Andre Fortin

Andre L. Fortin, age 52, passed away Thursday, April 3, 2014, at the Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice. He was born on June 15, 1961 in Boston, MA to parents Albert and Lillian (Cvetan) Fortin. Andre attended Sheboygan North High School, DeVry University and Lakeshore Technical College. Andre was united in marriage on June 9, 1984 to Lisa Brotz. He was employed by Vollrath for 28 years. Andre enjoyed off-road jeeping and other outdoor activities such as camping, watching Packer games and frying out with family and friends. Andre spent a lot of time volunteering for his children's activities. Andre had a very generous heart, often giving of his time to help others. Andre is survived by his wife Lisa, two daughters Danielle and Lexie Fortin, mother Lillian Mathieu, two sisters Diane Schwartz and Angelina (Jim) Miller, two brothers Blair Fortin and Paul (Rosemary) Fortin, parents-in-law James and Mary Sue Brotz, three sisters-in-law Kelly (Tom) Gerber, Wendy (Mark) Weber, and Amy (Mitch) Birkey. Also loved by neices, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his father Albert, stepfather L.N. "Bud" Mathiew, and brother-in-law Arthur Schwartz Sr. A gathering will be held at Zimmer Westview Funeral and Cremation Care Center, W2132 Garton Road (Highway 42 and JJ) on Sunday, April 6th from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Memorial service will be at 2:00 p.m. with Deacon Mike Burch presiding. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Andre's name are appreciated. A special thanks to Dr. Lynds, the staff at Sharon S. Richardson Hospice and some very special friends for their care and support.