I worked with Andrea for many years, before it was Allied Wealth.  I loved her spirit. I remember how she prepared for her kids weddings and what joy she took in making the centerpieces.  She always greeted everyone with a gigantic smile in the morning which just set the tone for the day.  May her memory bring you comfort and inspiration.

I ran into a former high school classmate the other day who told me of Andrea's passing.  I am so very very sorry.  She and I were great friends for a couple of years during high school but we lost touch.  I reconnected with her briefly a few years ago.  She was at the top of the list of most pleasant, caring people. My sincere condolences to her family.   Irene Woods (New York, NY)

Was saddened and shocked to learn of andrea' s passing.
I remember baking cakes I. Her spartment; lip singing to elvis; always in front of me on gym and that curl in her pony tail!
I remember when she got her first car, a wv bug! And the rides around the bronx.
This is not the way to reconnect with old friends, but the memories are always there regardless of the passage of time.

Test in peace andrea. You are remembered.

Deborah  (frisch) duvdevani

I too knew Andrea from high school and reconnected with her in recent years. She was a wonderful person and she will be missed by everyone who knew her. My heart goes out to her family.

Andrea was such a joy to be around!  Although we didn't live close, the times when we got together were some of my favorite memories.  She held her family and friends as the highest priority.  Everyone wanted to be her friend as she had great charisma and warmth, drawing people toward her wherever she went.  She did everything for her family and was an extremely loyal friend.  She will remain in our hearts forever.

Andrea was the most beautiful person inside and out.  She lit up the world with her shining smile.  She will always live in our hearts as our new guardian angel.  Andrea was my cousin and was like a sister to me.  She was loved by everyone who knew her and left this world too soon.

The world lost one its true gems when Andrea Koteen left us. Andrea has been a friend for 20 years and will missed more than my words can adequately express. Her generous spirit to all she met, her embracing of life, her joy and pride in her family - inspirational. Her beautiful smile would brighten your day. She will forever be loved and so very missed.

I went to elementary school with Andrea I will always remember her as a beautiful girl and woman always with a sweet smile Gone too soon

Andrea was a part of the landscape of my childhood and my affection for her never waned even though we rarely saw one another.  I will always remember her animated face, beautiful red hair and shining eyes that filled my Wade Jr. High School Days.  Rest in Peace, you are sure to be a shining star.

Andrea was my best friend as kids growing up on Sheridan Ave.  She was my blood sister and birthday twin...she was the sweetest kindest person...And funny...Andrea was so funny...The worlds a lot darker without her light...

I have had the privilege and tremendous good fortune to have had an enduring friendship with Andrea-a person of exceptional character. Her kindness, compassion,concern and caring of others were unsurpassed. My life has certainly been very much enriched by my knowing her. And I'm sure many others can say the same.What she gave me helped make me a better, fuller more whole person. She lives on in all those who have been blessed to have known this very noble women. Also to mention her vivacious upbeat warmth just filled with laughter, humor and a wonderful sense of the absurd. Andrea you will be greatly missed. Bless your soul my wonderful friend.

I knew Andrea from our high school days at Taft. She was a lovely teenager who grew into a wonderful women. I had the privilege of reconnecting with her a few years ago. She had a kind soul and was always caring about others. Andrea made this world a better place and is already missed by many.

I met Andrea because of her lifelong friendship with my husband, Jack. They were great friends and I soon came to understand why she was so special. I am saddened that we have lost her as a friend. I am appreciative of the time we shared and that she has found her eternal peace.

I have lost my first and oldest friend (63+ years). She leaves a legacy of love for her family and friends. My world will be hushed by the absence of her laugh. She lived life to the fullest and shared her goodness with everyone she knew. We may mourn her passing, but we must celebrate her life. It will be impossible to think of her and not have a smile on my face and feel the warmth in my heart. Taken too soon.

OBITUARY

Andrea Iris Koteen

March 19, 1950 – August 13, 2016

Bernheim-Apter-Kreitzman Suburban Funeral Chapel

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