1959
2017
Mary Eileen Moosa Andrews, 58, died Friday, March 17, 2017, surrounded by loved ones and friends following a brief yet valiant battle with cancer. A native of Eunice, Louisiana, she had been a resident of the greater New Orleans area for the past 28 years. She relished the joys of New Orleans, particularly Carnival, and was a member of the Krewe of Muses.
A talented and accomplished singer and actress, Eileen had been involved in community and civic theaters in Eunice, Natchitoches, Lafayette, Lake Charles and New Orleans, and was part of an Acadiana ensemble that traveled to New York City to present a series of Louisiana-based plays. Traveling was also a favorite endeavor, particularly visits to the Gulf Coast, the Florida Keys, New York and Walt Disney World.
For several years, she was the music director at St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Eunice.
She was an alumna of St. Edmund High School in Eunice, Saint Joseph College in Renssalear, Indiana, and attended Louisiana State University at Eunice.
Eileen is survived by her husband of 32 years, Victor M. Andrew of Metairie; her daughter, Caroline E. Andrews of Metairie; mother-in-law, Nell Wilkinson Andrews of Denton, Texas; sisters- and brothers-in-law Valerie J. Andrews of Metairie, Scott and Patricia Lasell Andrews of Denton, Texas, and Glenn and Casandra Butler Andrews of Mobile, Alabama; nieces and nephews Bonnie, Kathleen and Søren Andrews of Denton, Texas, and Joseph and Emily Rose Andrews of Mobile, Alabama; and treasured friends and family.
She was preceded in death by her parents, James Ronald and Mary Patricia Riordan Moosa of Eunice; and her father-in-law, Glenn L. Andrews of Gonzales.
Services in celebration of Eileen will be held at a later date. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society, St. Edmund School or Team Gleason.
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March 29, 2017
My sympathy to the family. As Jesus looked to the Heavenly Father for strength and power in his time of sorrow,may you do the same. John 11:39-44
March 24, 2017
Mary Lou Atkinson
Victor, I am so sorry. My heart goes out to you and Caroline.
March 23, 2017
I am sorry for your loss. May prayer comfort you.
1 Thessalonians 5:17 "Pray constantly."
March 23, 2017
My condolences to the family,may the words at 1peter5:7 comfort you in knowing that God really does care about you in this time of grief
March 21, 2017
Jay
My sincere condolences to the family for the loss of your loved one. May prayers strengthen you and memories comfort you and may our Lord Jesus christ and God our father who loves us comfort your hearts and " make you firm " ( 2 Thessalonians 2 : 16, 17 ).
March 20, 2017
Morris Ardoin
Sweet, talented angel, Eileen! I still feel that powerful hug you gave me when you drove up to my U-Haul and were the last person to bid me bon voyage the day I moved from Carrollton Avenue to the East Village, NY, 26 years ago. I believe we each have a unique and personal heaven where the people who made us feel something truly special on this earth will join us for eternity. You will definitely be in my heaven. xoxo!
March 20, 2017
Renee Veillon Duplechain
My deepest sympathy and prayers go out to you Victor and Caroline. Eileen will be remembered fondly for such good times at the Eunice Players Theatre and at St Edmund's. May she Rest In Peace now. ✝
March 20, 2017
Butch & Clara Fontenot
May our LORD BLESS Eileen's Family and friends in this trying time! Enjoyed our time with Victor and Eileen in our years together in the Eunice, LA players theatre!
March 20, 2017
Robert Lane
Victor, so very very sorry for your loss. my prayers are with you and family during this sad time.....
March 20, 2017
Debbi Ardoin
I will forever cherish so many great memories. My thoughts are with you Victor, Caroline, Val and your entire family.
March 20, 2017
Love to your family. Rest in peace, beautiful Eileen.
March 19, 2017
Melaine Wagner
Her smile, sweet voice, and love for life will forever be remembered. My love, thoughts, and prayers to Victor and Caroline.
March 19, 2017
Katrina Ferreira
You welcomed me like family for Carnival. You will always remain a Muse for me, Eileen. Love to all your family and friends.
March 19, 2017
Missy and Steve Benoit
The music in Heaven has just become sweeter because Eileen has gained her angel wings. Rest well, beloved girl. Our sympathy to the entire family.
March 19, 2017
Ellen McCusker
Thank you for making every carnival memorable. I will miss you so much, Ms. Eileen.
March 19, 2017
May God's loving kindness and comfort help you and your family through this very sad time Psalms 29:11
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