Andrew Jonathan Bronson, of Saint Peters, Missouri, passed away Friday, September 4, 2020 at the age of 21. Beloved son of Laura Bronson (Mike Pacie); treasured grandson of Melissa and Larry Parks; cherished brother of Cassandra (Logan) Braswell, Easter Mae Veloz, and Courtney Bronson (Theo Welch); dear brother-in-law of Ryan Veloz; cherished nephew of Amanda Parks and Christina Parks (Josh Vann); loving uncle of Harlow Veloz and Lincoln Braswell; dearest cousin of River Vann and Ethan Parks; great-grandson of Geneva and the late Rev. A.J. Parks, and Lula (the late Alvin Hall) Kochtanek. Andrew is also survived by his best friend, Jesse Durrwachter.
Andrew had a big heart, was very loving, a very good friend to many. He enjoyed helping others and was always there if you needed him. He had a wonderful sense of humor and liked to make people laugh. He loved his niece, nephew, and cousin and always looked forward to spending time with them.
Andrew had amazing talent, and was an artist of oil painting and writing poetry. He even self-published a book of poetry on Amazon. He was athletic and liked playing sports, especially wrestling and football, and was a great teammate. He was awarded the All-Conference Linebacker for Ft. Zumwalt East Lions, and made it to college on a football scholarship. Andrew also went to State with his wrestling team three different years.
Andrew will be remembered for his loving heart, great smile, and dynamic personality. He was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
Memorial contributions may be made in Andrew's name to Brain & Behavior Research Foundation or National Alliance for Mental Illness.
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