Captain Andy Dywan, 65, of Ninety Six, husband of Dianne Shubert Dywan, passed away Friday, May 15, 2026.

  Born in Oroville, CA, he was a son of Andrew Frank Dywan and the late Carol Sutton Dywan. Andy was a dedicated and accomplished mariner whose life was marked by a deep passion for the sea, the outdoors, and a distinguished career in offshore drilling operations. From an early stage, he demonstrated a strong connection to maritime life. Upon graduating from Kings Point, he embarked on his professional journey as a deckhand for Starline Corporation aboard the M/V Star of Chicago, a cruise vessel operating out of Navy Pier. This role involved seasonal duties that included relocating the vessel to St. Petersburg Beach, Florida, during winter months—a testament to his commitment and adaptability. In February 1984, Andy began a significant chapter of his career with Global Marine Drilling Co., where he remained for two decades. During this time, he gained invaluable experience serving aboard drill ships and semi-submersibles in a variety of roles—Roustabout, Ballast Control Operator, Bosun, Stability Technician, 3rd Mate, 2nd Mate, Bargemaster, Chief Mate, and Offshore Installation Manager (OIM). His extensive expertise took him to challenging environments, including the North Sea, the Gulf of Mexico, and offshore locations in Brazil and Indonesia. His tenure at Global Marine coincided with major corporate transitions: the merger with Santa Fe in 2001 forming Global Santa Fe Drilling Company, and later the 2007 consolidation with Transocean Offshore Drilling Company. Andy’s leadership and seafaring skills culminated in his promotion to Master/OIM in April 2004 aboard the DP drill ship GSF CR Luigs. Subsequently, he transferred to the Development Driller 1 as OIM in December 2005. He continued to advance and excel as Master and Offshore Installation Manager on various dynamic positioning (DP) drillships and semi-submersible rigs until his retirement in May 2016 from the position of Master aboard the M/V Discoverer Inspiration. Beyond his professional endeavors, Andy was known for his love of the outdoors. He cherished working outside, boating, hiking, reading, and spending time in the mountains. His affinity for being on ships overshadowed many; the sea was not just his workplace but also his enduring passion. Andy’s service extended beyond the maritime domain. He served with commitment as a 2nd Lieutenant in the Naval Reserve, following graduation from Kings Point, exemplifying his dedication to his country and his steady sense of responsibility. He was preceded in death by an nephew, Nathan Nabors. Surviving in addition to his wife and his father; are his fur babies, Stanley, Malone, Stella, Rosie and GiGi; a sister, Julie Marie Weese (Jeff); a brother, Duke Andrew Dywan; a niece, Jada Neeley (Daniel); nephews, Lt. Col. Joseph Dywan (Amanda), Jacob Nabors (Gina) and Aaron Nabors; a brother-in-law, Jim and Alison Shubert and their children, Grayson Shubert, Jackson Shubert (Lora) and Campbell Baker (Andrew); along with several extended family and friends. A memorial service will be held 2:00 pm on Wednesday, May 27, 2026, at Harley Funeral Home Chapel.

  The family will receive friends before the service at the funeral home from 1:00-2:00 pm.

  Memorials may be made to Boxer Butts and Other Mutts by visiting www.boxerbuttsandothermutts.org/donate or the Faith Home, https://faithhome.networkforgood.com/projects/179744-main-giving-page