09/13/2026
Important information from the Bus Doctor family.
We’ve heard from the “Bus Doctor family”, and we have information regarding Andrew’s services. Please read this in its entirety as there is very important information that we all need to know and abide by.
I respectfully and firmly request that you respect Emma’s (and Andrew’s) wishes.
This will be a CELEBRATION of Andrew’s life!
Show up wearing Hawaiian shirts or silly slogan shirts. Shorts/pants/skirts are required. We want to see your best smile and hear your laughter from across the way. Be casual. Be comfortable. Perhaps even a backward baseball hat like we always saw him in. Bring along your favorite Andrew stories, prepare to share and make new friends.
The family requests that any physical photos, mementos and memories be brought along that day so we can gather them together.
Electronic messages and pictures can be sent to [email protected]. This email will remain open indefinitely, so keep them coming. His family welcomes them.
Bring along a comfy folding/camping chair, as we will be there for a while. The venue doesn’t have enough seats for all of us.
Pack food for yourself as there are not food services on site. We are working on getting food trucks, but no guarantees at this time. (We will update as we learn more). You may also have food delivered.
Do NOT bring any outside beverages onto the property. This is Virginia state law. All beverages must be purchased onsite.
If you are going to enjoy adult beverages, please arrange for a designated driver in advance or have a hotel room nearby booked.
Host hotel - Hollywood Casino at Charles Town. We are working on a booking code for preferential pricing. As soon as we have it, complete hotel information, including booking code, will be posted.
Shuttle service will be available courtesy of Quick’s Bus exclusively from Hollywood Casino. It will not be stopping at other hotels, only Hollywood. (Remember a couple bucks for your bus drivers please).
First shuttle will depart at 2:45pm to go to the venue. From there, they will make continual loops between the hotel and vineyard. It’s approximately a 30 minute loop for one vehicle. If need is high enough, we will add a second vehicle to accommodate, and they will run opposite one another to shorten wait times.
The venue CAN NOT accommodate outside Motorcoaches. Feel free to carpool in non-CDL sized vehicles. They’re not equipped for all of our buses and buses will be turned away.
Yes, we will celebrate his love for the motorcoach world at another time when it all works. Promise.
This is an adults only venue. Everyone must be over the age of 21 and have your valid ID with you if you wish to purchase alcohol.
The Celebration of Life for our beloved Bus Doctor, Andrew Wagner, will be held on Thursday, September 24, 2026 at Notaviva Farm Brewery and Winery. 13274 Sagle Road, Purcellville, VA 20132. It begins at 3pm.
***The family specifically does not want the media notified or invited. Please help us to shield their daughters from media by NOT posting any pictures or name mentions that include the girls.***
Please share and cross post to those who you feel would want to attend. Social media and word of mouth is the best way to get the word out.
****If you have questions for me…please ask them in the Facebook group “Motorcoach Operators” OR private message me if you’re not part of that group. I’m trying to keep questions and answers centralized for everyone, and to avoid repeating myself over and over. I cannot guarantee that I’ll see questions elsewhere.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the GoFundMe that has been established for Emma and the girls. It can be found at:
https://www.gofundme.com/f/with-love-for-andrew-wagner-the-bus-doctor
Thank for your outpouring of love and support for Andrew’s family!