Andrew C. Rabbat, 51, of Mt. Bethel, PA died suddenly Sunday, January 13, 2013 in St. Luke’s Hospital in Bethlehem, PA.
Born: August 28, 1961 in Passaic, NJ he was a son of Barbara Basinski Rabbat of Lincoln Park, NJ and the late William F. Rabbat.
Personal: A graduate of St. Peter’s Prep School and NYU, he was the owner and founder of Andy’s Family Music Center in Livingston, NJ. He had been a Scout Master for the Boy Scouts, Troop #14 and Troop #317 in Bethlehem, he was also a member of Delta Phi Epsilon.
Survivors: His mother; his wife of 17 years: the former Loren Savakus; children: Callum Malone of Bethlehem; Ariel Malone of Hackensack, NJ; Kareem and Aliyah Rabbat both at home; brother: Victor Rabbat of Wantage, NJ; sister: Maria Rabat of Montclair, NJ; 2 grandchildren: Cameron and Calum; nieces, nephews and countless friends.
Services: A Celebration of His Life will be held at 1:00 p.m. Sunday, January 20th at the C.E. Building, located behind Central Moravian Church, on the Moravian Academy Lower School Campus, 422 Heckewelder Ave., Bethlehem, PA. A Memorial Mass will be also be held at 9:00 AM Sunday, January 20th at St. Anne’s Melkite Catholic Church, Rifle Camp Rd. in West Paterson, NJ. Family and friends are invited to attend one or both of the services.
Memorial Contributions: May be made to “The Andrew Rabbat Memorial Music Scholarship” c/o 198 Million Dollar Hwy., Bangor, PA 18013.
Offer online condolences at www.AshtonFuneralHome.com.
Melissa, Louis and George Pektor
January 14, 2013 at 8:43 pm
Dear Loren, Kareem, Aliyah and family,
We are terribly saddened to have heard this news.
Andy always brought a smile to our faces and he will be greatly missed.
We are so very sorry for your loss and will fervently hold your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Godspeed,
Missy, Lou and George
Len Mooney
January 14, 2013 at 10:10 pm
Dear Loren and family,
I’m so sorry for your loss. You will be in my thoughts.
Len
Sonja Sabella
January 14, 2013 at 10:25 pm
Dear Loren and family,
My heart is so heavy and sad after just hearing this… You are all in our thoughts -and hope you find the strength to get through this very difficult time. Andy taught my son Robbie for many years on the guitar. He was a wonderful man and the world is a better place because of him, we will never forget. Take care.
Sonja , Robert, Brookel and Mike Sabella
Robert Sabella
January 14, 2013 at 10:53 pm
I’m so sorry for your loss. I cannot thank Andy enough for getting me into music and learning an instrument. If it weren’t for him I wouldn’t be where I am today and why I am so in love with music. He was a great teacher and wonderful inspiration to me and I will cherish that forever.
charity hale
January 14, 2013 at 11:04 pm
loren, kareem and aliyah,
our hearts and prayers are with you during this painful time. we are still in disbelief. andy was an amazing man who would go above and beyond to help anyone in a time of need. not only was he our friend but he as well as all of you became family. his work here on earth has ended but im sure he’s playing his music in heaven. his memory will carry on in all of us. we love you guys.
the hale’s.
Hope Correll
January 15, 2013 at 7:31 am
Loren and family,
My heart is weighed down with the sadness to hear of your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Andy was such a great guy and musician, he and his music will be missed.
The Light of God surrounds Andy;
The Love of God enfolds Andy;
The Power of God protects Andy;
The Presence of God watches over Andy;
Wherever Andy is, God is,
And all is well.
Love, Hope & David Correll
Louis G. Asbaty
January 15, 2013 at 9:26 am
Growing up with Andy was certainly a highlight of the day when we were together. Hanging out at 8 Ruskin Ct was always great time for me. Remembering being in the basement creating plays for our parents, watching Andy make fly’s, listening to his creative talents on the piano are just a few of my fondest memories. Andy and I enterd the Gong show at St. Ann’s Church playing kazoo’s to “Rock arouind the Clock” Hard to believe but we were “Gonged”.
I for one will miss a great friend.
Katie Bittner
January 15, 2013 at 12:52 pm
Andy always had a kind word for me and a smile. I will miss him. My thoughts are with you, Loren, and your whole family. There is beautiful music in heaven now .
Alan Morley
January 15, 2013 at 3:05 pm
Dear Barbara and the entire rabbat family,
we where so saddened to here of the loss of your dear son Andrew.
please know he will be in our thoughts in prayers.. May God keep your
Dear son in his loving Hands and give you his peace during this difficult time.
Love
Alan and Patty Morley
Deborah Hill
January 15, 2013 at 3:54 pm
Sending prayers of light and love…and remembering the love Andy had for life and family. I am with you in spirit as you face the days ahead.
Love, Deb (and George, Lizelle, and Levi)
Judy Romagnoli
January 15, 2013 at 4:30 pm
Loren and family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I know that this is such a difficult time for all of you. I will be praying for you as you travel this road ahead of you. Know that I am here if you need anything at all.
Love and hugs, Judy Romagnoli
Sue Sosnow
January 15, 2013 at 5:15 pm
I am so sorry for your loss
If I can be of any help please don’t hesitate to call
Chuck & Teresa Dabaghian
January 15, 2013 at 6:57 pm
Dear Barbara,Victor and Rabbat Family
Keeping you in our prayers during this sad time,with the sympathy and understanding that no words can express.
This is a time for gathering all the best of a good life into the pages of memory,to be held in the heart forever.
May his memory remain with us forever.
Jasmine, Rick, and Laura
January 15, 2013 at 9:34 pm
We are so sorry for your loss. Andy brought joy to all our faces when his whimsical and generous personality came into the room. We loved him dearly, and he will be greatly missed. He instilled in Jasmine a love of music and playing the piano.
Lois & Fred Lozy
January 15, 2013 at 10:47 pm
Barbara and family….we were so shocked and saddened to hear about Andrew, your son. Our prayers are with you during this very difficult time…may he rest in peace and encircled in Gods love…..Sincerely, Fred and Lois
Shannon Campbell-Strohl
January 16, 2013 at 12:20 am
Dearest Loren and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. This world has lost a great soul. Andy was the reason my son, Joseph, became a scout. He was always so kind and friendly. May God bless all of you during this difficult time and give you the strength to carry on. Andy’s spirit will live on through all of you. We will be thinking of you and praying for you.
Shannon Campbell-Strohl
Lisa Zelko
January 16, 2013 at 9:49 am
Dear Loren & Family,
Words cannot express how sorry I am for your loss. May God bless you and your family! You will be in my thoughts and prayers as you wander through the formalities of such a loss. Please know that if you need an ear to listen, a shoulder to lean on, or anything that comes with such a sudden loss, I am a mere phone call away. Andy’s spirit will be with you always, I hope you take comfort in that now & always.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Lisa
Devon, Todd and Emma
January 16, 2013 at 11:42 am
We are so deeply sad for all of you. Andy was such a bright light with a huge heart, a kind and generous spirit, and the wonder and playfulfullness of a little boy. We will cherish all of the joyful memories and laughter we have shared with your family forever. He brought so many gifts of music, friendship and hope to so many. We pray for your comfort and peace and hope you can find some solace in knowing that Andy is free of any suffering and wrapped in light and peace….
Robert Blake
January 16, 2013 at 3:59 pm
Loren and family, My deepest condolences over your lost. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. I will think of all of you and say prayers for you.
Robert and Phyllis Blake Ossian, IN
Natalie and Vincent Capano
January 16, 2013 at 4:05 pm
Out heartfelt sympathies to you all on the loss of an amazing man. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you in this time of sorrow. May you find comfort in all of your wonderful memories of him.
Ellen & Charlie Bihler
January 16, 2013 at 4:12 pm
Lauren & family, we are so sorry for your loss. We are praying for you and also for Andy’s family. May you all feel God’s touch and find peace.
jodi keet
January 16, 2013 at 4:18 pm
so sorry for your loss.
jodi keet
Rae Jones
January 16, 2013 at 7:15 pm
Loren and Family,
How sad to hear about Andy, he was a great person who touched many lives. I enjoyed working with him when Jacob was in scouts. Please know all of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Rae and Jacob
Brian Kempton
January 16, 2013 at 11:00 pm
Mrs. Rabbat,
I never had the pleasure of meeting Andy, but one thing I do know for sure is that he is in Heaven at this moment, watching over you and your family. I am deeply sorry for your loss and please remember that you can talk to me at any time.
God Bless,
Brian
J. Moore
January 17, 2013 at 11:02 am
To the Family of Andrew C. Rabbat,
So sorry to learn about the loss of your Dear Loved One, Andrew. Please know that so many people share your grief with you to help you through this difficult time of sorrow. Please accept my deepest condolences as we await the time when Christ Jesus will awaken all of those who have fallen asleep in death; including your Beloved, “Andy”. (John 11:41-44)
Jack DeRosa
January 17, 2013 at 2:59 pm
Dear Loren and Family,
We were greatly shocked and saddened to hear of Andy’s passing….There are no words, except to say we will always have fond, loving memories of him….May God watch over and bless all of you….With Our Sincerest Condolensces, Jack and Lynda DeRosa
Marc Mittleman
January 18, 2013 at 3:34 pm
Dear Loren and family,
Andy was always one of the good people, I remember the first location of the store and I was one of the first customers I think in 1990 or 91. He always had a moment to talk no matter how busy he was and handled himself with class and aplomb no matter the chaos around him. He taught my son about fishing and opened his heart and house to both my sons. He will be missed more than he could possibly ever know.
Theresa Nora Machette
January 19, 2013 at 6:41 pm
Dear Victor and Family,
I am very sad and so deeply sorry for your loss. Eternal rest grant unto Andrew Rabbat, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, Rest in peace. Amen.
Amanda,Lori and Brett
January 20, 2013 at 11:10 am
Dear Loren and Family,
We are so sad to hear of your loss. Andy was such an inspiration to Amanda. He taught her to love music and have fun. She always looked forward to her guitar lessons and Rock Band rehearsal. We will all miss him dearly and appreciate the time we had him in our lives.
The Goldsmith’s
Lori (DePetro) & Rick Dhuyvetter
February 22, 2013 at 11:42 pm
To the Rabbat Family,
We just heard of Andrew’s sudden passing, and were so shocked and saddened by the news. We offer our deepest condolences to all of you. I fondly remember Andrew from our days in school together at OLV. Both Rick and I are deeply sorry for your loss. Rick & Lori ( DePetro)Dhuyvetter
Jill and Claudia
April 10, 2013 at 9:42 am
We r so sorry for your loss!
Joe Vitello
October 29, 2013 at 12:00 pm
I think about you every day my friend. When i put the key in the door to this wonderful store that was you dream i say good morning to you. I loved you so much bro, i was the lucky one to have known you. You taught me so much about life and it’s wonderful craziness that it brings. Save me a spot up there where you are, because one day i will hanging with you again my friend. Everyday i’m at your store is another day i miss you! C you up the road Andy!-Joe Vitello
Douglas Ware
April 7, 2015 at 8:35 pm
I just heard about Andy’s passing. I can’t believe it. I’m so sorry for your loss.
Gary Lader
August 27, 2015 at 12:03 pm
I met Andy and worked for him when he first opened his store in Livingston in the early 90’s. He was a wonderful person and I miss him. I just learned of his passing and I am in shock. My condolences to his family.
Chris Weber
November 21, 2018 at 3:29 pm
I just heard….So sorry to hear. I will always miss you Andy. I think about working for you all the time. Thanks for letting me be your Guitar tech all those years ago! See you on the other side.
Just heard of Steve too…both of you were so important for that brief time of my life. So many memories. Both of you were such characters!
Glad Joey can keep the Store going.
My condolances to the family. Wish you all well as time passes.
Ariel Malone
January 16, 2019 at 12:04 pm
I miss you dad always and forever. 6 years his past weekend. Me, cal, Kareem and Aliyah talked about you all day, shared photos and memories. We miss you and your legacy lives on through us. I have a daughter now! YOU WOULD LOVE HER! And twins on the way! I know you are with me everyday and I can’t wait to see you again!
Callum Malone
June 10, 2022 at 3:21 pm
I understand why you had to leave us Andy. I understand LOVE & PAIN… But I also know that love shouldnt cause pain it should only comfort and heal. You Dad showed me what true love is. You loved me as your own child. You and Ms Cindy Thomas gave me what my birth parents couldnt.. You gave me true faith and belief in GOD. Continue to guide and protect me as you and Gabe and Uncle Steve jam out! Joey V love you to brother! Fish on Baby