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Hunter Andrews Obituary

HAMPTON - Hunter Booker Andrews, 83, died Thursday, Jan. 13, 2005. A native and lifelong resident of Hampton, Hunter was a 1938 graduate of Hampton High School, 1942 graduate of William and Mary, and 1948 graduate of the UVA Law School. Having served 32 years as a Senator, he maintained his law practice in Hampton until retiring in 2003. Senator Andrews is survived by his wife, Cynthia Bentley Collings Andrews; daughter, Bentley Robinson Andrews of Falls Church; and two grandchildren, Hunter George Perrot and Cabell Dumas Perrot. A funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m. today in St. John's Episcopal Church, Hampton, with interment in the church cemetery. The family will receive friends following the service across the street from the church in the Hampton History Museum. The family requests that memorial donations be sent to the Endowment Fund of St. John's Episcopal Church, 100 W. Queens Way, Hampton 23669, or the Hampton History Museum, 120 Old Hampton Lane, Hampton 23669. Arrangements by R. Hayden Smith Funeral Home, 245 S. Armistead Ave., Hampton.

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Published by Daily Press on Jan. 17, 2005.

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Frances C. Firth

January 31, 2005

I retired as Treasurer for the City of Poquoson January 2002. When I first started my job in 1980, I was very ignorant as far as politics go. I found myself in a position during this early time that I needed political help over a Code of Virginia interpetation. I went to Hunter Andrews, not knowing what else to do, stated my case and he sat there and laughed at me! I became very indignant and asked him what was so funny? Still chuckling, he said "My dear, you take your job much to seriously!" But, you know what? Shortly, after getting back to my office, an attorney from the Virginia Senate called me, got the information, and the next year the Section 58, Tax Code, was reviewed and re-codified! The taxpayers of Poquoson, and other localities were all helped by this great man. I have told this story to everyone who will listen, so they could know what a great, dedicated man Hunter Andrews was. He will be greatly missed. God Bless you, Hunter.

Kay Ferguson

January 20, 2005

Mr.Andrews was my landlord at a house he owned in downtown Hampton. He was a very honorable, decent man and I respected him so much. He will be missed.

Rev. Anderson W. Clary, Jr.

January 18, 2005

The prayers of Queen Street Baptist Church are with Andrews Family. As one of the Commonwealth's great sons, Sen. Andrews will long be remembered for his compassion for his fellowman.

D. Luis Otero

January 17, 2005

Senator Andrews was, in the Twentieth Century, the great champion of Hampton, and of all Virginians. The critical strides he made in education, æsthetics, and social and legislative equity, will endure to the great benefit of this state for many future generations.



He had a most telling glance, a sharp tongue, a quick wit, a scholarly intellect, and an all-embracing heart. He was a rôle model well worth emulating. Hunter Booker was a great friend whom will remain in my memory and in my heart. I will deeply miss our customary exchanges.



Requiem æternam dona eis, Domine, et lux perpetua luceat eis.

Douglas Price

January 17, 2005

Hunter Andrews served our family

as trusted lawyer and friend. We

thank him for his service as a

professional and citizen of Hampton

and Virginia. His life spoke to

an American tradition of service to

community, state and country.

An example, to all, who care to follow his

example.

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