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Jason Andrews Obituary
Chesapeake - Tuesday August 23, 2016 MAC Jason Leroy Andrews lost his life to his battle with PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder). He has joined our Heavenly Father along with his daughter, Madelynn Grace Andrews, who passed 6 years ago at the age of 5 months due to SIDS. Together, we know, they look down and watch over us as pictured above.
Jason is survived by his wife, Rebecca Ann Andrews, from Chesapeake, VA and his 2 children; Teagan Jean 7 years old and Xavier Sherwood 3 years old. Jason's mother, Pamela Buckey, resides in West Virginia and his father, Danny Andrews in Florida.
Jason's 2nd parents (Rebecca's father and mother) SMC (Ret) Michael Yarbrough and Caroline Yarbrough from Chesapeake, VA cherished Jason as their own son.
For those of you who are reading this and are suffering with any form of PTSD please STOP. TAKE A DEEP BREATH AND REACH OUT! There are so many hands ready to clasp yours to help you. They are just waiting for you to take the first step to recovery.
Jason's family is holding a closed casket viewing at Altmeyer Funeral Home on Greenwich Rd in Virginia Beach, VA Monday August 29, 2016 from 7pm to 8:30 pm.
The funeral will be held Tuesday August 30, 2016 at 1pm graveside at the Albert G. Horton Veteran's Cemetery Suffolk, VA. Jason will be laid to rest with his daughter, Madelynn, who has been honored at the Albert G. Horton Veteran's Cemetery for the past 6 years.
Rebecca and her family would like to thank the military community for their love and support along with family and hundreds of Jason's friends.
In lieu of flowers we ask that you consider a donation to the PTSD of USA Foundation, c/o TMCFunding.com. Express condolences to the family at www.altmeyerfh.com.
"You were never alone Sparky and will truly be missed XOXOX."
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John Nelson
September 12, 2019
So sorry to hear about of Jason's passing I served with him in Afghanistan; he was a good man. My prayers for him and his family. -1SG John Nelson
OMC (Retired) Chris Hamlin
September 16, 2016
MAC, I learned of your struggle, sadly lost, from a fellow selectee and a former shipmate of mine. And I saw that and my heart broke when I saw you pinned this day, along with your brothers and sisters. May you at last find the peace that eluded you in this world.
Reuben Shaw
September 13, 2016
"May you have underserved kindness and peace from God our father and the Lord Jesus Christ". - 1 Corinthians 1:3
September 1, 2016
My heartfelt condolences to the Wife, Young Children, Parents, Family and Friends of Jason...I never met your beloved, yet I am sincerely saddened and heartbroken for you to read about his passing. Let the Promises of Our Heavenly Father sustain you through this unimaginable difficult time and comfort you until you greet Jason and his daughter and all your loved ones again.
You are in sincerely in my thoughts and prayers.
September 1, 2016
To Jason Andrews...RIP....you are in my thoughts and prayers....
Shawn Beach
August 31, 2016
Jason you a great friend and I learned a lot from you sir! Rest easy now brother.
ISC(Sel) Phil Schoolcraft
August 31, 2016
Rest in Peace, Brother.
Some knew you well and some of us did not know you at all, but we all wear the Navy uniform which makes us family. We will stand the watch as you watch over us and your family.
From all of your Brothers and Sisters in CPO Select Class 123
DING - Chief Select Andrews Departing
MA2 Connell, Shana
August 30, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss and the loss of a shipmate. For the short while I worked with MAC, he was nothing but kind and funny to everyone around him. My heart is with all of the family and friends. We have the watch now, Chief. Rest easy.
Joelle Edgeman, YNC (Ret)
August 30, 2016
I am heartbroken for you. May this indeed heighten our awareness of the struggles with PTSD. My prayers for God's peace for you all.
Rosa Perez
August 29, 2016
My most deepest and sincere condolences for the lost of your love one and to our shipmate Fairwinds and Following Seas--rest easy. - LTjg-
Carei Powell
August 29, 2016
Prayers offered up for his family and friends. I'm so sorry for your loss. God bless him!
August 29, 2016
I am praying for you and your family at this time. I didn't know your husband but my heart ached at reading his obituary. May God wrap you and your children in His loving arms.
Hiroshi Asato
August 29, 2016
Prayers for your family.
Tracey Owen
August 29, 2016
So very sorry for your loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. You are a hero!!
Isaac & Haley Marble
August 29, 2016
Our condolences for your family. Rest easy.
Crystal Ostrowski
August 29, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss. I was stationed with Jason at the Naval Shipyard. He was a great guy and an amazing Sailor. May God comfort you during this hard time. I will be praying for your family.
~Crystal Ostrowski
Tom Tyler
August 29, 2016
Rest easy brother, we have the watch. You'll be missed...
Jose Reyes
August 29, 2016
We have the watch brother. Rest in peace
-MAC Jose D. Reyes
Tina Guereschi
August 29, 2016
I did not know Jason. I just wanted to say I am praying you all find hope and peace in the midst of sorrow, comfort in the midst of pain. Many prayers for you all during this difficult time.
Logan Waller
August 29, 2016
My condolences to the family in this moment of loss. May God hold you and be your comfort and strong tower. To my Navy brother, the tragedy of your loss nor the pain you endured is not lost on us. You will be missed. Semper Fidelis.
MACS (RET) James
August 29, 2016
Im sorry for your suffering warrior. But know that you are loved and respected. To the family this warrior put on Anchors and there for is my brother and you are my family. Hand Salute Ready Two
Robbin Wood
August 28, 2016
My heart goes out to your family, I remember when I first met Jason, the laughter he has I told him I was going to put a Niner or Redskin shirt on all three kids! Well we all knew the answer to that!!! Becca you and your families are in my thoughts and prayers. I love you all
HMC Angelo Moore
August 28, 2016
Rest easy Brother. We have the watch.
Tiffany Rogers
August 28, 2016
I'm so sorry for your loss. You don't know me, but you're part of the Mess family and if there's anything I can do, please reach out. I'm in Virginia Beach.
Albert &Monica Ottoway
August 28, 2016
My family and I would like to send our condolences during this tough time. We sending healing prayers to y'all!
HMC Mary Rinehart
August 28, 2016
My deepest condolences to the family, I didn't know Jason personally, but he was my Navy Brother, may he rest in peace.
Lisa Lohrman
August 28, 2016
So sorry for your loss I didn't know him but he fought for us that makes him a hero may him and his daughter rest in peace God bless to his family
Brad Jennings
August 28, 2016
Rest in peace brother, we've got watch from here on out.
Deena
August 28, 2016
Fly high warrior my brother. My condolences to the family. MA1
Barbara Curran
August 28, 2016
R.I.P. Jason, I never served with you but we are all brothers and sisters.
Thank you for your service you will never be forgotten.
Kathleen Ellison
August 28, 2016
Jason and I served together at NNSY, Portsmouth, VA. I remember his laughter and quirky sense of humor. I am SO sorry, Brother. My deepest condolences to Jason's families and friends. RIP MAC.
August 28, 2016
I want to thank Jason for his service and hope others with PTSD get the help they need. Prayers for your family.
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