
In loving memory of
Andy Desravines
October 12, 1982 — October 10, 2025
Andy Desravines was a devoted father and hardworking Parks employee known for caring for his family and neighbors — a steady presence in his Brooklyn community whose kindness left a quiet, lasting impression.
Remembering Andy
A life held close in memory
Andy Desravines (October 12, 1982 – October 10, 2025) was a devoted father and a steady presence in his Brooklyn neighborhood. A longtime Flatbush resident, Andy was known to family and friends as a hardworking man who took pride in caring for his loved ones — especially his mother, with whom he lived. He worked with New York City Parks and Recreation, and his commitment to his job and community reflected the practical kindness he showed every day.
Family and neighbors remember Andy for his reliability, quiet strength, and willingness to help. Those who knew him described him as caring and conscientious: a man who made time for family, who showed up for everyday responsibilities, and who carried out his work with diligence. Andy’s role as a father was central to his life; he leaves behind two children who were the light of his life.
Friends recalled ordinary, meaningful moments — checking in with neighbors, tending to family obligations, and finding satisfaction in doing right by those around him. In a busy city, Andy’s warmth and steady presence became part of the texture of his block, and his absence is deeply felt by the people who relied on him.
Funeral arrangements were handled by Guarino Funeral Home in Brooklyn. In remembering Andy, family and friends celebrate a life of quiet devotion: a son who looked after his mother, a father who loved his children, and a neighbor who contributed to his community in everyday but important ways. His memory endures in the small acts of care he gave and in the lives of those who loved him.
Shared moments
From the gallery
Words from family and friends
Recent remembrances
Andy is remembered with heartfelt sympathy. He deserved to be known for a life that mattered, and may his memory continue to be held with love.