had a sweet smile and personality. He loved to be cuddled and held by his family. Andrew's journey on earth was short but he made an impact on countless lives all over the world.