Obituary for Russell J. "Butch" Andrews at Barnett Funeral Home

Russell J. "Butch" Andrews

Obituary Announcement

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Born:

April 20, 1939

Died:

Aug. 1, 2012

Services:

No Visitation

Services:

Service: Sat. at 11:00 AM

Russell J. "Butch" Andrews, 73, of 174 Valley View Rd, Emporium died at UPMC-Hamot Medical Center, Erie on Wednesday (August 1, 2012) morning.

He was born April 20, 1939 in Hughesville, PA a son of the late Russell and Ruby Brown Andrews.

On September 22, 1960 he married S. Jane Fackender Andrews, who Survives.

Mr. Andrews graduated from Cameron County High School in the class of 1957 and then served with the US Navy from 1957 to 1963. He retired from Norfolk Southern railroad, in 2004, where he was a foreman for many years. He was president of the Russell Hollow Hunting Club. He was the cook for many years at the Drum and Henry Fishing Derby, and helped extensively with many of the programs put on by Cameron County Outdoor Youth Activities, especially the programs held at Andrews farm. He was a member of the Bucktail Rod and Gun Club, National Rifle Association and Quality Deer Management. He was also a member of the VFW in Emporium. Butch was a avid hunter and enjoyed all aspects of the outdoors. He mostly enjoyed spending his time outdoors in the Salt Run area where he grew up on the family farm and learned to hunt and fish.

Surviving

In addition to S. Jane Fackender Andrews

Daughter: Shelley Slottje and her husband Peter, Emporium

Daughter: Heather Kite and her husband Brian, Emporium

Son: Randy Andrews, Emporium

5 Grandchildren Amandy Dempsey, Daniel Slottje, Nicholas & Amber Thwing & Blake Andrews

1 Great Grandson: Hunter Dempsey

Sister: Donna Loncosky and her husband Ardell, Seneca Falls, NY

Brother: Ronald Andrews and his wife Kay Ann, Emporium

Preceded in Death By

Parents: Russell and Ruby Brown Andrews

There will be No Visitation.

Memorial Service will be held at the Christian & Missionary Alliance Church, Sizerville Road on Saturday, (August 18, 2012) at 11:00 AM with Rev. Mark Conklin, Pastor, officiating.

Burial will be in the Portage Township Cemetery, Emporium, PA

Memorial Contributions may be made to the Cameron County Ambulance Service, 299 E. Second St., Emporium, PA 15834

Online Condolences may be placed at www.BarnettFuneralHome.net

BARNETT FUNERAL HOME, Inc. entrusted with arrangements.

Wed, 08/15/2012 - 20:36 — veronica

I'm so sorry about Butch.. I

I'm so sorry about Butch.. I loved that guy.. he always made me laugh and loved to pick on me.. i'm gonna miss him.. stay strong u guys! thoughts and prayers are with u!!

Tue, 08/14/2012 - 20:31 — Joe Kaehler

To the Andrews family,

To the Andrews family, Our sympathies to you following the loss of Butch. My mother, Louise Brown Kaehler, was first cousin to Butch. Over the years at family reunions and later when my brothers and I bought the camp in Betula that was once my grandfather's ( Charles Brown), we really enjoyed talking with Butch and hearing stories of the great northwoods. We will miss him dearly and will always have a fond memory of him and his parents, Ruby and Russ, who passed away before him. Our sympathies to all of the family. Joe Kaehler

Mon, 08/13/2012 - 17:09 — Richard Hoover

So sorrry to read about

So sorrry to read about Butch's passing... We went in the service together on the buddy plan, but that lasted till we got off the bus. Will miss seeing him at the class reunion in September but we will surely be thinking of him ... Take care ...RH

Sun, 08/12/2012 - 19:09 — Mary Farrell Price

Dear Jane and family, We were

Dear Jane and family, We were very sorry to hear of Butch's passing. It was good to see him our 50th class reunion. We will miss him at the 55th in September. God Bless! Mary Farrell Price and Ed Price

Thu, 08/09/2012 - 20:40 — Robin

My thoughts and prayers are

My thoughts and prayers are with you. He will be missed by many.

Wed, 08/08/2012 - 14:56 — Stacey Stoner, Chelsea and Christopher

Heather ~ So very sorry about

Heather ~ So very sorry about your dad....although I did not know him personally, I felt I did through stories that you shared with me. My deepest sympathy to your entire family. Always remember that it is not goodbye, it is until we meet again. May the memories that you have of him give you strength and may God comfort you through this very difficult time.

Wed, 08/08/2012 - 07:29 — Phil and Kim Jones

So sorry to hear about Butch

So sorry to hear about Butch passing. Whenever anyone was around him there was always a lot of smiles and laughter. He was a quiet and active volunteer for many youth activities and his shoes will be hard to replace. We will surely miss him.

Tue, 08/07/2012 - 22:21 — Rob Mckeirnan

So sorry to hear of Butch's

So sorry to hear of Butch's passing. Lots of memories as a child. He will be missed by many. Prayers to his family.

Tue, 08/07/2012 - 21:07 — Jerry & Marie Woods

Jane and family, our thoughts

Jane and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Butch will be missed by all that knew him.

Mon, 08/06/2012 - 07:23 — Bernie Oswald

I will always have such good

I will always have such good memories of Butch. Sincere condolences to Jane, Donna, Ron and all of the family.

Sun, 08/05/2012 - 16:41 — Carol

Jane..I am so sorry to hear

Jane..I am so sorry to hear about your husband. You told me of his problems at the Alumni but still this is a shock. Know that our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family. Carol Cummings Frank

Sun, 08/05/2012 - 15:38 — Barbara Ryan

Jane and Family I am so

Jane and Family I am so sorry for your loss. Butch always left me with a smile. I am grateful that I had time to know him. Our love to you all. Fr Matt and Barb Ryan

Sun, 08/05/2012 - 15:09 — Bev (Doud) Stewart

Dear

Dear Jane,Shelly,Heather,Randy and Ronnie and your family, What a Great Guy Butch was to our Family. We was so lucky to call him a true friend. My Love to all.

Sun, 08/05/2012 - 12:01 — Jim and Rose Moore

We are very sorry for your

We are very sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you.

Sun, 08/05/2012 - 11:44 — Bill Pearson

I only had the opportunity to

I only had the opportunity to get to know Butch the last couple years helping at the Fishing Derby and the Pheasant hunts, what a great person he was. My thoughts and prayers to the family, he will be missed.

Sat, 08/04/2012 - 12:24 — Donna Berry Artzer

Butch was a very dear

Butch was a very dear classmate of mine. I have wonderful memories of our school years together. Please remember that God had a luxurious place prepared for him in heaven. The lights were on, and the table set. Death is not the joyless end of our lives, it's the beginning of endless joy. As we prepare for our 55th Class Reunion in September...I know our classmates that have moved to Heaven will be with us celebrating. Your Father's life was full of love and joy which he pass on to everyone...

Sat, 08/04/2012 - 10:00 — mike zerbe

So sorry for your loss as

So sorry for your loss as Butch was loved by everyone he knew.I did know him years ago when younger .He was ome good guy.Bless you all .

Sat, 08/04/2012 - 05:30 — Deb Hallowell

I was so sorry to hear about

I was so sorry to hear about Butch, he sure was one of a kind. I will be thinking of you all during this difficult time.

Fri, 08/03/2012 - 23:09 — SherryD

Butch was absolutely one of

Butch was absolutely one of my favorite customers. He always had a smile and a word or two of sarcasm to share! I will really miss him. My heartfelt sympathy to Jane and to Shelley, Pete and the whole family on your loss.

Fri, 08/03/2012 - 20:57 — Betty Vogel

Love and prayers for you all

Love and prayers for you all at this time.

Fri, 08/03/2012 - 14:14 — Pauline Leavitt KelleyAnonymous

I am Kathy Dolan aunt Pauline

I am Kathy Dolan aunt Pauline Leavitt Kelley. I did not know Butch but have heard from John and Kathy what a wonderful person he was I know they are so sad and I just want the family to know I am praying for you. Jeus loves you and will help you through this time.

Fri, 08/03/2012 - 12:34 — Jeff and Teresa Diegelman

We are sorry for your loss,

We are sorry for your loss, you are all in our prayers.

Fri, 08/03/2012 - 09:42 — Anonymous

I am so sorry to hear of your

I am so sorry to hear of your loss of your dad, father,grandfather. I will miss his wit and friendliness. Barb Grimone

Thu, 08/02/2012 - 20:35 — Patty Nevins

my thought and prayers are

my thought and prayers are with you and your family at this time of your loss.

Thu, 08/02/2012 - 20:25 — Dudge & Wendy

Our thought's and prayer's

Our thought's and prayer's are with you, Butch will be sadly missed.

Thu, 08/02/2012 - 20:06 — Ann &Fred Bignell

Butch was a friend and

Butch was a friend and classmate. We are sorry to hear of his passing. We extend our sympathy to his family and we will keep them in our thoughts and prayers. May you feel God's comfort at this time.

Thu, 08/02/2012 - 19:37 — Dave & Kim Hallowell

Shelley, Randy & Heather so

Shelley, Randy & Heather so sorry to about your dad. I will miss him riding past my mom's house waving and beeping the horn. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your family.

Thu, 08/02/2012 - 19:12 — Duck Armstrong

Butch was a good friend and

Butch was a good friend and classmate. We'll miss him.eR

Thu, 08/02/2012 - 19:06 — Duck Armstrong

Butch was a great classmate.

Butch was a great classmate. We'll miss him.

Thu, 08/02/2012 - 18:59 — Leo & Ethel Hanes

Our class of 1957 and our

Our class of 1957 and our community has lost a very special member. Butch was a down-to-earth, honest, hardworking, and fun person. We always remember him having a kind word and a happy smile. Sincere Sympathy to all of your family. Ethel & Leo Hanes

Thu, 08/02/2012 - 18:39 — Karen Ramsey

I so miss listening to Butch

I so miss listening to Butch and Bill Milton talk, or should I saw yell, at each other. The stories, the language, well I don't have to tell you, you know what I'm talking about. I have to laugh thinking of them two now. Heaven won't be the same with them two up there. What a great guy Butch was. I have fond memories of him. My prayers to all of his family.

Thu, 08/02/2012 - 17:10 — Dale and Alice Slottje

We are so saddened by Butch's

We are so saddened by Butch's passing. He will be missed by all who knew him. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Thu, 08/02/2012 - 15:49 — Heidi Garner

Shelley,Heather and Ronney

Shelley,Heather and Ronney sorry to hear about your dad. He was a joy to be around and will be missed.Please tell your mom that I am thinking of her at this time and remember God only takes the best.Shelley stay strong and know that you are in my thoughts always.God Bless

Thu, 08/02/2012 - 15:46 — The Cokely's

We are so sorry to hear about

We are so sorry to hear about the loss of Butch. Please know you are all in our thoughts and prayers!

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