Tonya R. Andrews

Tonya R. Andrews passed away peacefully on March 8, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love, warmth, and devotion to her family.

She is lovingly remembered by her Husband, Greg Andrews; Children, Jenny (Rob) Beets and Chaney Turnbo. She was a proud and devoted grandmother to Jacob (Tiffany) Sprinkle, Parker Beets, Estella Beets, and Jasper Turnbo. Tonya was also blessed with great-grandchildren Lilyandra Sprinkle, Chrislynn Sprinkle, Ethan Dexter, Jakob Peters, Tristan Peters, Michael Peters, each of whom brought her tremendous joy. She is also survived by her sister, Kim (Matthew) Madden; Niece, Katie(Hayden) Greiwe, and Nephews, Cody (Emily) Madden and Caleb Wright.

Tonya was preceded in death by her parents, James E. and Pamela E. Trice; her son, Chris Sprinkle; and her sister, Janet Trice.

Tonya found her greatest happiness in caring for and spending time with her family. She loved cooking meals that brought everyone together around the table and cherished playing with her children and grandchildren. She had a special love for gardening and took pride in nurturing beauty around her home. She also took great pride in being a LPN for 35 years.

A true music enthusiast, Tonya enjoyed the timeless classics and oldies that often filled her home with familiar melodies. She also loved the beach, where she could often be found soaking in the warmth of the sunshine and the peaceful rhythm of the waves.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 4:00 to 6:00pm and on Sunday, March 15, 2026, starting at 12:00pm until service time. Funeral services will be held on Sunday, March 15, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Williams Funeral Home in Columbia with Lyndall Probst officiating. Interment will follow at Rose Hill Cemetery.

Those honored to serve as active pallbearers are Rob Beets, Parker Beets, Cody Madden, Bode Whitfield, Matthew Madden, and Ethan Dexter.

Tonya will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her, but her memory will live on in the hearts of her family and friends. Her kindness, warmth, and love for life will never be forgotten.