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Darrell Andrews Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 28, 2013.

Darrell R. Andrews, 78, of West Lafayette, Ohio, formerly of The Plains and Athens, Ohio, passed away on Thursday, January 24, 2013 at Lafayette Pointe Nursing and Rehabilitation Center following a long illness. He was born in Athens County on February 12, 1934, the son of the late Clifford and Sylvia (McVay) Andrews. Darrell graduated from The Plains High School and attended Ohio University. He retired after 43 years with AEP (formerly Columbus Southern Power) Conesville, being one of the first employees at the startup of the Conesville plant in 1957. Darrell was a past member of the Toastmasters Club in Coshocton, member of the Building Committee of Ridgewood High School in 1968 and 2003; he was an active supporter of numerous Ridgewood Music Booster activities, donating many hours of time; was an 11 year member of the Ridgewood Music Boosters, drove the band bus, managed the fair stand for five years, and President of PTO. Darrell also enjoyed traveling the United States in his motorhome. On August 28, 1953 he married Betty (Brown) Andrews, who survives. In addition to his wife of 59 years, Darrell is survived by his two sons, Brian (Kathy) Andrews of Newcomerstown, Ohio, and Mark (Karen) Andrews of West Lafayette, Ohio; one daughter, Lora Jean (Terry) Davis of Dover, Ohio; grandchildren, Amanda (Damion) Balog of Salt Lake City, Utah, Malinda (Fiancé Anderson Reinheimer) Adams of Grove City, Ohio, Ryan Andrews of Newark, Ohio, Kyle Andrews of West Lafayette, Ohio, and Mark Davis of Dover, Ohio; great grandchildren, Matthew Reinheimer and Quinna Balog; sister, Betty (Dan) Bowden of Tallahassee, Florida; step-brothers, Rick (Joy) Douglas of Athens, Ohio, and Tom (Ramona) Douglas of Galloway, Ohio; and numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews. In addition to his parents, Darrell is preceded in death by his step-mother, Adrienne "Peg" Andrews; step-sister, Patricia Howard; and one infant brother. Visitation will be held at Given-Dawson Funeral Home on Monday, January 28, 2013 from 4-7pm and one hour prior to the service on Tuesday. Funeral services will be held in the Chapel of Given-Dawson Funeral Home on Tuesday, January 29, 2013 at 11:00am with Pastor Bryan Kittner officiating. Burial will follow at Fairfield Cemetery in West Lafayette, Ohio. Memorial contributions can be made to the Coshocton Community Choir, 142 N 4th Street, Coshocton, OH 43812. An online memorial can be viewed at www.given-dawsonfuneralhome.com.

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February 2, 2013

Barb Fortner

Darrell was always such a kind and soft spoken person whom I will always remember from AEP. He was such a nice person and he will be missed. My deepest sympathy to all his family.

February 2, 2013

Keith and Kerry Shriver

Mark, so sorry to hear of your fathers passing. Our prayers are with you and all your family.

January 30, 2013

L. June Miller

Betty and family; My prayers are with each one of you. It hurts so bad but he no longer is in any pain etc. Darrell and Betty were so much fun to work with at school functions and also the W.L. squad auxiliary. Great people giving you many wonderful memories for you to cherish.My sympathy to each of you. L. June Miller

January 28, 2013

Sarah Fox

Dear Betty, I am so sorry for your loss.

January 28, 2013

Rick Starcher

Mark,Please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss

January 28, 2013

Travis Williams

Mark,

We are sorry for your loss! Stay strong and find comfort in family, friends and God !!

Love,
Travis & Robin

January 28, 2013

RIONDA BARNES

BRAIN,KATHY AND FAMILY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR LOSS. TAKE CARE.

January 28, 2013

Betty and family - I am so sorry for your loss. But always remember what a life he had! He made a mark on this world that you can be proud of. Love you Betty.......

January 28, 2013

Mark ,Karen and family,
So sorry for your loss.You will be in our prayers as you go through this difficult time.

Don and Donna Carpenter

January 28, 2013

Brian and Kathy im sorry for your loss. Dee and Jarrett Tahyi

January 28, 2013

Jeff Hardesty

January 27, 2013

Suzanne Douglas

We are so sorry for your loss. May you find peace and comfort in this time of grief.

January 27, 2013

Dawn McLaughlin

Mark and family, so sorry for your loss. May God bless you and your family.

January 27, 2013

Bill Barnes

Betty,Lora,Mark and Brian and families;
Please find peace and comfort in knowing that Darrell is resting in loving arms.

January 27, 2013

Frank and Ellen Mathews

Sorry for your loss and our prayers are with you.

January 27, 2013

Frank and Ellen Mathews

January 27, 2013

Damon & Kathy Gould

January 27, 2013

Judy Atha

Mark and family, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy with the loss of your father.

January 27, 2013

Larry & Carolyn Barr

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

January 27, 2013

Raymond & Diana Kirker

January 27, 2013

Darrel was never my Boss but just the same, he would stop by every morning, on his way in to see if I needed any thing.Never a cross word and always quick with a smile. Rest in pease my old friend.....Raymond Kirker

January 27, 2013

janie layton

i write this with a heavy heart..you are at peace my friend... you will be missed

January 27, 2013

janie layton

Remembering your great love story today and always.

January 27, 2013

Howard & Marlene Johnson

Darrell was my boss for several years and I have high resoect for him. He was fair in all ways and I enjoyed being a work friend. Howard Johnson

January 27, 2013

Willie & Judy Jones

January 27, 2013

Sorry for your loss & our prayers are with you Norm & RuthAnn

January 27, 2013

Lori Stockon

Lora, Terry and Mark ~
Please know that we are thinking of you guys in this time of sorrow.
Your Neighbors ~
Lee, Lori and Aaryn Stockon

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