Mr. Andrews was born June 12, 1953, in Vermont, the son of the late, Vonda Louise (Bessette) and Richard G. Andrews Sr., was a heavy equipment mechanic, a U.S. Navy veteran and of the Methodist faith.
Surviving are his daughter and son-in-law, Ginnie and Jason Baines of Cartersville; grandchildren, Ashley Baines and Kaylee, Brittney and Lindsey (LuLu) Thacker; two sisters, Doreen Barrows and Janet Brunet of Virginia; brothers, Bernard, Gary and David Andrews of Vermont; his companion, Patricia Hight of Kingston; and her daughters, Tiara and Kimberly Hight.
A memorial service will be held Friday, July 16, at 6 p.m. at First Church, 610 N. Tennessee St., with Rev. Nathan Sanders officiating.
The family will receive friends at the church fellowship hall following the service.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to First Church, 610 N. Tennessee St., Cartersville, GA 30120.
Owen Funeral Home, 12 Collins Drive, Cartersville, is in charge of the arrangements.