Fred Andrews

1931 ∼ 2018

Fred Andrews, 87, of Port Arthur, passed away on January 22, 2018 at Harbor Hospice in Beaumont, Texas.

Born in Boston, New York, on January 12, 1931, he was the son of Bernell and Louise (Vogt) Andrews. Fred grew up on farms in Western New York and graduated from Springville Griffith Institute. After graduation he joined the U.S. Navy where he served on the USS New Jersey for the entire duration of the Korean War. Fred was a very patriotic and proud member of the VFW Post 4820 in Port Neches, Texas. He was a master carpenter, a gifted wood worker and he will always be remembered for his green thumb.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Bernell and Louise Andrews; brothers, Bud, Jerry, Billy and Gordon; sister, Joyce.

Fred is survived by his son, Brian Andres and his wife, LaDawn of Port Arthur; brothers, Pete, Ken, Larry and John Andrews; and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews from coast to coast.

Cremation will be held under the direction of Claybar Funeral Home and a celebration of his life will be held at a later date in Boston, New York.

Condolences

Jon N Shannon January 26, 2018

Uncle fritz extended his home to me when i was 19 years old for a couple months. We would often take trips to the store to pick up ingredients for ur famous stuffed peppers, as you told me stories of drawing your gun on a bunch of illegals who decided to set up camp in ur front yard. Thank you for ur hospitality and your wonderful sense of humor uncle fritz. Wish i could of stayed in Texas longer. RIP

Liz Rhow January 25, 2018

When my dog Dutchess died Uncle Fritz made her a casket and spray painted it gold and lined it with an old drape. I was about 12 and I don't think he knew how much this meant to me. Also I still have the table and 2 chairs he made for my daughter 30 years ago. Now my granddaughter use them. Will miss your weekly phone call. Your niece Liz