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W. Thomas Andrews, 67, of Neshannock Township, Lawrence County, died the morning of Sept. 14 at Jameson Memorial Hospital, New Castle.
Born Nov. 8, 1941, to Ralph and Mary Andrews, Tom was a lifelong resident of Mount Jackson, Lawrence County, before moving to Neshannock Township last year. Tom was the eldest of four children.
A graduate of the inaugural class of Mohawk High School in 1959, Tom enjoyed basketball, softball and camping. Following high school, Tom attended the College of Wooster, where he received a degree in law.
Tom became a practicing attorney following law school. In 1970, at the age of 27, he was elected the youngest district attorney in Pennsylvania. He was elected to the Pennsylvania State Senate in 1972, where he served two terms before retiring from politics in 1980. Following his departure from the Senate, Tom returned to law and became a certified financial planner, continuing to practice until the time of his death.
Tom and his wife, the former Leslie Nord of Bessemer, were married Aug. 13, 1966.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by two children and their spouses, Arlyn Andrews and Tom Ryerson of Boulder, Colo., and Rob and Mary Andrews of Annapolis, Md.; two grandchildren, Lyra Ryerson and Ryan Andrews; a sister, Nancy Bestwick of Sharon; a brother, Bruce Andrews of Palmyra, Pa.; and a brother, Kenn Andrews of Glenshaw.
ANDREWS - A memorial service to celebrate the life of W. Thomas Andrews, who died Monday, Sept. 14, 2009, will be held at 4 p.m. Friday at the Mount Jackson Presbyterian Church, preceded by a time for visitation with the family beginning at 3 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society or the Lawrence County Historical Society.
Arrangements are being handled by the Terry A. Cunningham Funeral Home, Bessemer, Pa.
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Memories and Condolences
for W. Andrews
September 27, 2009
Oh the fabulous times Ron and I have had with Tom and Leslie. Even, double dating back in high school, etc. We will always have these wonderful memories in our hearts and mind. Leslie, I am thinking about you and with saddness of your loss; we know how close you and Tom have been and for a very very long time.
Carol and Ron Snyder
Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Ray & MJ Mc Kee
September 21, 2009
Leslie and family, you have our deepest condolences in Toms passing. It shore was great growing up with him in Muffle Jack . He certainly has made his mark here and in our state. He will be missed by all.
Melanie Hall
September 19, 2009
Leslie and Family, I was sorry to hear of Tom's passing. May the knowledge that he was so well respected and liked give you great comfort. May he rest in peace.
September 18, 2009
Am glad for the memory of Tom. Carry on to live your life. May God be with you, Leslie and your family
Phyllis Lamson Stoner,formerly lived in Jackson Knolls
Mary Ann Cardella
September 18, 2009
Dear Leslie and children: You have my deepest sympathy and I will remember Tom in my prayers. Over the years, I have enjoyed working with him and his unique personality,
Melissa Hart
September 18, 2009
Leslie and family--
What a wonderful man Tom was! He was a true gift to our region. I knew him through politics as I served in the State Senate and in the US House and he was always a supporter. He never shied away from making his point and providing me with wise counsel regarding issues and ethics. He was his own man--an intelligent and independent thinker--with the strength of character that far surpassed his physical challenges.
I know that the good he did during his own public service and through his support of others made a huge positive impact on our region.
May God bless you during this time of great loss. Please be comforted in knowing that many people will always think of him as a great advisor and friend, and a selfless servant. We were blessed to know him.
September 17, 2009
To the Andrews Family
You have our deepest sympathy.
Gertrude Meanor, Greg and Rebecca Badurik
September 17, 2009
To Leslie and children:
As you probably know Tom and I were good friends growing up. We played sports, hung out, spent time together and would even grab our guns and head for the woods around Mt.Jackson for a few hours.We liked to talk politics and have few beers.
One of the big annual festive events in Sept.took place by Hickory Creek under Palkovich's bridge known as the creek party. I'm sure you have heard stories about that. One year,there was a abnormally large crowd and it seemed extra festive and entertaining. Some one jumped off the brige (the creek was only about a foot deep at that time of year), rope pulling contest over the creek, someone showed up with a new suit on and got baptised in the creek, another tried to drive his jeep down the creek and disappeared for the evening. Tom and I were a couple lead advocates and the entertainment "czars" for this community event.
I remember the next morning as I was bathing in the creek, Tom got woke up by one of Palkovich's cows licking his face.
There was a time when we had a fire drill at school and Tom, myself and a couple others jumped out the 2nd floor windows into the pine trees.That made "prof" happy.
There are also a few holloween trick or treat antics that were performed under the cover of darkness on halloween night such as the out houses that showed up on the school lawn.
We had many fun experiences growing up in Mt.Jackson.We found lots of self made entertainment.There are many more stories to tell but they are better off being told in person. Writing is too incrimidating.
We both enjoyed visiting Uncle Dale's farm and helping out in the summers.
Tom was a good fun loving and interesting friend. I am deeply sadened by his passing.We were certainly part of the Mt.Jackson culture. I think that era ended sometime back. But those of us that knew Tom will always carry his memory.
Cousin John Andrews
Clearwater Florida.
September 17, 2009
Leslie, very sorry to hear about tom. May god bless your family in these times. Tom & Gerry Eaton (Canfield,Ohio).
Rev. Ross Byers
September 17, 2009
Leslie, your husband has been appreciated by me ever since we became acquainted at the church in Mt. Jackson in the 1970s. His death is a great loss. You, especially, will feel that loss. You have my sympathy. God bless you.
Bill Engle
September 17, 2009
We enjoyed our visit a couple of months ago, listening to Tom reminisce of his basketball days at Mohawk High School. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Candy & Bill
Tim Shaffer Pa State Senator
September 17, 2009
How sorry I was to hear yesterday from Dan Vogler that the Senator had passed. How well I remember in 1980 when Tom called me to say that he would not run for re-election, and that if I was interested, I should get busy. Tom was a first-rate gentleman and legislator who was well respected by everyone in Harrisburg. He was especially helpful to me in my early years for which I was always grateful.
Margaret Wallace Franke
September 17, 2009
Leslie you have my sympathy in your loss of Tom.
Sally Wallace Simmonds
September 17, 2009
I send my deepest sympathy on the loss of Tom.
I grew up with Tom in one of the nicest places to grow up, Tom was a friend and a neighbor. He will be missed.
Stewart{Bill} Huston
September 17, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Susan Hopper-Owens
September 17, 2009
May I extend my deepest sympathy at this loss, Leslie. May God bless you and your family.
Christine (Benson) Junkin
September 16, 2009
Rob & Family, I am sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. You family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
September 16, 2009
Dear Leslie and Family:
So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. The good memories will help you through the hard times.
Erika Pelz Churan
September 16, 2009
Hi Leslie - We are so sorry for your loss of our old buddy... We still remember the old New Castle Jaycee days with fondness... I still remember the story about your poldergeist (sp?)... Love... John and Gail McLure, Pinehurst, NC
Mike and Julie Tigue
September 16, 2009
Our deepest sympathies to the Andrews family. We met Tom and Leslie at Rob and Mary's wedding. Rob is very special to us as our family became close to him while he attended the U of D. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Love to you all.
Fritzie Zidow
September 16, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
September 16, 2009
Our deepest sympathy to you, Leslie and family, in this time of sorrow. May God Bless and be with you all.
Chuck and Linda Werner Mt Jackson
Matt & Allison Schwartz
September 16, 2009
Please accept our deepest sympathies. Tom helped raise two wonderful children and was blessed with terrific grandchildren. Our condolences to Mrs. Andrews and the entire family.
Thomas Dickson
September 16, 2009
You are in our thoughts and prayers in this time of sorrow. Please accept our deepest symapthies. May God bless.
Thomas E. & Micheline C. Dickson
Forbes Darby
September 16, 2009
This is such a difficult time filled with lots of emotions. There's just no way to make losing him any easier. But please know that my thoughts are with you and your family right now.
Greg Beshero
September 16, 2009
I was saddened today to learn of Tom's passing. His warmth and genuine zeal for life will always be remembered. My deepest sympathy goes out to the Andrews' family. Lawrence County has truly lost a great man.
Russ and Edie Cade
September 16, 2009
May God bless your family in your time of sorrow. Lawrence County politics lost a very good man at a much too young age. He helped us in many ways.
September 16, 2009
Leslie, My deepest sympathy goes out to you and your children on your loss of Tom. God Bless, Cheryl Vivelo
Charles & Thelma Mangino
September 16, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
John Bentfeld
September 16, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
DALE COONFARE
September 16, 2009
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE OF YOU.
WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY,
Jennifer (Meanor) Gangone
September 16, 2009
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
DORTHEIA LAUGHLIN
September 16, 2009
Lawrence County loss an outstanding citizen and attorney, Mt. Jackson loss a great neighbor and friend. Tom will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Our deepeset sympathies to you all.
Lewis Laughlin and family and
Dortheia Laughlin
Tom Carr
September 16, 2009
Warmth, friendship, care, humor, faith, and thought provoking conversation are my memories of Tom and all the Andrews' family. This loss is great but Tom's love of family and his Christian faith provide strength to all those he leaves behind. My prayer is for comfort during your sorrow.
Milan, Joanne Zorinich
September 16, 2009
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
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