We wish to convey our deepest condolences to Andrew ‘Drew’ Lessels’s family and friends on the demise of this beloved individual. At Victoria Hospice on Saturday, December 2nd, 2023, Drew passed away in a calm and serene manner, with his loving family at his side. Drew was a treasured part of his community, and he left behind a legacy of warmth, friendliness, and a love for life that touched the hearts of everyone who had the good fortune to meet him. Every member of his family, as well as his friends and acquaintances, will be affected by the gap that his departure has created. During this trying time, the Lessels family is thankful for the outpouring of love and support that they have received from their friends and families. They are requesting that they be given privacy and understanding as they work through their loss in the spirit of honoring Drew’s memory. The details for Drew’s funeral will be announced at the appropriate time, which will provide a chance for people who were close to Drew to gather together, share stories, and pay their respects. Let us recall the happiness that Andrew ‘Drew’ Lessels provided to those who were around him and the wonderful influence that he had on the lives of a great number of people as we reflect on his life. In this time of sadness, may the recollections of Drew’s love and humor serve as a source of solace for all those who are grieving his departure.