Andrew F. Mihalic

Liberty - Andrew F. Mihalic, 75, passed away October 9, 2024 in Licking Memorial Hospital after a long-term illness.

Andy was born in Youngstown on July 10, 1949 to his parents Andrew & Barbara Stefanec Mihalic.

He was a 1967 graduate of Ursuline High School and a 1971 graduate of Youngstown State University.

While working as an Engineer for US Manufacturing in Michigan, he designed car parts for the Automotive Industry.

Andrew was a Notre Dame and Yankees fan, always studious and clean cut even when he was working on the car. He enjoyed Corvettes and even owned a few.

He was a true gentleman and a great provider for his wife and children. He was dedicated to their happiness and well-being. In addition, he was avid dog lover and he will be forever missed.

Andrew leaves his wife, Kimberly Jo Brass of 35 years; children, Matthew of Waxhaw, North Carolina, Julie of Raleigh North Carolina, and Timothy of Alameda, California; grandchildren, Luca, Nico, Dominic, Alec, Calina, and Conner; sister, Geraldine L. Mansour; and his Great Danes Granite, Kiera, and Andie who were certified, service trained just for Andrew and his needs as his illness progressed.

He was preceded in death by his parents and brothers-in-law, Alan W. Brass and Eugene Joseph Mansour.

The family would like to give special thanks to all the wonderful caregivers that Andrew has had over the years at both the Cleveland Clinic and Mayo Clinic and also a very special thank you to the private duty, nursing staff and the Liberty Township Fire Department for transporting Andrew numerous times to the hospital for his emergency visits. Your prompt response, constant care, kindness and respect are appreciated.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Mayo Clinic Department of Development, Neurology Research at 200 First St. SW, Floor 8, Rochester, MN 55905 in Andrew's memory.

Calling Hours will be held from 2-5pm Sunday, Oct. 27, 2024 at Schiavone Funeral Home and from noon to 1pm on Monday, Oct. 28, 2024 followed by a prayer service at 1pm officiated by Pastor Kari Lankford.