Andrew LaVelle Price II, affectionally called Boobie was welcomed into this life on August 18, 1983 by his proud parents, Andrew “The Hawk” Price and Demetra Price (Dede) in Los Angeles, California. Andrew was the only child born of this union. Andrew accepted Christ at an early age and loved the Lord and was a God-fearing young man. His favorite scripture was Matthew 6:11-16.
Andrew grew up in Gardena, California and resided in Placentia, California. He attended Atherton Christian School located in Hawthorne, California from Pre-K to 8th grade. In 2001, he graduated from St. Bernard Catholic High School. After graduation he attended El Camino College.
After attending college Andrew pursued his true passion for the love of music and dancing. Early in his music career he had the opportunity to tour throughout the United States with the Westside Connection, Mack 10, and various artist. His biggest record feature was “The Testimony.”
Later, he branched out on his own and wrote, produced and showcased his own style of music which has been viewed thousands of times on YouTube and currently streaming on iTunes.
He loved life, and spent it surrounded by the unconditional love of his sometimes “overbearing mother”, his dad, children, fiancé (Jonita), and his family. Andrew valued the strength of their bond, and looked forward to every opportunity to cook for family and friends. He was called “Sir Saucey” because of his many delicious dishes. Andrew was well liked and respected by all his friends, neighbors and co-workers. Andrew worked for the City of Los Angeles, Recreation and Parks for nine years as a Recreation Assistant, as well a Sports Coach.
Above all things, Andrew cherished mostly his role as a father to his children, Andrew III (nine years), A’Riyah, (eight years) and Jrue affectionately known as TuTu, (two years) who were his pride and joy. He had a special bond with his son Andrew III, they were best friends. One of his highlights was being able to coach his son in baseball and basketball. They found joy in attending many professional sports games such as WWE shows, Raiders and Lakers games. Andrew loved his parents dearly and it was evident by his last social media post celebration their 39 years of marriage.
Andrew is preceded in death by his grandparents Lavert Price, Lorraine Brembry, and Hubert Joiner. He leaves to treasure and cherish his memory, his parents (Andy, Dede) fiancé (Jonita), his children (Andew III, A’Riyah, and Jrue), grandmother (Edna Trosclair), sister (Jasmine), niece (Jer’ee), nephew (Cortez), and a host of aunts , uncles, cousins, extended family and friends that will forever celebrate his legacy.
