William George Andrews, Jr.
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Clarks Hill, SC--It is with profound sadness that the family of Colonel William George Andrews Jr., announce his peaceful passing on Tuesday, April 27, 2021, at the age of 90 years old. Colonel Andrews was a native of Mt. Vernon, NY, and was the son of the late William and Victoria Andrews. He was a retired U.S. Army Colonel. He was the commander of the 32nd Signal Battalion in Germany. Colonel Andrews was assigned to the Joint-Chief of Staff at the Pentagon in Washington, DC. Among his decorations, he was awarded the Bronze Star Medal, and the Legion of Merit Award. Colonel Andrews was a well rounded, educated, and articulate man. He was an avid fan of Wonder Woman, John Wayne, and the LA Dodgers. A true multifaceted individual whose fantastic sense of humor, love for family and friends, and tough spirit serves as testimony unto his life.
Survivors include sons and daughters-in-law Joseph William (Diane) Andrews, Jeffrey William (Tonya) Andrews; daughters and sons-in-law Elizabeth Ann (Troy) Barfield, Kathleen Andrews Paschall, Shannon (Greg) Shaffer; several loving brothers and sisters and their spouses, numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and a great-great grandchild. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Victoria Helen Andrews, grandson, Cayden Shaffer and son-in-law, Ronald Paschall.
A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated at 1PM on Friday, April 30, 2021, at St. Teresa of Avila Catholic Church. Interment followed in Westover Memorial Park. Pallbearers were Matthew Barfield, Chandler Kosh, Chad Robertson, Parker, Tyler, and Kameron Stampley. Honorary pallbearers were the Clarks Hill Fire Department.
The family would like to thank the caregivers of Alliance Hospice and Ryan Barfield.
Memorial donations may be made to: Humane Society of McCormick County.