Obituaries
Andrew A. “Drew” Botham, 52
December 18, 2016
Andrew A. “Drew” Botham, 52, passed away December 18, 2016 at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady, NY, where he lived for the last 12 years. Drew was born in Lancaster, adopted and raised by John L. and Ruby (Shubotham) Botham in Strasburg.
Drew graduated from Lampeter-Strasburg High School in 1982. It was apparent that Drew was a talented natural pianist at a very young age. He studied under Mary Vyner, wife of Lancaster Symphony conductor Louis Vyner. Drew performed at many school concerts. He attended Wesley United Methodist Church and sang in the Junior Choir and volunteered for the Christmas Pageant.
Drew is survived by his parents John and Ruby of Strasburg and was preceded in death by his brother William Gordon Botham in 1985.
Services and interment are private. Please omit flowers and consider a contribution in Andrew’s name to Pocono Plateau Camp & Retreat Center, 304 Pocono Plateau Rd., Cresco, PA 18326.
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Condolences to the Family
June 10, 2023
A bit late for condolences Lambert but tried to contact you various ways unsuccessfully, your cousin Roy.
December 27, 2016
I am saddened to learn of Drew’s passing. Drew was talented in many ways. He was a Strasburg neighbor, a classmate and a great childhood friend. My condolences to Mr. and Mrs. Botham. Bob Pontz
December 27, 2016
My condolences to the family. I was a close childhood friend of Gordon, and Drew was always taging around with us. We had so many good times together. I am so sad for the parents having lost both thier sons. RIP my friends. Marc Frederic, 140 shenk ave
December 26, 2016
To Andrews family my condolences.This cane at such a shock,I wish I got to know you both.He was a very complex person.I knew him for about 10 years and Cassandra 17! I AM Lost without them both. JOE YANUS
December 26, 2016
Sorry to learn of Drew’s passing, he was very talented keyboardist and a good person. Band mate in TYZ, Warren Eldredge.
December 23, 2016
I am so sorry to hear this. RIP. My condolences to his family and friends.
Carolyn Sheaffer (Fellow graduate of LS, ’82)
December 22, 2016
John Ruby Drew Be Always be in Mind Sincerly Irene Bob
December 22, 2016
My sincere condolences to Drew’s family and close friends. I went to school with Drew and saw many shows he performed in and appreciated his awesome talent as well as I always appreciated his sweet personality. So very sorry for your loss. Christine Fry
