Andy Vinson West

Andy Vinson West obituary, Salemburg, NC

Andy Vinson West

Andy West Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Hope Valley Hawkins Funeral Service & Cremation on Mar. 3, 2026.
Salemburg

Andy Vinson West, 58, of High House Road, Salemburg, North Carolina, passed away at his home on January 21, 2026.

Arrangements are incomplete at this time and will be announced by Hope Valley Hawkins.

Born in Florida on September 29, 1967, Andy was the son of James Vinson West and the late Alice Faye West.

Andy worked in the produce department at Walmart, where he was appreciated for his dedication and friendly spirit. Outside of work, he had a passion for cars-whether working on them, buying them, or simply admiring their craftsmanship. He also enjoyed spending time outdoors, especially fishing and hunting with friends.

Andy was preceded in death by his mother, Alice Faye West, two uncles, and five aunts.

Those left to cherish the memory of Andy include his wife: Erin Elaine West of Clinton, NC; children: Caleb Andrew West of the home, Annabelle Rita West of Clinton, NC, Racheal Faye Moores of Fayetteville, NC, Daniel Allen West of Clinton, NC, and Dakota Alexander West of Franklin, NC; his brothers: Steven Hank West of Roseboro, NC, James Vinson West, Jr. of Georgia, and Troy West of Raleigh, NC; granddaughter: Celeste Moores of Fayetteville, NC; mother to two of his children: Tonya Payne of Franklin, NC; one aunt, one uncle, and a host of cousins and friends.

In luie of flowers, memorials may be made to Hope Valley Hawkins Funeral Service & Cremation to help offset the cost of services and assist the family.

Hope Valley Hawkins Funeral Service & Cremation is honored to serve the loved ones of Andy Vinson West.

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