Andrew L. Holzwarth

Andrew (Andy) Loren Holzwarth, 51, of Altoona, KS, passed away on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, due to injuries sustained from a UTV accident. Andy was born on February 11, 1975, in Hoven, SD., the son of Loren and Bonnie (Vincent) Holzwarth. After graduating Gettysburg High School in 1993, Andy came to Kansas on a custom harvest crew, eventually attending Kansas State University, where he earned a Dual Bachelor of Science Degrees in Agronomy and Ag Tech Management in 2000. During his time at K State, he was deeply involved in Christian Challenge and the Wheat State Agronomy Club, forming lifelong friendships and growing in his faith in Jesus Christ. His passion for no till farming and agronomy was evident early, and he became a respected voice and leader in advancing no till practices across Kansas and beyond. Following graduation, Andy worked with Krone Equipment, Guetterman Brothers Family Farms, and John Deere before founding Bottom Line Agronomy in 2004. Through his consulting work, he provided farmers not only expert agronomic guidance, but also steady leadership, loyalty, and trusted friendship. Though humble about his accomplishments, Andy was widely recognized as a leader in progressive no till systems and was involved with organizations including No Till on the Plains and KARTA. On March 16, 2021, Andy married the love of his life, Danelle A. Brown. Andy had a remarkable capacity to love. His faith shaped every part of his life, and many came to know the Lord more deeply because of his example. He was known for his grace, loyalty, ability to listen, and genuine enthusiasm. He loved the open road, healthy green fields, well designed farm machinery, diesel pickups, good tires, teamwork, and time with friends. Andy will be remembered for his quiet strength, deep faith, and the abundant love he extended to others. He leaves behind family, friends, and a farming community better because he walked among them. Including his wife Danelle, Andy survives: Children: Charlee and Fischer Father: Loren Holzwarth of Aberdeen, SD Sisters: Laura Struck (Travis) of Fargo, ND Heidi Halmans (Jerome) of Weirsdale, FL Nieces: Casie Holzwarth, Fargo, ND Taylor and Tristyn Struck, Fargo, ND Ashley Halmans, Coventry, RI Nephew: Nathan Halmans, Weirsdale, FL Andy is preceded in death by: Mother Bonnie Vincent Holzwarth Grandparents: Art and Anna (Lassle) Holzwarth Rusty and Hazel (Taylor) Vincent A Celebration of Life service will be held on Friday, March 6, 2026, at 2:00 pm at Countryside Funeral Home in Fredonia. Immediately following the service all family and friends are invited to join the family for a meal and a time of sharing stories and memories at the Farm of Roger Huser, 3522 Harper Road, Fredonia, KS. To help carry forward Andy’s greatest work-his children, memorial gifts may be made to: Holzwarth Children and may be left with or mailed to the funeral home.

Andrew L. Holzwarth

February 11, 1975 - February 24, 2026