Early morning on May 15, 2022, we lost our beloved Andrew “Andy” Kalarchik from an unexpected heart attack.
Andy was 62 years old. He was born in Butte, Montana on December 21, 1959.
He was one of three children and the eldest child of Marilyn and Jerry Kalarchik.
A typical Butte kid, Andy participated in local sports. At Butte High School where he excelled in football, wrestling and track, earning 8 varsity letters. He twice earned All Star Honors in football and was selected for Montana State’s “Defensive Player” of the year award as a senior.
Currently Andy was a proud member of Butte High’ s Purple B’s, and was a 2022 nominee for Butte’s Hall of Fame.
Upon graduation Andy relocated to Las Vegas, Nevada. He attended UNLV and began a career in the food service industry at the MGM Grand, Bellagio and Mirage. During this time, he met and married Gloria (Ramudo) on April 14, 1984. They began their family in 1985 with the birth of their son Erik, followed by daughter Shay and son Bryan.
Andy is survived by his wife Gloria, his son Erik, and wife Kimberly (Martin) and granddaughter Illyana. His daughter Shay and grandson Wyatt, son Bryan and his significant other Chelsea, and father-in-law Arturo Ramudo of Las Vegas.
Also surviving is Andy’s mother Marilyn, his brother Scott (Katrinka) Kalarchik, and sister Kim Wilcox, and her daughter Ariel, and son Tristan. Aunt Paulette (Joe) Freeman of Las Vegas, Uncles Frank (Annette) Kankelborg and Andy (Sheila) Kankelborg of Butte, and numerous cousins.
Andy was preceded in death by his father Jerry in 1976.
Upon retiring from the Culinary Union 226, Andy returned to Butte to take care of his mother in 2014.
A graveside service is scheduled for June 4th, 2022, at 10:00 am, at Holy Cross Cemetery, 4700 Harrison Ave., Butte, MT.
Please visit below to offer the family a condolence or share a memory of Andrew.
Axelson Funeral and Cremation Services has been privileged to care for Andrew and his family.
Service Schedule
Graveside Service
10:00 a.m.
Saturday June 4, 2022
Holy Cross Cemetery
4700 Harrison Ave.
Butte, MT 59701
Service Schedule
Graveside Service
10:00 a.m.
Saturday June 4, 2022
Holy Cross Cemetery
4700 Harrison Ave.
Butte, MT 59701
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Mike Maroney says
Rest In peace my friend. I will miss you.
Scott Paffhausen says
My condolences to the entire Kalarchik family! Rest in peace my friend!
Paul Jordan says
I am so sorry about your loss. Andy was a true innocent.
Christine Kalarchik says
Bear Rest in Peace. You left us to soon.
Sue Kalarchik Morgan says
Our sincere condolences to Andy’s family. We had many wonderful memories with him when we were children. Rest In Peace dear cousin. God bless.
Jeff Maki says
I remember Andy was a great athlete in High School. Sending healing light and love at your time of sorrow.
Joe Powers says
One heck of a football player and wrestler, but an even better human being. Thoughts and prayers.
Tracy A. Simpson says
There must be a great need for Angels in heaven.
You are one of the best.
Lots of Love to your mama.
Elizabeth De Money says
With much sadness I read about Andy’s passing. He was a delightful person – One of the best. Much love to his family and friends.
John Willard says
I really met Andy personally when he moved back from Las Vegas to Butte, we had a great visit and his Mom was sweet, my Sincere Condolences to all who loved him , he was very engaging and I had a great time visiting with him.
Mark Zora says
Very sorry for your loss. Andy was a very caring person. He will missed.
Jim Merrifield says
You will not be forgotten, my friend.
Pati (Kline) Chelini says
I am so sorry to hear of Andy’s passing. Far Far too early. All of my memories of Andy include his grin & sense of fun & love of conversation. We had a lot of fun, back in the day, Andy. RIP
Dave Guanell says
He was so easy going and funny….always glad to see you.
Won’t ever be forgotten my friend…
John D Kovacich says
“A friend in spirit, indeed. Let us remember you as you were in life.”
Memory be Eternal,
John D Kovacich
Lynn Anrene Loch says
I am so sorry to read about Andy’s passing. Sending thoughts and prayers to all of Andy’s family and friends.
Susan Carter says
My sincere condolences to Marilyn, Scott, Kim & Family😔 Andy was such a great guy and was always good to me. He was one hell of a football 🏈 player!!! Rest In Peace Andy, and God’s Speed♥️🏈😔♥️
Julie (Jacobsen) Cassidy says
My thoughts and prayers are with Andy’s family. So saddened by his loss.
Byrl Thompson says
Andy you were a great friend and a great athlete. You had a 6th sense for where the ball was in football, and a great wrestler. I’ll never forget you, rest in peace.