Andrea Rose Garcia

Madison -- Andrea Rose Garcia, age 19, passed away on her mother's birthday, Friday, May 15, 2009 ,  following a tragic automobile accident. She was born on April 7, 1990 , the daughter of Andrew and Jean (Besadny) Garcia in Madison . Andrea was a 2008 Memorial High School graduate and recently completed her first year at MATC. She was currently employed with Zimbrick Acura as a receptionist and was a loving babysitter to Hannah and Annika Boldebuck. Andrea enjoyed life to the fullest and had a contagious smile and personality.   She always made her parents proud.   It did not matter if you were young, old, rich or poor, Andrea had a large heart for anyone that crossed her path. She enjoyed spending time with family and friends and she will be missed deeply by all who knew her. Her time with us was much too short. Andrea is survived by her mom and dad; Jean and Andy Garcia, and her two older brothers; Benjamin and Justin.   She is also survived by her grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins, and many friends. A Mass of C...[more]

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stian Burial will be held at ST. THOMAS AQUINAS CATHOLIC CHURCH , 602 Everglade Drive , on Wednesday, May 20, 2009 , at 11:00 a.m. with Monsignor Donn Heiar and Father Bill Connell concelebrating.   A visitation will be at CRESS FUNERAL HOME, 3610 Speedway Rd. on Tuesday, May 19, 2009 , from 4 to 7 p.m. and at the church on Wednesday, May 20, 2009 , from 10:00 a.m. until the time of Mass. Burial will be held at Forest Hill Cemetery .   In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in memory of Andrea to Grave's Disease Foundation, 400 International Drive , Williamsville , NY 14221 or to Special Olympics-Wisconsin, 5900 Monona Dr. , Madison , WI 53716 . The family would like to extend a special thank you to the Dane County Sheriff's Department. To our beloved daughter and sister:   You will be dearly missed every day until we meet again in Heaven. We love you with all our hearts.