Andrew Gombaski, Jr., 68 of St. Marys, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his family.

A Visitation for Andrew will be held at 10:00 am the morning before service and service to celebrate Andrew's life will be held Monday, November 14, 2022, at 11:00am, at St. Marys United Methodist Church with Pastor Roy White officiating. An inurnment with military honors will follow at Jacksonville National Cemetery, in Jacksonville, FL,  at 1:30 pm.

Andrew was born March 14, 1954 in Barberton, Ohio to Martha and Andrew Gombaski, Sr.  Andrew had a Forty five year career with the United States Navy and Department of Defense, where he worked as a nuclear pipe welder and a pipe welding supervisor, in which he trained and supervised many employees.  He received numerous awards and accommodations for his great accomplishments during his time at work. He truly loved everything about the Navy.

Andrew was a scout leader, a History buff, a motorcycle enthusiast, and an extraordinary cook that showed his love through his delicious food. He enjoyed the outdoors, including hunting and fishing, and was a member of St. Marys United Methodist Church. He was a devoted husband and father, and loving Papa and brother.

Survivors include his wife of (33 years), Rhonda Creswell Gombaski, children Shawn James (Sheila), Joseph Creswell, Andrew Gombaski, III (Gabraleigh), and Shelby Clark (Anthony), grandchildren, Dupree James, Natalie Clark, Andrew Gombaski, IV, baby Clark due January 2023), brothers, William Gombaski (Barb), and Steven Gombaski (Jeannie), and a sister, Jennie Barclay (Michael).  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother, Michael Gombaski.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are requested to Hospice of the Golden Isles, in memory of Andrew Gombaski, Jr.

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Allison Memorial Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.