Andrew Dannenbring
September 22, 1988 ~ November 10, 2016
Andrew Lee Dannenbring, 28, of De Smet, passed away Thursday, November 10, 2016 at Avera McKennan Hospital in Sioux Falls.
Mass of Christian Burial was held at 10:30 a.m., Monday, November 14, 2016 at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in De Smet. Burial followed at St. Thomas Cemetery, De Smet. Visitation was held from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., Sunday, November 13, 2016 with a 5:30 p.m. prayer service, all at the church.
Andrew Lee was born September 22, 1988 in De Smet, SD to Lon and Carmen (Luze) Dannenbring. He graduated from De Smet High School in 2008.
Growing up Andrew enjoyed playing on the farm with the animals, especially his bulldog, Millie. He enjoyed attending sporting events, playing video games, like World of Warcraft, and watching television, anime was a favorite, with his friends. He greatly enjoyed his family trip to Florida to see Walt Disney World and seeing the ocean.
Andrew, beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend leaves to mourn his passing, his mother, Carmen Dannenbring of De Smet; brothers, Adam (Tasha) Dannenbring of Rapid City and Alex Dannenbring (Rachael Moeller) of De Smet; sister, Ann (Brandon) Bunker of Arlington; six nephews and nieces; best friend, Jordan Purintun; and a host of relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his father, Lon Dannenbring; his grandparents, Leslie and Norma Dannenbring and Joseph and Carmen Luze; his uncles, Lee Dannenbring and Vincent Luze; and his aunt Lisa Luze.
Andrew was greatly loved by the people his life touched; his classmates, his Prince of Peace family, his MDA friends, and most of all his family.
Luze Funeral Home of Highmore has been entrusted with Andrew’s arrangements.
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Carmen and family. We are so sorry to hear about Andrew. He will be missed by many. I always liked his Facebook comments, his point of view on a wide range of subjects and his sense of humor. We never had the chance to know him well but sure saw some of his dad in him. They are together now in peace. Please know we are thinking of you all and keeping you in our prayers. Les and Diane
Our deepest condolences of our cousin Andrew’s passing. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Sharon Miller Tazewell and Family (Terry Miller’s daughter and Rita Handel’s granddaughter)
Carmen & family, Our sympathy to you at this most difficult time.
Carmen we are so sad to hear the news about Andrew. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Lots of hugs for you.
I am so sorry that your family has lost someone so loved. Hopefully the love you share will pull you through this very sad time.
There are no words to express how sorry Marv and I are at the loss of your son, Andy.
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We were very sorry to hear of Andrew’s passing but know that he is at rest now and can visit with his Dad, Grandparents, Uncle and Great Uncles. Andrew impressed me from our first meeting in DeSmet for Larry and my first Hein-Rademacher family reunion. From that time forward, I remember him smiling. In my mind he was one of the strongest individuals I have encountered and met adversity full on. He was a true testament to the strength and love that the Dannenbrings possess. We feel blessed that our paths crossed and thank god that he is at peace. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Elena and Larry Rippe
Andrew had great spirit and energy. Loved watching him cruise the hallway and joking with us. As a PT, I so respect what you all have done for Andrew to give him a life that was full of love and support. Miss him every time I’m a APOP.