Service Details
Family and friends are invited to meet in the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Monday, November 2, 2020 for a visitation from 5-7 p.m.
A service will be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2020 at 11:00 a.m.
ATLANTA, GA (FORMERLY OF RACINE) – Jerry Andrews, age 57, passed away on Sunday, October 18, 2020 at Select Specialty Hospital in Atlanta, GA.
Jerry was born on June 10, 1963 to the late Julie (Diz) Blannon. Jerry resided with his Aunt Bessie (Nanny) Andrews. He was a 1981 graduate of Park High School, and attended college in Minnesota, Texas and Milwaukee, WI.
Jerry loved and enjoyed playing basketball. He was an amazing coach and trainer. Jerry was an avid basketball trainer to many and was very passionate about working with children/teenagers in the community. Not only was he their trainer he also mentored them about life lessons. Jerry had the opportunity to train several great nieces and nephews. He enjoyed watching basketball and football, his energy and presence filled the room with laughter and joy. Jerry played in two plays, produced by his late friend Keith Fenderson. Jerry also loved listening to jazz and was a really good cook. He had a great sense of humor and was a man of great character and integrity. If you were having a bad day or felt down, he had a way of getting you to smile or to make you laugh so you felt better. He was one of a kind and showed love for everyone he came in contact with.
He leaves to cherish his memories, Son Jerell Andrews and Granddaughter. His sisters Julia (Judy) Andrews, Joann Andrews, Joyce (Arthur) McGee, Phynell (John) Branch, 24 nieces and nephews and numerous great-nieces/nephews. He is further survived by his Special niece, Bessie Meyer his game day partner, Special Friend Sandra Merriweather, best friends, Calvin Martin, Jay Lockridge and Felix Rogers and a host of cousins and friends.
Jerry was preceded in death by his mother Julie (Diz) Blannon, Special Aunt Bessie Andrews, Uncle Champion Andrews, Grandmother Emma Andrews, Sisters Billie Jean Conner and Jackie Blackburn and nephews Corey and Phydell Andrews.
Family and friends are invited to meet in the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Monday, November 2, 2020 for a visitation from 5-7 p.m. A service will be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2020 at 11:00 a.m.
Lillian Boykin and family says
My deepest condolences too the family May God Bless you.
The Hodges family says
Condolences and prayers
Cherry&Linda Campbell, [Kenosha) says
To the Adrews family at a time like this our deepest condolences and prayers 🙏🙏🙏
Sandra Merriweather says
Condolences to the Andrews Family, Jerry was a very compassionate, kind, understanding, peaceful and most of all loving person that I have ever crossed path with in my life. Jerry will always be remembered in my heart. Blessings.. Sandy Merriweather and Family 💙🙏
Rina L. says
Deepest Sympathies during this time to son, and entire family.
Kimberly mitchell says
To the Andrew family we send our deepest condolences Jerry was a great man we are praying for your family!!! God Bless.
Sheila N Grandy says
My condolences to Jerry’s family, may God be with you all during this time, 🙏💞
stacy Hunter & Ronald f Robinson Sr says
Jerry you fought as long as you could will be miss deeply i sent you arrangements too the funeral home from me and my family they say give flowers when u alive but I had too pass that saying up lol gone too soon one of the racine realist leader to alot of family kids who play basketball from the late 70 to 2020 rip jerry Andrews !!!!
Dadra Lockridge says
My condolences to the family. My heart hurts but God knows best. Rest easy Jerry, love always,
Lil sis,
Dadra ❤️
Stacey Moore & Family says
Condolences to be Andrews family. Sorry for your loss
Rachelle Swanson says
Sending my prayers and condolences to the family.
James Billingsley says
My condolences to the Andrew family during this time. To my friend and basketball teammates from back in the late 70’s. He will be missed by all the Washington Park HS Panthers. Praying for Joyce and the rest of his family. Missed but not forgotten.
Ramona Drane says
My condolences to the Andrews family.God bless
Reba Liggins says
May God keep his loving arms wrapped around my family during this time of need. In peace may you rest Jerry
BUB HICKS AND FAMILY says
R.I.P. BROTHA WHAT A ATHLETE.
Danette Barnes says
A very special person. Gone way to soon. When it came to basketball he was untouchable.
Rev. Della Buckley says
My prayers are with you during this time of remembrance and reflections…RIP!
Kerry Glover says
Jerry you will be truly missed my brother from another mother. I’ve always looked at you as another baby brother. You’ve lived a GREAT fight. In my estimation you fulfilled your commitment with GOD. May you rest in peace. Salam Alakem.
Dennis A. Thompson says
My prayers and condolences goes out to the Andrew family. Jerry was always there to help and put a smile on your face. Rest easy Jerry Andrews!
Brenda Wilson says
My sincere condolences to the Andrews family.
Bodi says
Man JA🏀 Love U Thanks For Everything You Did RNHIP 🙏😭
Demetrius powell says
Sorry for your lost hope that God keep you through this sad time my condolences to family he with the Lord now safe in his arms
Demetrius powell says
Sorry for your lost my deepest condolences to the family may Jerry Rest in Peace with GOD
Jean Johnson says
Known you all my life but we had great talks and laughs at St. Paul Gardens. Gonna miss you my friend Rest Peacefully.
Bobby Walls says
To the Andrews family I offer my sincerest condolences, I grew up w Jerry and the rest of the Andrew’s family. My fondest memory of Jerry was watching him play A Squad for Mitchell. Your loss is heavens gain. Keep your heads in the bosom of God and you’ll find Peace. Bobby Walls-Birmingham, Alabama
The Hooker Family says
My Condolences To The Family…He Will Be Greatly Missed
Lisa Farr says
TO MY DEAR COUSIN’S SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS GONE TO SOON I CAN SAY ONLY THE DEAR LORD WILL HELP YOU THROUGH THIS STORM ONE DAY AT TIME JUST LIKE THE SONG ONE DAY AT A TIME SWEET JESUS IS ALL IAM ASKING FROM YOU! !!!!!!! GOD BLESS YOU PHYNELL AND FAMILY LOVE FROM LISA AND FAMILY
Bowden Family says
Condolences from my family to yours..❤️…Blessings ~
Marvin Booker and Dazerien Hicks says
My deepest condolences to the Andrews Family
Melody McMorris says
My condolences to the family praying from Melody McMorris and family
Tammi Mccright says
God keep your hearts. You are in my prayers.
Sherry-Booker Tyler and family Hinesville Ga. says
Sending our deepest condolences to the Andrews family…. R.I.P. Jerry
Christopher & Felecia Rush-Green says
Our thoughts and prayers are with Jerry Andrew’s family…
Glenda,,DEANDRE JACKSON says
Jeryy,,U were always a friend to ME,AND U will greatly b missed,love,and miss U,REST N PEACE MY BROTHER….
GLENDA,DEANDRE JACKSON
Angela Booker says
Jerry you were a very kind, peaceful individual. I will truly miss you. RIP my brother and say hello to my beastie B J for me. My condolences to the rest of the Andrew’s family. May God bless and take care of you all.
The Jackson family says
I’m so sorry for your loss
We all loved Jerry. Praying for you all
Alice Johnson says
Rest on Jerry Rest On.
Alice Johnson says
Our Condolences To The Family May God Strengthen You In Your Time Of Need Rest On Jerry Rest On.
Stacey and Karlos Bland says
Our deepest condolences to you all. Jerry will be truly missed.
Teresa Love says
My condolences to the entire family. Jerry, you will be truly missed my friend. So many memories I will hold close to my heart. Rest peacefully! Class of ’81…
Maggie Cobb says
My sincere condolences to the family. I had an opportunity to work with Jerry when I worked at DVR .My last conversation I had with Jerry I told him I was so proud of the man he had become .May God continue to give you strength during this difficult time.
Anonymous says
My deepest condolences to the Family . Shared a lot of memories with “Drew”… Rest Well my Friend !! 81 for Life ….Anthony ‘Pochee’Carothers
Anthony Carothers says
Rest Well my 81 friend ….
Tony Thurman says
Rest EZ Drew dawg, man he could ball and had a great smile and sense of humor, gone way too soon!!!
The King Family says
May God comfort and strengthen you all this day and the days to come.
Daris J Hodges says
My sincerest sympathy and deepest condolences are extended to the Andrews family and friends. God bless you all.
Brigit McNeal says
My condolences to the family of Jerry Andrews. He always had a smile on his face. Rest easy.
Marcus Martin says
My Condolences and Prayers go out to the Andrews Family during this difficult time. May we find Peace and Harmony as Jerry rest in Heaven.