Andrew Ryan Sobchik, 35, of Wooster, passed away on December 4, 2025 peacefully in his sleep. He leaves behind a community of friends and family who will forever remember his generous spirit, his unwavering kindness, and his profound dedication to those he loved.
Andrew, known to all as Andy, was a person who consistently placed the needs of others before his own. His gentle and caring nature made him a beloved figure, especially to the many children in his life who knew him affectionately as “Uncle Andy.” He had a remarkable ability to connect with young people, sharing his passions and offering his patient guidance.
A lifelong enthusiast, Andy was a devoted Pokémon expert, a passion he joyfully shared with his nieces, nephews, and friends. He could often be found engaged in games on his Nintendo Switch, finding both adventure and community in these virtual worlds. His faithful companion, his dog Kain, was a constant and cherished presence in his life.
Andy held strong convictions and was an avid supporter of progressive politics, regularly following programs like The Young Turks. He believed deeply in a more just and equitable world for all.
He was a 2009 graduate of Wooster High School and attended Kent State University. Andy worked for several years in local retail at Dollar General and Speedway, where his friendly demeanor brightened the days of coworkers and customers alike.
Andy is survived by his loving parents, Anthony Sobchik II and Kimberly Sobchik of Wooster; his brother, Tyson Sobchik; his partner, Ansley Valentine; his aunts, Kelli Ball and Debbie (Eric Albert) Mussleman; uncle Roger (Sandy Huffman) Sobchik his nieces, Savannah Ball and Athena Ball; spiritual mother LeeAnn Beugly; and many additional nieces, nephews, and dear friends. He was preceded in death by his brother, Anthony Sobchik III; and his grandparents, Ken and Carol Tyson and Marie and Roger Sobchik.
A memorial service to celebrate Andy’s life will be held on Saturday, December 13, 2025, at the McIntire, Bradham & Sleek Funeral Home, 216 E. Larwill St., Wooster, Ohio. Calling hours will begin at 1:00 p.m. with the service following at 2:00 p.m
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests performing an act of kindness in Andy’s memory, or considering a donation to a local animal shelter, a cause that was always close to his heart. He will be deeply missed.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.mcintirebradhamsleek.com
Oh Andrew there are no words to express the sorrow and pain I feel from what I kept hoping is a bad dream, but isn’t. Andrew Ryan we will miss you forever but never forgotten just cant believe your gone. RIP Andrew Ryan Sobchik forever and always love your mom and dad….
Andy….knowing you had been a huge blessing for so many years and I’m so thankful to have gotten as close these last few years more…moments to never be forgotten. The laughs, the tears, the parties, the dog dates and more…I’ll always remember and your name will never be forgotten. Cheers will be in honor of you always. The tails of Uncle Andy’s legacies live on.
You were a true friend that anyone was lucky to have, you were always a nice and caring person, I’ll miss our talks. Rest easy buddy.
Your kind heart and friendship meant so much to me. Your love for so many people and animals. Truly hard to believe your gone. I will miss our chats and everything else. Its your time to rest my friend.
Andy my sweet man we had years apon years of memory’s, our freshman years of basketball.. then years of great times .. I can’t type how many years of shit we did together.. down at the chalet other places at your house, on my days off work I had with you. I will love you for the rest of my life. You are the sweetest kind man. You are the best fucking man. I miss you.. the best times will always be in our heads. You big Tony lil Tony mama kim ty ty. Are always family
Andy , no words can express how much I will miss you . Your kind soul help me through so meny bad spots in my life . I will always cherish the moments we shared . From laughing crying singing together , playing the switch bowling and you kicking my butt in it . To listing to so meny songs . I loved coming over and just watching the Reddit stories together , playing Pokemon together .
I will miss you so much and will keep in my sprits at all times .
You were always the most kind hearted soul . I’ll miss those sweet loving hugs has well .
Rip Big brother forever and always love you Andy
We will always miss you Andrew. You and your acts of kindness and compassion for others will never stop, I will miss and love talking about you to people until I die, may we meet again in this life or the next.
I will miss you Andy will miss our talks. Rest in peace my friend.
I definitely will remember your kindness. You were a great friend to me. It was always nice to come over and hang out with you and kain.
Oh Andy what can I say… we played in the band together laughed together cried together … I just talked to you a few months ago we never lost touch you always told me how proud you were and regardless of what we struggled with we always saw the good side of each other … just know you are were we all want to be and one day we will see you agian until we see each other agian get your rest .
Andy,
It feels like only yesterday that we first met. I miss you friend. I won’t forget you. I know your up there blasting your music and having the time of your life. Rock on brother! Everything is fine down here. No nukes or zombies. Lol. If these may be my last words I say to you…
“Let the wind guide you in your journeys and know that wherever you are, all of our thoughts and prayers will soon follow.”
Andy, I can barely bring up the words, everything feels wrong without you physically present. I love you, I miss you, I know you were a part of my soul circle. I cannot wait to feel your presence again, wherever and however that happens. Please be at peace, know we all miss you every second. This seems unreal and I’m not sure we will ever fully process it, this wasn’t supposed to happen. Dance up there❤️
Oh Andy. I can’t even think of the right words to say. It feels like a part of me went with you. I’ve been listening to lady Gaga for you and keeping up with the young Turks 🥹 save room for me, wherever you are. I’ll miss our jokes, the rough tear jerker conversations, all of it. I’ll never stop missing you, thinking about and talking about you.
I am just still in shock and feel like this is just a bad dream, tonight on the eve of saying our final good byes, I love and miss you everyday. I keep waiting for a message Aunt Kelli I am bored, you want to hang out :(. This sucks without you being here, I have found a little peace though knowing you are reunited with little tony. Grandma and Grandpa Tyson and a slew of others. But this still hurts. The girls miss you too.
I can’t even say the words to describe the loss of whom I considered my nephew. 25 years of seeing Andy and now I’m unable. Your loss goes deeply within myself and your Aunt Debbie. We will miss you dearly. Hopefully you’ve been reunited with your brother and grandparents. I feel nothing but a deep sorrow and found it a pleasure to be your uncle for the time I did have.. Rest in peace.. Deepest condolences to the ones he was very close to.