My ABSOLUTE best friend; EVER.!.  / Alexis Rudd (Sister)

Andrea was GREAT!! Of course we had our moments, but we loved each other so much. I know I should have wrote this a long time ago, but ... it makes it so much more real. We were together so much. We even lived together when she was taken from us. She did so well. Andrea was an honor student. She graduated with honors while raising my nephew, Austin.  We went through a lot when we were young, yet none of that seemed to affect her. She had so much drive and motivation. If I could pick someone to be like, it would definetly be my Onry (Andrea). She excelled at almost everything she did. As a daughter: she made you proud. As a sister: she acted like a mother, friend, and protector. As a mother: she provided, taught, loved, and watched over her babies. As a friend: she was there when you needed her, and even if you didn't. As a person she would bring a smile to your face and lite up a room. Andrea had a bubbly outgoing personality. There is so much moere I could say and talk about, but I think I'll save that for next time. My sister IS my Best Friend; and she is so loved and missed that it's hard just to write about her. Until I can write more.... Kisses to my Onry!!! -Alexis Marie

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The last time.....  / Amy Margolis (Friend)
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I do miss you  / Amy McCubbin (Friend)
Andrea was an awesome person I first met her working together at gc services. I will never forget Andrea for the person she was. I remember when I started working back at ocharleys she waved at me and remembered me even though I had not seen her in quite a few years. Even though Andrea and I never really hung out much after work we had a good friendship when we did work together I will miss Andrea and my thoughts and prayers are with her family and children always. Close

never got to say goodby  / Edward Park (Friend)
I have known Onry for a long time. I went to fulton high with her and i am real good friends with Alexis and her family .She was the nicest person I have ever had the privledge to meet. She was one of those people that could always make you smile when you where having a bad day. Know I havent been really close to her in about 2 years becouse i had to do a little time. but i will always remember the times i spent with or around her and all i can do is pray that God takes care of her and maybe i will be fortunate to be able to see her again and then i will finally be able to say my goodbys. but untill then everyone that reads this or visits this web site please pray for her and her 2 beutiful angles she left so we can carry her legacy of greatness on ! and always remember tommorrow is a brighter day we just need to keep our heads up and live every day to its fullest cause that is what she would have wanted Close

Valentine / Debbie Wengert (Kevin's Mom )
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My Beautiful Big Sister  / Alley Person (Baby Sis )
Andrea was the biggest influence in my life. From the time she was 13 up until the last couple of months of her life, I was always intimidated by her. During the last few months of our time together I got to know the real Andrea. We had just gotten really close when the incident occured. The last night I saw her, she had just gotten back from Bristol. Mom and I were babysitting, and Mom got into it with her that night because Mom had to wake up early the next morning. As I walked out the door she said, "I had so much fun!! Call me later, I want to tell you all about my trip!!" That was the last thing I ever heard my sister say. I had gotten a job so I didn't get to babysit much anymore. The Sunday night that it happened I called in, but Andrea didn't call and ask me to babysit. Even though everybody says it would've been worse, I wish I would've been there, or at least gotten to talk to her one more time. We will all see her again soon though.
                      Andrea, I love you and miss you so much. Rest in Peace and stay with me forever as my guardian angel!!!
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MY DAUGHTER  / SELMA FLYNN BOBBO.MEMORY-OF.COM (friend)
"MY DAUGHTER On the day God took you I thought that I would die I wondered where the time went? I asked alot of whys?? With people all around me I felt alone inside From all their words of comfort, I couldn't seem to hide, I thought I might be dreaming That I'd wake and find you here, I thought "This can't be happening." As I wiped another tear. On the day that you were laid to rest My heart broke yet again, I wondered if the pain would end, But mostly, I wondered when?? It's hard to be without you, At times the days seem long, Sometimes I just sit crying, When there's really nothing wrong. I wish we'd had more time, Before your life was done. I hope your resting peacefully, My precious daughter, Close

One of those people  / Ryan Privette (friend and co-worker )
Have you ever met someone in your life that truly made an impact, well Andrea Hurst was one of those people to me. I met her while working at O'Charley's at East Towne. From the moment I met her there was a smile and a love that warms you up. She was always happy and loved talking about her little one's. I was going through a difficult time in my life, but no matter how bad of a day she was having she'd always take time to ask me how I was doing and to offer encouragement to stay happy and not to worry. I loved that about her and we are truly missing one of God's wonderful people. But God has a reason for his actions and we can hope that she is with God in heaven and checking in on us from time to time. We love you Andrea and I won't say I miss you , I'll say see you soon. Close

To the best that ever happen to me  / Melody LaJoie (Best Friend )
The first time I met andrea, I had transvered from the Cumberland O'Charley's to East Town O'Charley's, I was having her check out my front of the house, for all those that do not know front house is where they look at your table tops and the floor beneath the tables, anyways she was checking me out and I swear she must found 100 things wrong with my section. I remember walking out that night and said who does that girl think she was, making me clean all that stuff...You know what she turned out to be my best friend...We spent a lot of time with each other, mostly it was friday and saturday night after work, we would always try to see how fast we can drink to feel good; it always took less time for her (I wonder why)...It wasn't until she got behind the bar and became a bartender, that we developed a more personal relationship...She made me want to come to work...I was always so excited about seeing her face...My greatest joke with her was her size, it always made me laugh, and she would take it like a trouper, she knew how much I loved her; it wasn't until she was gone I knew how much she loved me...Andrea went through a lot of trials and tributes throughout her life and it wasn't until her last 5 months of her life that she was getting it all together...She and I made plans for her to visit with my advisor to talk about vet tech school, she loved animals and she had a gift...In the areas of men, what can I say she met a lot, however it was not till she met jared that she looked different...I remember her talking about how she was worried about her having kids and if he would still like her...Obviously that statement was proven so wrong...Those two had such a connection and if she was still here, I believe they would be growing old together...After a month of hanging out it was hard for me to get her to come out with me, she always wanted to go and hang out in the hot tub and drink her wine (Beringer)...I could always count on her to come in and want to talk about her wonderful evening she had with jared... So many memories and I forever will remember her and all that we shared... To my best friend, thank you for all that we shared, nascar experience, long walks on the beach, green apple martines, and stops on the interstate... To my best friends' family: I will always keep you in my prayers and thoughts, even though my time with her was short and diffently sweet, I learned a lot about her and you all and that makes me feel part of the family, thank you all for the support during the funeral and even afterwards, I will forever remember that and keep that in my memories... To those that are friends or even just visiters of this site, andrea was someone who would bend backwards for you to make sure that your needs are taken care of and that you were always happy, she also made life seem so easy, raising two kids (austin 6, and autumn hailey 2) being a mom was her greatest gift, I will always remember her for her strength and confidence that she exhibed throughout ever minute of the day...I will always love you andrea and you never left and will always be around me even when I go to austria...love ya melody Close

When I met Andrea  / Michelle Woods (Jared's sister )
When I med Andrea for the first time, Jared and Andrea were on there way to the beach and stopped to see me and my husband and my Newfoundland dog Brutus.  The first thing I noticed about Andrea was her smile and her laugh.  She was also very pretty.  She played with Brutus and mentioned that she had a Newfoundland dog growing up or knew someone that had.  She laughed at all my husband's jokes.  Her and Jared stayed and ate supper with us.  She seemed playful and affectionate towards Jared.  She would poke him in the side and make him jump and laugh.  He had a smile on his face the whole time.  There was a certain way they looked at each other, they seemed happy together.  I had already heard all these good things about Andrea from Jared on the phone so I was looking forward to meeting her that night.  They didn't stay long since they were on the way to the beach but I liked her.  I talked to Jared a few times while they were at the beach to wish him a Happy Birthday on Sept. 10th.  He said they were having a good time, doing nothing.  They stopped again on the way back and visited some more.  She was good to my brother and she made his eyes light up.  I could tell every moment he spent with her, he enjoyed it.   Every time I talked on the phone with him, we would talk about her, and how she was really cool and he really liked her.  He loved being with her, even doing nothing.  All the good memories will always bring a smile to all of our faces.    Close

My time with Andrea  / Jared McClane (boyfriend)

  About a year ago I came into O'Charley's alot.  Not just to eat and drink some beer but, to see this girl that I always thought was very beautiful.  I was always a little shy about talking to her.  But, after a few drinks I would talk to her.  We finally met up and I took her to the Black Crows concert.  Thats when I really loved hanging out with her.  Not just her beautiful looks, but her personality was just awsome.  Well, not long after that we started hanging out and then dating, her birthday was coming up, and I took her out to eat and bought her some flowers and a necklace that she seemed to love. She always had it on.  Then me, Melody, and her went to the race at Bristol. I had so much fun.  She bought my ticket which she would'nt take money for.  That really meant alot to me.  Then there was the beach.  I still think about that till this day.  She was laid back, easy going, and treated me better than any girl I have dated in my life. And there is certain things I just can't explain in words about her. Well, that was a few things that I thought I would talk about.  I still could write about plenty of good things about her.  I still think about you every minute of everyday.  Someday I will see you again, till then, I want you to know I love you so much!   Jared

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Poem for Andrea  / Michelle Woods (Jared's Sister )
To My Dearest Family:
Some things I'd like to say
but first of all to let you know
that I arrived okay
I'm writing this from Heaven
where I dwell with God above
where there's no more tears or sadness
there is just eternal love
Please do not be unhappy
just because I'm out of sight
remember that I'm with you
every morning, noon and night
That day I had to leave you
when my life on Earth was through
God picked me up and hugged me
and He said I welcome you
It's good to have you back again
you were missed while you were gone
as for your dearest family
they'll be here later on
I need you here so badly
as part of My big plan
there's so much that we have to do
to help our mortal man
Then God gave me a list of things
He wished for me to do
and foremost on that list of mine
is to watch and care for you
And I will be beside you
every day and week and year
and when you're sad
I'm standing there
to wipe away the tear
And when you lie in bed at night
the days chores put to flight
God and I are closest to you
in the middle of the night
When you think of my life on Earth
and all those loving years
because you're only human
they are bound to bring you tears
But do not be afraid to cry
it does relieve the pain
remember there would be no flowers
unless there was some rain
I wish that I could tell you
of all that God has planned
but if I were to tell you
you wouldn't understand
But one thing is for certain
though my life on Earth is o'er
I am closer to you now
than I ever was before
And to my very many friends
trust God knows what is best
I'm still not far away from you
I'm just beyond the crest
There are rocky roads ahead of you
and many hills to climb
but together we can do it
taking one day at a time
It was always my philosophy
and I'd like it for you too
that as you give unto the World
so the World will give to you
If you can help somebody
who is in sorrow or in pain
then you can say to God at night
my day was not in vain
And now I am contented
that my life it was worthwhile
knowing as I passed along the way
I made somebody smile
So if you meet somebody
who is down and feeling low
just lend a hand to pick him up
as on your way you go
When you are walking down the street
and you've got me on your mind
I'm walking in your footsteps
only half a step behind
And when you feel the gentle breeze
or wind upon your face
that's me giving you a great big hug
or just a soft embrace
And when it's time for you to go
from that body to be free
remember you're not going
you are coming here to me
And I will always love you
from that land way up above
Will be in touch again soon
P.S. God sends His Love Close

The night I met Andrea Hurst  / Matt McClane (Jared McClane's Cousin )
I remember the night I met Andrea. I was in town visiting my best friends, family, and of course, my cousin Jared... when he walked in with a bright, smiling girl he'd been dating. I'd heard a lot about this girl, but I'd never had a chance to meet her in person until that night. She walked right up to me and I stuck out my hand and she gave me this awesome handshake... it was one of those that you'll remember because it was firm and full of confidence. I could tell in that moment that she was tough, independent and honest. She flashed me this incredibly friendly smile and we went on to have the greatest night I've had in forever. We played pool, hung out, told jokes, swapped stories and laughed and laughed about nothing at all. That girl loved her country music and she loved to laugh. I was so impressed by her because she was so forward and positive and seemed like she could talk to ANYBODY. I really loved that about her. I could see how her and Jared got along so well, and I could also see why he respected and cared so much about her. Not only was she beautiful, but she was just so cool and fun to be around. Sharp as a tack... considerate, open and honest. Jared later told me that Andrea told him that she really liked me and thought I was a really nice and cool guy. That completely made my whole MONTH. I felt the same way about her too. To Andrea's family and friends, and especially my cousin Jared, who I love more than anybody... I say this: Even though this amazing woman was taken from us... it's her enduring spirit, positive energy and wonderful attitude that she's left behind for us all. As difficult as it is, I hope that we can all remember those qualities, memories and that marvelous spirit... and keep that with us forever. NEVER forget. I'll never forget that smiling face, firm handshake and welcoming laugh. I only got to meet her for one night, but I'll always thank God I got to hang out with one of the coolest girls ever. I wish you all the best and if I can ever lend an ear to anybody out there, please don't even HESITATE to call or email anytime. All the best in the world, Matt McClane Murfreesboro, TN mcclane@bellsouth.net 615-542-8536 Close