Gerardi, Andrew

Andrew J. Gerardi, 38, of Columbia, CT died unexpectedly at home on Sunday, May 1, 2022. Born in Vernon, CT, he was the son of Robert and Doreen (Colburn) Gerardi.

Following graduation from Rockville High School, he enlisted in the Marine Corp where he honorably served his country from 2002 to 2006 as a Communication Specialist. During his time in the Marines, Andrew quickly rose to Lance Corporal through several Meritorious Promotion Boards due to his leadership and character. LCpl Gerardi bravely defended our nation while serving in Iraq soon after the events of 9-11. While stationed in Iraq, he, along with just two others, were tasked to update and reroute all telecommunication and Data Cat-5 lines that supported all communications for Forward Operations Base in Al Qa'im, Iraq.

After his time in the Marine Corp, Andrew moved back to Connecticut and established roots in Columbia. Working across the state as a service technician for various security, cable, and internet providers over the last 15 years. Truly loving what he did, Andrew excelled

in each role he had.

When not working, he would enjoy the outdoors as much as possible. Fishing and snowboarding were two of his main passions.

In addition to his parents (Robert and Doreen), Andrew is survived by his brother, Timothy Gerardi and his wife Amanda of Pembroke, NH, along with their two children, his niece Megan, and nephew Michael (he loved both deeply). Andrew is also survived by an amazing extended family of Aunts, Uncles, and Cousins that loved and cared for him very much.