Andrew Schmeer, 26, of Vero Beach, passed away suddenly on Sept. 8, 2014, as a result of a car accident on State Road 60 just west of County Road 512.
He is survived by his parents Tyler Schmeer of Port St. Lucie and Donna and Randall Haynes of Vero Beach; sister Alison Schmeer and John Egberts of Gainesville; grandmothers Mable Watson and Annie Ruth Haynes; cousins Ashely, Corey, Madison, and Miley Eldridge, Alexander Miller, Barry Miller II, Lisa Krantz, Ashly and Todd Titus, Jr.; aunts and uncles Cheryl Miller, Barry Miller, Tracy and Todd Titus , Barbara Milligan (Joe), Ricky Haynes (Susanna) Brenda Mosley (Herb), Bonita Philipot (Brent), and Angie Haynes; stepsisters Suzanne (Philipp) Arimond and Mistie Battle; stepbrothers Kendrick Haynes and Randy Haynes Jr.
Schmeer is preceded in death by his grandparents Vinson Watson, Douglas and Edith Milton, Henry and Jane Schmeer, Allen Haynes and Uncle Rex Haynes.
He graduated from Lincoln Park Academy High School in May 2006 with his International Baccalaureate Diploma. Throughout his years, Schmeer played competitive soccer for the Port St. Lucie Hurricanes, Jensen Beach Tigers, Treasure Coast United and the Sebastian State Cup Soccer Leagues. He played varsity soccer for six years for the Lincoln Park Academy Greyhounds and was captain of the team for three years.
Schmeer was a member of the National Honor Society, the Beta Club and a seven year member of the Lincoln Park Academy Concert Band. His kind spirit and eagerness to help others was evident in his outgoing personality. Schmeer’s zest for life, and genuine dedication to his friends and family made all who knew him love him.
He went on to further his education at the University of Florida, where he earned his degree at the Warrington College of Business Administration. Andrew was also working toward a degree in International Business.
Schmeer was actively involved in Relay for Life to help raise awareness for cancer research and he participated in the Sunrise Stampede. He was also involved with the March of Dimes and the Boys and Girls Club. He worked for Southern Eagle Distributing and earned several promotions within the company. After two years of working, Schmeer decided to follow in his grandfathers’ footsteps and serve his country. He was in the process of enlisting with the United States Air Force. His dream, to be an engineer or pilot, was cut short.
A Memorial Service will be held at 3 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 27, at King’s Baptist Church in Vero Beach. A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, Sept. 28, at 4 p.m. at the American Legion Post #318 in Port St. Lucie. Because of his love for others and compassion for animals, a foundation is being set up to honor his name and continue his legacy. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Andrew Schmeer Foundation in Vero Beach. The family of Andrew Schmeer wishes to thank all of the family and friends for their love and support.
