Andrew Perez Aranguren
January 3rd, 1988 - Saturday, December 14th, 2019
It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our son Andrew Steven Perez Aranguren at the age of 31. Deeply loved and cherished by his parents Diriel Perez and Carmen Jackeline Aranguren. Sadly, missed by his siblings Karen, Valentina, Jeisson and step-sisters Lina and Gaby. Treasured grandson of Alberto Aranguren and Carlina Agudelo. Loved nephew of both families Aranguren Rodriguez and Perez Agudelo along with many cousins. Andrew Steven (Andrew) will be fondly remembered and dearly missed by his parents, siblings, all his cousins and friends.
Andrew was a wonderful soul, that will always live within us. While his physical body may not be here with us, his true self will forever surround our lives. His sudden departure does not define who he was; we know he was so much more than what he had shown us so far, and had many goals and aspirations to live out through us.
Andrew was the kind of soul that found beauty in everyday life; his contagious laugh and quirky smile conveyed his happiness, with no need for words, and despite his prolonged silence, we respect his decisions in life.
He managed to show us the true meaning of “leading by example” and was a determined individual that succeeded in the many goals he set his mind to. His rightfulness to not stray from the correct path was evident by how he carried his personal convictions. Andrew showed his artistic passions such as his love for music, his keen vision for nature and unparalleled work ethic.
Andrew’s life will remain full of many wonderful souls including his many colleagues, peers, gaming friends, and newly-kindled friendships that he felt comfortable with and touched throughout his short life.
Andrew’s body is one of the many examples of what our temporary transition through this stage in our lives we are. We are each passengers living on borrowed time. We, as a world community, have a moral responsibility to look after each other as brother and sisters. We must remain strong for our fellow brothers and sisters and open up our hearts to each other; even if we are total strangers, we are all human beings.
We know his passage through this world has not gone in vain. His departure has given us a totally new outlook on how we lead our current lives. We hope there are going to be many reflections within our community about how to better show compassion towards those misunderstood within our society.
Andrew Steven, you are an amazing human being, full of many wonders and thoughts. We will never forget you; we will never stop holding your hand, and we will always love you. We know Andrew is in God’s kingdom and glory and is accompanied by all of His angels; he will care and watch over us from the skies above.
A Celebration of Life Mass will be held on Saturday, December 21, 2019 at St. Paul's Catholic Church (1305 Main Street S Airdrie, Alberta T4B 1C5) at 5:00 pm.
To view and share photos, condolences and stories of Andrew please visit www.choicememorial.com. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Choice Memorial Cremation & Funeral Services (403) 277-7343.
Con profunda tristeza anunciamos el repentino fallecimiento de nuestro hijo Andrew Steven Perez Aranguren a la edad de 31 años. Profundamente amado y apreciado por sus padres Diriel Perez y Carmen Jackeline Aranguren. Tristemente extrañado por sus hermanos Karen, Valentina, Jeisson and step-sisters Lina and Gaby. Amado nieto de Alberto Aranguren y Carlina Agudelo. Amado sobrino de las familias Aranguren Rodriguez y Perez Agudelo. Andrew será siempre recordado con cariño y extrañado por todos sus primos, primas y amigos.
Andrew es un alma maravillosa, viviendo dentro de nosotros. Si bien su cuerpo físico no esta ya aquí, su verdadera esencia rodeará para siempre nuestra vida cotidiana. La repentina e inesperada partida no define quién es él; sabemos que es mucho más de lo que nos mostró hasta ahora y sus metas y aspiraciones siempre viviran a través de nosotros. Andrew encontraba belleza en la cotidianidad; su peculiar y contagiosa risa reflejaban felicidad sin necesidad de palabras, y a pesar de su prolongados silencios respetamos sus decisiones.
Andrew Logró mostrarnos el verdadero significado de "liderar con ejemplo" y fue un ser determinado al éxito en cada meta que puso en su mente. Su rectitud por el camino correcto fue evidente por la forma en que llevo sus convicciones personales. Andrew mostro sus pasiones artísticas como su amor por la música, su aguda visión por la naturaleza y su inigualable responsabilidad por el trabajo.
Su existencia siempre estará llena de seres maravillosos, incluyendo sus colegas, compañeros, amigos de juegos y amistades recién encendidas que fueron atraidas con su maravillosa energía.
El cuerpo de Andrew es uno de los muchos ejemplos de lo que significa ser solo unos pasajeros de esta vida y vivimos cada dia sin saber cuando sera el ultimo. Nosotros, como comunidad mundial, tenemos la responsabilidad moral de cuidar el uno del otro como hermanos y hermanas., y abrir nuestros corazones el uno al otro; incluso si somos totales extraños, todos somos seres humanos.
Sabemos que su paso por este mundo no ha sido en vano. Su partida nos ha dado una perspectiva totalmente nueva sobre cómo llevamos nuestra vida actual. Esperamos hayan muchas reflexiones dentro de nuestra comunidad de cómo mostrar mejor compasión hacia las personas incomprendidas dentro de nuestra sociedad.
Andrew Steven, eres un ser humano increíble, lleno de muchas maravillas y pensamientos. Nunca te olvidaremos; nunca dejaremos de tomar tu mano y por siempre te amaremos. Sabemos que Andrew Steven ya está en la Gloria y el Reino de Dios acompañado por todos sus angeles; Desde los Cielos él cuidará de nosotros por siempre.
To view and share photos, condolences and stories of Andrew please visit www.choicememorial.com. Arrangements entrusted to the care of Choice Memorial Cremation & Funeral Services (403) 277-7343.