Anthony 'Andy' Thomas Schanding

December 11, 1974 - October 23, 2018

Anthony “Andy” Thomas Schanding, 43 of Carlisle passed away October 23, 2018. He was born on December 11, 1974 to Bradley and Bonita Schanding. He leaves behind his loving wife of 21 years, Sarah Dixon Schanding, and two precious children, Elliot and Emilee Schanding, his parents, Bradley and Bonita Schanding, his mother- in-law, Kathy Boone ( Bob Fite), his brother, David ( Carla) Schanding, his sisters, Elizabeth Hughes ( Trevor Fuller) and Kathy Rorer ( Shawn White), two brother-in-laws, Tim ( Billie) Dixon and Jason ( Whitney) Dixon, all of Carlisle. In addition, he leaves behind his paternal grandfather, Joseph Schanding, and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Otis and Dorothy Coldiron, paternal grandmother, Hazel Schanding and father –in-law, Donnie Ray Dixon. His love for his wife and children could not be measured. Andy enjoyed spending time with his family, farming, karaoke, throwing darts and working on small projects. Andy was very talented and his gifts were often called upon. He always had a smile and was willing to help his friends and neighbors. He volunteered with the 4H Shooting Club for several years. He was a 1994 graduate of Nicholas County High School. He was employed by UPS of Lexington, Ky, for the past year and formerly employed by Stamler/Joy Mining of Millersburg for twenty years, where he maintained lifelong friendships. Andy was a member of the Mt. Pleasant Methodist Church. Andy had a heart of gold and a smile that was contagious. His visitation will be Saturday October 27, 2018 at 11 am, and the funeral will follow at 2 pm, with Brenda Routt officiating. Burial will be at the Carlisle Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Carlisle-Clark Funeral Home. Pallbearers are ; David Schanding, Tim Dixon, Jason Dixon, Trevor Fuller, Shawn White, David Tincher and Tim Blankenship. Honorary bearers are; Emmett Smith, John Liver and employees of Stamler/Joy and UPS.