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Jeffrey Andrews Obituary

WACO Blake was born December 20, 1987, in Odessa, Texas, to Sherri Andrews and Darrell Andrews, and returned to his heavenly home on February 7, 2013. Blake attended school in Odessa and graduated from Permian High School in May 2010. Prior to being diagnosed with adrenoleukodystrophy in 1995, Blake was a gifted student and a talented gymnast who regularly beat the socks off anyone who dared to challenge him at 21 or 'Guess Who'. Following the diagnosis, Blake underwent a bone marrow transplant at Cook Children's Medical Center in Fort Worth, Texas, and true to his character, defied the odds, rewrote medical history, and became a hero to many people who will never know his name.
Blake was preceded in death by his little brother, Phillip "Flipper" Andrews. He is survived by his mother, Sherri Andrews of Waco, TX; father, Darrell Andrews of Odessa, TX; sister, Elizabeth Andrews Ballinger and brother-in-law Ethan of Plano, Texas; grandparents, Rob and Kathy Childers of Albany, TX, and M.G. and Mamie Andrews of Odessa, TX; aunts, Jeannie Phillips of Odessa, Gail Slater and husband Stan of Plano, TX, and Penney Moore and husband Mike of Wichita Falls, TX; cousins, Haley Roan and husband Kyle of McKinney, TX, Jason Slater and wife Jennifer of McKinney, TX, Staci Ribera of Plano, TX, Dustin Looney and wife Amber of Fort Worth, TX, Rhonda Looney of Odessa, TX, Natalie Uranga and husband Paul of League City, Lori Tomlinson and husband Chance of Odessa, TX; longtime loving caregiver, Juanita Perkins of Odessa, TX; and grandparents of the heart, Tommy and Linda Slater of Odessa, TX.
A memorial service will be held February 16, 2013, at Mid-Cities Community Church in Midland, TX, at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Clark Racca officiating. The memorial message will be delivered by Dr. William Feeler, PhD. A private interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Gardens in Odessa, TX.
Deepest thanks to all the nurses and physicians who assisted with Blake's medical care over the years and made it possible for him to be at home with his family. We are also indebted to the staff at St. Catherine Center in Waco, TX, for their support and care during the last year and in the midst of his final illness.
"…they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles" - Isaiah 40:31
In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorials to United Leukodystrophy Foundation, 224 North Second Street, Suite 2, DeKalb, IL 60115, Ulf.org, and Ronald McDonald House of Fort Worth, 1004 7th Ave., Fort Worth, TX 76104, Ftworthrmh.org.

Published by Odessa American on Feb. 15, 2013.
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Our hearts go out to you and we are lifting you all up! May the Lord watch over you and bring you peace.
In Him,
Eddie, Kathy & Jennie Rhodes

The Eddie Rhodes Family

February 18, 2013

Sorry for the loss of your son. I can remember how Darrell's face would light up when he spoke of Blake. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Yvonne Rodriquez

February 17, 2013

Sherri and Darrell, I am so sorry for the loss of your son. No parent should ever have to know that heartache.

Steve Looper

February 16, 2013

Darrell and Family, I am so sorry for your loss.

LANELL ALTENBERN

February 15, 2013

Dear Sherri, I am truly sorry for your lost. I feel blessed that I got to meet Blake. I bet he is doing gymnastics in heaven now. Please take care.

Beatrix Guin

February 15, 2013

Darrell, Sherri, & Elizabeth:

My condolences, I do remember Blake well, just a happy kid all around and strong as they come, the family is in my prayers and he is in a much better place now.

Daniel Agnew

February 15, 2013

Sherri, Elizabeth & Family:
To know Blake was to love him. He certainly fought the good fight. He touched as hearts, as he did so many.
May the precious memories comfort you during this difficult time. Our prayers are with you. With Deepest Sympathy & Love....
Kayloma, Kathy & Karry Yancy

Kayloma, Kathy & Karry Yancy

February 14, 2013

I forgot to add my name.

Ricky Jorgensen
Class of 1978

Blake Andrews

February 14, 2013

Darrell and Sherri, my thoughts and prayers will be with you as you go through this very difficult time. God Bless.

Blake Andrews

February 14, 2013

Sincerest condolences to you & your family. God Bless You.

Randy Lummus

February 14, 2013

Sherri,
My heart aches for your loss but now both our children are walking, running and enjoying a healthy life in heaven. God Bless You!

Cindy Courtney Lehenbauer

February 14, 2013

Darrell, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I didn't know Blake, but, I have heard a lot about him, and he truly was a hero.

Linda Burdic

February 14, 2013

Dear Darrell and Family:

Please accept my condolences on the passing of your child. The story on his courage and determination is truly inspiring. My thoughts are prayers are with you and the families and may the good lord bring you strength and peace.

Most sincerley,
Armando Hinojos
OHS, Class of '79

February 14, 2013

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