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Title: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: fineslime on June 20, 2022, 05:34:42 PM
fucking heartbreaking news that NY/ FL ripper Andrew Grabowski has passed after he was reported missing. Andrew was an amazing skateboarder and an amazing person and friend. it's so shitty having to type this. my love goes out to his family and his friends.

he was truly talented and one of a kind.

http://youtu.be/YQc8XxDbMTQ
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: doublesteveburger on June 20, 2022, 05:55:23 PM
RIP

lots of mutual friends are hurting right now, love y’all

be safe out there buds <3
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: Allez_Jambon on June 20, 2022, 06:29:43 PM
yeah man i just was told this too. been worried for a few days. awful to hear this. i've known him since 2003 and he's always stood out as talented. bums me out writing this.

here's a bunch of stuff i dug up. the old stuff is probably only interesting to those who knew him and i bet there's a lot whole lot else scattered around. it's crazy because he just kept getting better and better.

~2003-4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4A9hKOHFeZg
 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4A9hKOHFeZg)

2006
https://youtu.be/Zq2rzC1u7f (https://youtu.be/Zq2rzC1u7f)

2008
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEmnuytJKo8 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEmnuytJKo8)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rqxhh-ksr14 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rqxhh-ksr14)

2009
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yCLIPhNTDOI (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yCLIPhNTDOI)

2010
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jQeNTEreQQQ (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jQeNTEreQQQ)

2012
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HCG_IK1p1WY (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HCG_IK1p1WY)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OqKCzWhF9hY (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OqKCzWhF9hY)

2014?
https://vimeo.com/115376476 (https://vimeo.com/115376476)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ztHbHEpTUEQ (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ztHbHEpTUEQ)

2021
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MXlhc5DiM9g (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MXlhc5DiM9g)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=71EaKg-HkI8 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=71EaKg-HkI8)
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: Donkey Lips on June 20, 2022, 06:41:38 PM
Never met a person who loved skateboarding more than him. He must've lived most of his life on granite tiles. I'm happy he was able to see his name on a board during his life. Complete skate rat and an incredibly passionate person. Unbelievable that he is gone at such a young age.
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: fineslime on June 20, 2022, 06:52:37 PM
yeah man i just was told this too. been worried for a few days. awful to hear this. i've known him since 2003 and he's always stood out as talented. bums me out writing this.

here's a bunch of stuff i dug up. the old stuff is probably only interesting to those who knew him and i bet there's a lot whole lot else scattered around. it's crazy because he just kept getting better and better.

~2003-4
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4A9hKOHFeZg
 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4A9hKOHFeZg)

2006
https://youtu.be/Zq2rzC1u7f (https://youtu.be/Zq2rzC1u7f)

2008
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEmnuytJKo8 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEmnuytJKo8)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rqxhh-ksr14 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rqxhh-ksr14)

2009
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yCLIPhNTDOI (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yCLIPhNTDOI)

2010
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jQeNTEreQQQ (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jQeNTEreQQQ)

2012
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HCG_IK1p1WY (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HCG_IK1p1WY)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OqKCzWhF9hY (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OqKCzWhF9hY)

2014?
https://vimeo.com/115376476 (https://vimeo.com/115376476)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ztHbHEpTUEQ (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ztHbHEpTUEQ)

2021
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MXlhc5DiM9g (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MXlhc5DiM9g)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=71EaKg-HkI8 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=71EaKg-HkI8)

Thanks for posting these. Sending love to the 315 from the 239.
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: silhouette on June 20, 2022, 07:25:22 PM
This is devastating, my condolences to his close ones and to the scene. Even despite the geographical distance and without meeting him, just from his video parts, clips and Instagram I could always tell he was a sincere skateboarder and dedicated, but unique profile. Already miss him, from a completely different country. Everyone show each other love and be safe.
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski
Post by: Uncle Flea on June 20, 2022, 09:16:16 PM
Rip. What a talented skater
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: ungzilla on June 20, 2022, 09:31:53 PM
fuck, this is heartbreaking, i just talked to him not so long ago and it seemed like he was doing really well, at least from afar. i don't live in the area anymore so hadn't been in touch with him as often lately but we'd catch up at least once a year since we're birthday twins, and he was always remembering to wish me a good one. lots of good memories skating the diy in syracuse with him, he'd do the hardest tricks out of nowhere, switch v flip five-o? no problem. inward heel tail the tall ledge at evs? ez! RIP Andrew, and condolences to all the upstate and florida friends, and the rest all over too.
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: $$LESH on June 21, 2022, 04:46:12 PM
drew moved to the same town i lived in to live with his grandma when we were younger. first thing i saw him do was a switch flip back tail on a ledge at the local park. kid could seriously do anything. the whole time i’ve known him i’ve never heard him say anything negative or complain, unless we were roasting each other (he was really fuckin good at roasting homies) he was something special and i’m really gonna miss my dog. love you drew ❤️
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: fineslime on June 21, 2022, 04:55:45 PM
drew moved to the same town i lived in to live with his grandma when we were younger. first thing i saw him do was a switch flip back tail on a ledge at the local park. kid could seriously do anything. the whole time i’ve known him i’ve never heard him say anything negative or complain, unless we were roasting each other (he was really fuckin good at roasting homies) he was something special and i’m really gonna miss my dog. love you drew ❤️

Are you an FM local?

I never heard anyone ever say a bad thing about him either. He was the type of dude who was instantly your friend when you met him. When he moved to FM from New York I tripped out on his NY accent and the way he said, "word." - "wheeard." that was my first impression of him and it's been burned into my brain.

I've seen him do STUPID shit. Switch backside flip nosegrinds. Switch everything.

He is really missed right now and will forever be missed. My love goes out to those who are hurting.
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: $$LESH on June 21, 2022, 05:10:18 PM
yeah, we’re probably homies haha. there was only like 15 kids that actually skated around that time. drew definitely fucked fort myers up when he lived there. i just saw alex nuehauser is making a memorial edit of him so i’ll post it whenever he finishes it.
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: eSK3 on June 21, 2022, 05:19:00 PM
RIP  :'( :'(
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: fineslime on June 21, 2022, 06:13:16 PM
Hard to believe these days at the park were almost 10 years ago. Andrew's got the last tricks in the first two montages and does some wild stuff in the last link. Damn I miss these days. I miss these people.

http://youtu.be/XLtYnfHZtEc

http://youtu.be/tr6qJJF-6r0

http://youtu.be/wWZrxFQhq4s
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: decaf on June 22, 2022, 01:00:23 AM
Met Drew when he first moved to *FM and he was instantly a great friend. Having known him for roughly 13 years, I can honestly say I've never had even the slightest argument with him. He was that dude. The nicest, the most humble. The take his shirt off his back for you guy. He was such a genuine person, and I'm gunna miss him so much man.
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: fineslime on June 22, 2022, 03:47:59 PM
I kindly ask that if anyone hears of memorial service arrangements or details to please post them here, whether they be in Syracuse or Fort Myers.
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: iw0 on June 22, 2022, 04:13:33 PM
I kindly ask that if anyone hears of memorial service arrangements or details to please post them here, whether they be in Syracuse or Fort Myers.

https://www.instagram.com/p/CfHw2RJJj5W/

rip andrew
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: D10S on June 22, 2022, 08:38:19 PM
rest in peace. condolences to his loved ones.
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: Allez_Jambon on June 23, 2022, 09:11:06 PM
i think i meant to post this ^^^^

Andrew Grabowski vs Mike Marks in 2004. I think andrew is 11-12 and mike is like, 13-14. They both got so good.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uojfzcMdLJA (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uojfzcMdLJA)
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: Sativa Lung on June 23, 2022, 09:13:59 PM
I'm pretty bummed about this.
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: fineslime on June 24, 2022, 05:41:28 AM
I'm pretty bummed about this.

reach out to me if you need to. that goes to anyone and everyone ❤️
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: Ronnie Rodriguez on June 24, 2022, 06:50:27 AM
RIP and condolences to Drew's friends and family.
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: Frank on June 24, 2022, 02:21:31 PM
RIP

so sorry for his friends and fam
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: Gab on June 24, 2022, 07:27:46 PM
Rip. Sending love to his friends, family, those that knew and loved him, and his local scene. <3
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: fineslime on June 26, 2022, 09:49:17 AM
how was the gathering yesterday? anyone have any photo? wish I could have been there but I'm down in Florida. I hope everyone is healing.
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: Donkey Lips on June 26, 2022, 03:35:14 PM
how was the gathering yesterday? anyone have any photo? wish I could have been there but I'm down in Florida. I hope everyone is healing.

Tons of people at the spot and tons of ripping. It was great to see so many people that Drew spent time with during his life. His close friends and family did a great job organizing the event. Went from before 2pm on through the night. Incredibly sad he's gone, but the gathering was pretty much perfect.
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: Sativa Lung on June 26, 2022, 04:35:01 PM
how was the gathering yesterday? anyone have any photo? wish I could have been there but I'm down in Florida. I hope everyone is healing.

https://instagram.com/stories/dead_on_arrival_/2869251111563955407?igshid=MDJmNzVkMjY=

Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: fineslime on June 26, 2022, 05:59:55 PM
https://www.instagram.com/p/CfRke89uJBb/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

beautiful.
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: zachslurp on June 27, 2022, 09:54:53 AM
a vid from Drew's event with family and friends -
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5-5QodAueqI&t=9s
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: fineslime on June 27, 2022, 02:07:09 PM
a vid from Drew's event with family and friends -
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5-5QodAueqI&t=9s

What an amazing turn out. I didn't expect anything less. I couldn't help but tear up watching his dad and his aunt speak. His dad said it best, "Andrew pulled the last laugh because he got everyone to come out and skate."

Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: Sativa Lung on June 29, 2022, 01:12:26 AM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j9EtmYz5IZs

RIP to a ripper.
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: fineslime on June 29, 2022, 05:07:17 AM
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j9EtmYz5IZs

RIP to a ripper.

one of a kind.
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: Sativa Lung on July 01, 2022, 03:20:38 AM
https://youtu.be/TYjuwJkF2Hk

Drew got #1 on the QS top 10 this week. Cool of them to show some much deserved love.
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: fineslime on July 01, 2022, 10:13:35 AM
https://youtu.be/TYjuwJkF2Hk

Drew got #2 on the QS top 10 this week. Cool of them to show some much deserved love.

This is so cool to see. He was actually #1 though! So deserved.
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: Sativa Lung on July 01, 2022, 11:18:32 AM
Expand Quote
https://youtu.be/TYjuwJkF2Hk

Drew got #2 on the QS top 10 this week. Cool of them to show some much deserved love.
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This is so cool to see. He was actually #1 though! So deserved.

Yeah that was a typo. Didn't catch it in my excitement to post after watching haha. Really rad of the QS guys to do.
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: jeffgrabowski on July 15, 2022, 12:27:44 PM
We (Andrews family) are overwhelmed with all the posts about him ❤️. He lived to ride, and be better each time. His passion and natural talent will be missed. Always remember him please as he was your friend and would do the same for any of you.
Thanks for letting me join so I could say a few words. Drew Forever

Jeff Grabowski & Fam.
(https://i.ibb.co/86MDTcb/FB-IMG-1655783475624.jpg) (https://ibb.co/86MDTcb)
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: decaf on July 16, 2022, 12:29:57 AM
You raised such an amazing and talented person, Jeff. Thinking of you and your family at this time as you all heal❤️.


We (Andrews family) are overwhelmed with all the posts about him ❤️. He lived to ride, and be better each time. His passion and natural talent will be missed. Always remember him please as he was your friend and would do the same for any of you.
Thanks for letting me join so I could say a few words. Drew Forever







Jeff Grabowski & Fam.
(https://i.ibb.co/86MDTcb/FB-IMG-1655783475624.jpg) (https://ibb.co/86MDTcb)
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: fineslime on July 18, 2022, 12:13:34 PM
https://gofund.me/4aa54f30

Here's the GoFundMe me Mr. Grabowski started in Andrew's name to turn Spencer Ormand Park into a legitimate skatepark. Does anyone have a contact or an inside to the Tony Hawk Foundation?? Lets get this in the right hands!!!
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: Sativa Lung on July 26, 2022, 04:27:35 PM
Bumping this to let you know that the Drew tribute decks are out. Limited run of 50, being sold through seasons skateshop, proceeds get donated. They go online at 8pm. This is a great chance to not only show some love but also get yourself a great deck in the process.

https://www.instagram.com/p/CgfT3_gJGBd/?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: Reed Richards on September 09, 2022, 07:42:35 AM
https://www.syracuse.com/living/2022/09/tales-of-drew-the-life-and-sudden-death-of-andrew-grabowski-syracuse-skate-legend.html
This article just got released. R.I.P. Drew
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: Allez_Jambon on September 23, 2022, 05:36:34 AM
This Sunday there'll be a skate jam or something starting around 2 then Andrew's latest part will be projected onto the Everson's wall at ~7. I've seen an edit of it and it's definitely his best work. Very impressive.

 It's likely to rain so I think folk'll be hanging out at Flower beforehand. I'll be driving back into town. See you there.

https://www.instagram.com/p/ChZpRMyOBIo/ (https://www.instagram.com/p/ChZpRMyOBIo/)
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: fineslime on September 25, 2022, 01:43:54 PM
This Sunday there'll be a skate jam or something starting around 2 then Andrew's latest part will be projected onto the Everson's wall at ~7. I've seen an edit of it and it's definitely his best work. Very impressive.

 It's likely to rain so I think folk'll be hanging out at Flower beforehand. I'll be driving back into town. See you there.

https://www.instagram.com/p/ChZpRMyOBIo/ (https://www.instagram.com/p/ChZpRMyOBIo/)

Can't wait to see photos/ clips from the event and I can't wait to see the part. Much love.
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: fineslime on September 26, 2022, 08:10:02 PM
I saw that the turn out for the event was pretty massive. Amazing to see the outpouring of love still taking place. Is Drew's part going to go online at any point? Can't wait to watch.
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: Donkey Lips on September 27, 2022, 09:14:59 AM
Yep. Here it is.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7UWI8JlVj1E (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7UWI8JlVj1E)
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: EdLawndale on September 28, 2022, 08:07:16 AM
RIP
Title: Re: Rest in Peace Andrew Grabowski 😢
Post by: Allez_Jambon on October 01, 2022, 08:57:56 AM
The event last Sunday had a great turnout despite the rain. I got into town a few hours ago and saw some of my oldest friends and many from all of the surrounding communities. His dad still remembered me through the years and we chatted a bit. At the end of the video, his dad released his the ashes into the Everson Fountain. Tuesday was his 30th birthday.

https://dailyorange.com/2022/09/syracuse-skaters-ages-congregate-memory-andrew-grabowski/ (https://dailyorange.com/2022/09/syracuse-skaters-ages-congregate-memory-andrew-grabowski/)

https://skate4drew.com/ (https://skate4drew.com/)

https://www.thrashermagazine.com/articles/trash/andrew-grabowski-at-everson-museum/ (https://www.thrashermagazine.com/articles/trash/andrew-grabowski-at-everson-museum/)

Included in that link ^ is an Everson only video that featured tons of people throughout the years and concluded with an Everson only Andrew part that was projected onto the walls of the museum all night.

Thanks for the turnout and I hope y'all out in Ft Myers are staying safe.