Andrew (Andy) D. Schap, 53, of Sycamore passed away on October 12, 2022 surrounded by his Family. Andy had battled Stage 4 Lung Cancer for a short period of time and was taken way too soon.

He was born on May 13, 1969 in Galena, Illinois to Gary H. and Toni K. (Schap) Philbrick.

Andy was a Desert Storm Veteran who served in the Navy on the U.S.S. America from 1988-1992.

After Andy's honorable discharge from the U.S. Navy he was a Union Painter for many years and eventually started his own business "Schap Painting & Drywall". His talent, expertise and happy nature will be missed by many.

Andy had many interests including golf, scuba diving and boating, but his passion was cooking for his family (especially his kids) and friends. He also loved to nap in his big recliner chair every Sunday while watching sports.

Andy will always be remembered for his sense of humor, selflessness and sarcasm.  He was also kind and caring and would give second chances to those in need.  Because of his giving nature the Schap Family would like to donate the proceeds of the Cancer Fundraiser to St. Jude's Children's Hospital.

He is survived by:

Daughters - Madison Schap (Sycamore, IL), Kendall Schap (San Antonio, TX) and Son - Chad Schap (Ft. Bragg, NC)

Mother and Stepfather - Toni K. (Schap) Philbrick and Dean Philbrick

Sisters - Lisa (Schap) Walters (Justin), Kelly (Schap) Bennett (Jim), and Brother - Rick Schap.

Step Siblings - Loren Philbrick, Craig Philbrick (Susie), and Kristine (Philbrick) Sechrest.

Girlfriend - Gina Muasher

Multiple Nieces and Nephews

He was preceded in death by his Father: Gary H. Schap.

A Military Gravesite Service will be held on Friday, October 28th at 11:00 AM at the Elmwood Cemetery. 901 S. Cross St, Sycamore, IL 60178

A Memorial Visitation will be held on Friday, October 28th from 4:00 to 8:00 PM at the Butala Funeral Home, 1405 DeKalb Ave, Sycamore, IL 60178.

A Celebration of Life/Cancer Fundraiser will be held on Saturday, October 29th from 8:30 to 11:30 AM at Hobnobbers Food & Spirits. (See Flyer on Facebook for details). 2030 Baron Dr. Sycamore, IL 60178.