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Deborah Andrews Obituary
September 19, 1948 - February 12, 2023
Gibsonville, NC – Mrs. Deborah Ross "Nana" Andrews, 74, of Gibsonville, went to be with her Lord and Savior Sunday, February 12, 2023, surrounded by her loving family.
Funeral service will be held on Thursday, February 16, 2023, at 2:00 p.m., at Johnson Baptist Church, with Pastor Jeff Morgan and Pastor Willie Bryant officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
She was a faithful servant in the Lord's service as a pastor's wife, helping those in need, whether physically or spiritually, and her life was an example to her family and church family. She brought joy to her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. "Nana" Deborah was born September 19, 1948, in Raleigh, NC, to William Van Ross and Sally Ferguson Ross. Deborah's first job as a paralegal for Sapp & Sapp Attorney at Law opened the door for employment for the State of North Carolina as a correctional officer at the McLeansville Prison. After many years of service to the state, Deborah discovered her true passion for medicine and chose to pursue a career in nursing. After earning her degree, she began her career at Moses H. Cone Hospital; though most of her nursing years were spent working in substance abuse at Fellowship Hall. After retirement she continued to service her community by volunteering for Meals on Wheels, and performing house calls for the sick and afflicted.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her daughter, Angela Renae Andrews.
Mrs. Andrews is survived by her loving husband of 56 years, Rev. Larry Andrews; son, Rick Andrews; daughter, Kim Chambers (Mike); grandchildren, Brooke (Timothy), Amanda (Devin), Kaitlyn (Noah), Kaileigh, Jacob (Brooklyn), Josh; great-grandchildren, Haevan, Silas and Aaron; and brother, Tim Ross (Debbie).
The family will receive friends at the church from 12:30 to 1:45 p.m., prior to the service.
George Brothers Funeral Service
803 Greenhaven Dr., Greensboro, NC 27406
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Charles & Cindy Arnold
February 17, 2023
Brother Larry & Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Deborah was a sweet lady. Praise the LORD she was prepared and you will meet her again. In the meantime, I know God will sustain you. We just found out today or we would have certainly come to pay our respects. You are all in are thoughts and prayers. If there's anything I can do for you, please let me know. God bless you my friend.
Destiny Akers
February 16, 2023
The Davenport family is absolutely devastated to hear of Deborahs passing. She was one of the kindest, most gentle human beings on this earth. She always referenced my grandmother as "aunt Peggy", as my grandmother reminded Deborah of her beloved aunt Peggy. I know the gates of heaven and angels are ecstatic to have Deborah join them ! Sending lots of love and prayers to the Andrews family.
Claude and Vonda Derushia
February 16, 2023
Larry, so sad to hear of Debbie's passing. It's been 50 plus years since our USMCR days, but Vonda and I still remember the good times we had with Betty and Austin and Debbie and you. I know she will be greatly missed, and a void in your and the kids heart that can never be filled. Our prayers for comfort and compassion for you and all of the family.
Claude & Vonda Derushia
Thomas and Shelby Gerner
February 16, 2023
Larry, Kim, Ricky, Devin and Amanda,
Sending our love and prayers to each of you as we learned the sad news of Deborah's passing. She was a great lady who loved the Lord and her family. She fought the fight and is now rejoicing!
Suzy Sledge
February 15, 2023
She was one of the sweetest woman I have ever known .So sorry to your family for your lost
Vonna Joan Shively Hayes
February 15, 2023
Love and prayers go out to the family. Debra was my friend in High School. She was such a great lady. She will be missed by all
Nancy C. Stanionis (Donnie Cook's sister)
February 15, 2023
To the family, I am so sorry for your loss. Deborah was one of the sweetest people I have ever known. Always smiling and so kind to others. May God be with you and bless you during this very difficult time. May you find peace and comfort knowing that Deborah is no longer suffering and is in the arms of Jesus. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mike & Kay Causey
February 15, 2023
Larry, Rick, Kim and families, Mike and I loved Deborah, we had a lot of good times together with all of you. Try to keep all of your good memories in your heart. She will truly be missed by all who knew her. Love you all, Mike & Kay Causey
donna shively kernodle
February 15, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Dee Bottomley
February 14, 2023
So sorry to hear about Deborah passing. Always loved your family and praying for God's comfort for you all. I know her homegoing was beautiful and she will forever be your guardian angel!
Jon & Birgit Hall
February 14, 2023
To Pastor Larry & Family,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing Deborah. We know heaven gained another Angel. We love you guys and you are in our prayers.
Regina Rumley Johnson
February 14, 2023
Debby as I have always called her was one of the sweetest persons I ever met. She was my best friend in high school and I loved her dearly. She never met a stranger and I know she will be singing with the Angels in Heaven.
David & Denise Lowe Jones
February 14, 2023
To Pastor Larry & Family, Our hearts were saddened to hear of the passing of Sweet Deborah. She was so sweet & a beautiful Christian lady. We know without a shadow of a doubt that Our God has a beautiful Angel in heaven with him now. Our thoughts & prayers are with each one of you. May God Bless!
We Love Each of you!
Denise Lowe Jones
February 14, 2023
To Pastor Larry & Family,
We are so sorry to hear of the passing of such a beautiful & Christian lady. Our hearts are saddened but we know that without a shadow of a doubt where Sweet Deborah is. Our God just received another Angel up in heaven. Please know family that each one of you will be in our thoughts & prayers. May God Bless! We Love Each One Of You!
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