Andrew W Catalano, Jr better known as Andy Catalano passed away after a lengthy illness Tuesday, February 16, 2016. Born September 28, 1959 to Andrew and Camille Di Crescio Catalano, Andy lived his lifetime in the Vero Beach area. Andy graduated from Vero Beach High School in 1978, he went on to Indian River Community College and received an associates of science in electronics.
Andy is survived by his wife, Linda Bandle Catalano, son Brian Catalano, his brother, Joe Catalano (Vero Beach) and sister, Lois Catalano Merkle (Fort Worth, Texas). He is preceded in death by both parents.
Andy worked as an electronics repairman, butcher and produce truck driver. Loved by many friends and family, Andy was well known for his generosity, sincere care to see youth succeed, and fun family man. He was a weekend mechanic, a source of knowledge for his son and his friends, playing darts, billiards, bowling and golf, amazing ability to fix anything electric, and loved his oldies music. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
A celebration of Andy's life will take place Friday, February 19, 2017 at the Seawinds Funeral Home; 735 S Flemming Street; Sebastian, FL 32958 with a casual gathering of friends and family at 3:30 and memorial at 4:00. The intent of the memorial is for all to reminisce their favorite memories with Andy, and celebrate the impact his life made upon us all.