LAKELAND, FL – Andrew John Tobias, Jr., 80, passed away on Thursday, March 13, 2014 at his assisted living home in Lakeland, FL.
Born and raised in Westfield, Andrew was a graduate of the Westfield trade School. Upon graduation he served his country in the military. Upon returning, he worked for several machine shops in the area before deciding to run and operate his own shop.
Andrew is survived by his daughter, Kim Sorel; his son, Andrew J. Tobias, III and six grandchildren. He also leaves his sister, Janet Turcotte and brother-in-law Roy; his nephew, Bruce Turcotte; his niece, Karen McCarty and her children, along with many friends.
Burial will be held at the Massachusetts Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Agawam at the convenience of the family.
