Joseph Arnold Andrews

Joseph Arnold Andrews, a wonderful father and grandfather, 82, of Nelsonville, passed away Saturday, October 10, 2015 at his residence. He was born August 30, 1933 in Athens County, son of the late Carl J. and Mildred “Minnie” Arnold Andrews. Joseph was married July 6, 1952 to Mildred Louise Wend Andrews, who survives.

He retired from the United States Postal Service and was a Marine Corps Veteran of the Korean Conflict. Joseph was employed by Seniors of Athens County, attended Nelsonville Wesleyan Church and Oak Grove Wesleyan Church and was a member of the Athens Fish and Game Club. He was the former president of the Nelsonville York City School Board.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his children, Kent (Debbie) Andrews, Wendy (Larry) Hysell, Robin (Doug) Meyer, Duane (Lynn) Andrews and Jason (Michelle) Andrews, all of Nelsonville; grandchildren, Megan (Jason) Stypinski, Meriah (Michael) Bond, Michael Andrews, Katy (Ryan) Elliott, Jennifer (Eric) Douglas, Samantha (Ethan) Burchfield, Isaiah Andrews, Isaac Andrews and Noah Andrews; great grandchildren, Brynnen, Hayden, Tyson, Bradon, Morrison, Jaxon and Lydia and three nephews.

Joseph was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Charles and Clyde Andrews and sister, Rosemary Andrews.

Joseph’s wishes were to be cremated. Arrangements are by Souers-Cardaras Funeral Home, 46 Fayette St., Nelsonville.

Please sign his online guestbook at www.cardaras.com