Andrew Ray Spicher

Loving father, devoted husband, loyal friend.

Andrew Ray Spicher, age 58 passed away at his home in Eden Prairie on July 5, 2024 after a courageous, 8-year battle with cancer.

Andy was born on November 2, 1965, to Raymond and Diane (Stumpf) Spicher. He grew up in a large family surrounded by five older sisters and one younger brother in the tiny community of Joetown, IA. A graduate of Mid Prairie High School in Wellman, he was known for his quiet demeanor, quick wit and kind nature. It was during high school where he met his sweetheart Shelia, whom he would marry five years later on September 9, 1989. Andy furthered his education with a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Iowa, followed by a Masters Degree from The Carlson School of Management in Minneapolis, MN. With his education behind him, Andy settled down in Prior Lake, MN where he spent the next 22 years raising his family. He was a devoted husband and father but also a dedicated professional. His most recent tenure was with Bluestem Brands, Eden Prairie, MN where he served as a Vice President in various roles within the company. Andy had an aptitude for learning and was constantly building upon his wealth of knowledge in both his professional and personal life. He was a curious soul who could often be found researching his newest interest. He developed a passion for woodworking and would spend hours in his workshop building heirloom furniture which he graciously gave away to his family and friends. The workshop was just one of the many joys he experienced after fulfilling a lifelong dream to own a cabin in the Minnesota Northwoods. For eight years, the same eight years he battled cancer, he found solace in his beloved cabin on the shore of Bear Island Lake in Ely, MN. Finding the best walleye holes, blazing walking trails throughout the property, picking blueberries and just enjoying the scenery with a favorite craft beer in hand were among his favorite joys. Andy was a diehard Iowa Hawkeye fan who loved music, reading, cooking, football, fishing, craft beer, playing games and fast cars but above all else… his family. Nothing made him happier than a room filled with their laughter and nothing fulfilled him more than seeing that they were provided for. Andy always gave of himself and that was reflected in the way he was respected by his friends and peers who often sought him for his wisdom and advice. He was a likable guy who would most often be found wearing a “Life is Good” t-shirt because that was exactly what he believed. He worked hard, played hard, loved hard and cherished every day he was able to spend with us on this Earth.

Those left to cherish his memory include his wife of 35 years Shelia; their two children Alexandra and Zachary; his sisters Dawn and Valerie Spicher of Kalona, IA, Robin (Gerald) McLaughlin of Kensington, MD, Cindy (Rick) Surly of Kalona IA, Crystal (Jim) Freese of Kalona, IA and brother Barry (Amy) Spicher of Iowa City, IA as well as numerous nieces, nephews, in-laws and friends. Andy was preceded in death by his father Raymond and his mother Diane.

memorial service

Celebration of Life

August 4, 2024

Luce Line Brewing 12901 16th Ave N, Plymouth, MN 55441, USA

Family and friends are invited to join us in a Celebration of Life to be held at Luce Line Brewing at 12901 16th Avenue North, Plymouth, from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday, August 4th, 2024.

A second Celebration of Life will be held at the Kalona Makers Market located at 720 14th Street in Kalona, IA from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday, September 13th, 2024.

Guests of both events are encouraged to embrace Andy’s motto by wearing a “Life is Good” hat or t-shirt in his memory. Bonus points if it’s in his favorite color blue. The fun-loving guy that he was would have enjoyed that.