Date of Service:
June 29, 2023
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Andrea Burns McCardell (nee Scheer) 77, passed away peacefully with her family by her side. Andrea was born in Vineland, NJ on September 4, 1945. After the untimely passing of her mother at a young age, she was raised by her Uncle Victor and Aunt Evelyn Pontiere in Paoli, PA. She spent her childhood hanging out in the family newsstand/soda shop and visiting Ocean City, NJ where she eventually moved after marrying her beloved husband of 48 years, Charles H. McCardell, Sr. Andrea moved to Vero Beach, FL in 2014 to fulfill their retirement dreams.
Andrea was a devoted wife and mother who lovingly stayed home to raise her four blessed children during which time, she was a Girl Scout Troop leader and cookie mom. She loved spending time with her family and friends, hosting holiday celebrations especially Easter & July 4th, baking someone a special cake/pie, camping, fishing, crabbing, beach life in flip flops, reading a good book, taking cruises on the ocean, and long vacations to Key West. Andrea loved remodeling, decorating, and beautifying her home “all things beachy”.
Andrea entered the healthcare field and worked for AtlantiCare Infectious Disease Clinic and AtlantiCare Family Medicine as an Office Manager until she retired in 2011. During her career she was an advocate and friend to all her patients. Her passion was to promote awareness and education to those living with AIDs and HIV. She participated in the annual J. Walkin’ event in Atlantic City and created the Red Ribbon Cookbook. Her guiding purpose was to envelop each patient with love.
Andrea will be dearly missed by her four children, Kimberly Adams and her husband Tim of St. Joseph, MI; Amy McCardell Burklew and her husband J of Vero Beach, FL; Charles McCardell, Jr. of Mays Landing, NJ; and Jennifer Little of Somers Point, NJ; 14 grandchildren: Julia (Jonny), Timmy, Haley (Dom), Grace, and Alyssa Adams; Patrick (Franny) and Nicholas (Sarah) Cocco, Shawn and Samantha Tiernan; Harry and Hannah McCardell; Georgia, Bryton, and Boyd Little; 5 great grandchildren: Charlie and Jack Cocco, Shawn Tiernan, III, Henry and Charlotte Appel. Her sister Cynthia Scheer and her wife Cathy Rabbai, cousin Mary Linda Barker, brother-in-law Bill McCardell, Sr, sister-in-law Barbara Ann DeBaufre and sister-in-law Gladys McCardell and many, many cousins, nieces and nephews.
Andrea was predeceased by her husband Charles H. McCardell, Sr., her father Charles Scheer. Jr, and her mother Helen Lutz Scheer.
The family will greet friends Thursday, June 29, 2023 from 9:30 a.m.-10:00 a.m., with a 10 a.m. Celebration of Life service to follow at Wellspring Church, 601 Babcock Road, Mays Landing, NJ 08330.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests “In Memory of Andrea McCardell” contributions may be made to VNA & Hospice Foundation, 1110 35th Lane, Vero Beach, FL 32960.
Arrangements are by Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory, Vero Beach.
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DorothyAnne & Mickey - Friends
April 22, 2023, 12:49 am
Amy I loved your Mom! Her energy and love she shared with all she met. Praying for you and all your family’s loss. Truly you are all blessed with great memories! Hugs.❤️
Micki Merritt - Friend
April 22, 2023, 1:20 am
I always loved her smile ! She will be missed by so many. Sending prayers and blessings to all. I remember when we both worked with HIV/ AIDS , Andrea at Clinic and me at Dr Lucasti office. Many memories
Patrick Eye - Co-Worker
April 22, 2023, 2:00 am
Such a tremendous loss. It’s not hyperbole to say that Andrea was one of the kindest human beings I’ve ever had the privilege of knowing and working with. My deepest condolences to Amy, Jen, and all the remainder of her family and friends. You’ll be truly missed by many Andrea <3.
Joan Laserna - Friend
April 22, 2023, 11:50 am
All my condolences. With prayers and blessings, the Laserna family. May she rest in eternal grace.
Janet Bowers - Friend
April 22, 2023, 12:26 pm
So sorry for your loss..She was one of Cindy’s favorite aunts ! Sending love & Sympathy to the family !
PATRICIA BURKLEW
April 22, 2023, 1:18 pm
I only knew Amdrea for a few years and she was a pleasure to be around. She was very kind an sweet. You could see the love she had for her family and they for her. She will truly be missed by so many.
Carroll Andreatta - Extended family
April 22, 2023, 3:23 pm
I remember talking with her about her work in the Lab. She made a big difference with people diagnosed with AIDS! I remember her engaging beautiful smile. She loved her family and she had a full life. Her legacy will live on in her family and friends who love and miss her. Sending love and prayers for comfort and peace.
Tony and Jackie Burklew - Brother and sister in law The Burklew's
April 22, 2023, 11:51 pm
Tony and I are so sorry for your loss Amy and J. Just know you are in both our prayers. Love you
Rosina DiMattia - Co-worker
May 1, 2023, 5:44 pm
Jen and the entire family. I am so very sorry to hear of Andrea’s passing. She was a wonderful person. I consider myself lucky to have known her and to have worked with her. Please accept my condolences and prayers.