of Harrison, AR
September 4, 2018
Patrick "Pat" Malloy Andrews, age 69, of Harrison, passed away Tuesday, September 4, 2018, at his home. He was born July 20, 1949, in Harrison, the son of Norman and Lillian (Malloy) Andrews, who preceded him in death.
Pat had been a member and served on several committees at First Christian Church in Harrison where he was a deacon and elder. He was also a youth Sunday school teacher for many years and attended several working mission trips with the youth to help clean up and rebuild less fortunate communities. He was a member of CrossRoads Community Church where he helped lead the Security team and was passionate about keeping the children and others safe while they attended church. Pat enjoyed being a Stephen minister and was also a Stephen leader in the Stephen's Ministry group at CrossRoads, which help those who are facing crisis in life. He was also part of the Hospital Ministry group wherein he visited those of the congregation and/or their families. He went beyond what was expected by driving members to out of town hospital and doctors visits. Tales of him driving people for multiple trips to Little Rock or the VA Hospital in Fayetteville are not uncommon.
Pat started his funeral service career at Christeson Funeral Home, which was co-owned by his parents and Dr. William Christeson. He went from high school graduate to the Dallas Institute of Mortuary Science where he received his credentials for funeral director/embalmer. Aside from being a lifeguard in high school, Pat never worked anywhere but the funeral home. In 1976, Pat and his brother, Mike, bought Dr. Christeson's share of the funeral home prior to their father, Norman's passing. In 1977, when Norman passed away, Pat took over management of the funeral home at the age of 28 and for the next 32 years served the people of Harrison and surrounding Boone County. He married Debbie Edmonson December 17, 1982, and she served by Pat's side for 26 of his 32 years in the funeral industry. At the age of 60, Christeson Funeral Home sold to the Roller Funeral Homes of Arkansas and for the next 5 years he continued as manager retiring at the age of 65 after serving area families for 47 years. He retired from the funeral industry in 2014. In 2017, Pat was inducted into the Arkansas Funeral Directors Hall of Fame.
Pat was a PTA president for several years; he had visited area schools all over Boone and surrounding counties in the 1980s and 1990s speaking to students about suicide prevention and the results of drinking and driving; and helped work with the Cub and Boy Scouts. He also helped with the annual mock driving and driving crash scenes that were staged each year at the area schools, usually before graduation time.
Pat was a member of the Harrison Roundup Club in the 1980s and 1990s; was on the K-Life board; was instrumental in the startup of Hospice of the Hills in 1992, and was on the board of directors and served as president. Pat was active in the community before he fell ill in December, 2017 and there's no telling the numerous memberships and benevolent services he provided over the years to the community there were not recalled by his friends and children. One thing that will always stand out was his assistance he provided to the community when it came to funerals for babies and toddlers. He never charged a family for those services. He felt that the situation was heartbreaking enough for the parents. Christeson Funeral Home was the only funeral home within the area that had this practice, and still does to this day.
Before retiring, Pat already had a plan to help others and was working on his next chapter in life. Upon retirement, he became licensed and certified to teach gun safety courses and founded Be Safely Armed. He became a NRA instructor and taught concealed carry. His heart and focus was always on gun safety. He had previously held world titles in competitive pistol shooting.
Pat was a very passionate and accomplished man, but the one thing you cannot attach to a committee or award is the number of people he comforted and took care of during their worst of times. He gave back to the community when families were at their lowest point in their life and that is one reason why so many people loved Pat because of his kindness and generosity he provided during those dark times. He cried with families, he prayed with families, but most importantly he never forgot about them.
Pat is survived by his loving wife of 35 plus years, Debbie Andrews, of the home; his son and daughter-in-law, Brandon and Janet Andrews; his daughters and son-in-law, Amber and Hugh Thomas and Kasey Andrews (Layman Dunaway); his brother and sister-in-law, Michael and Kay Andrews; and his sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Denise and Landis Dutton; his grandchildren, Drew Curtis, Claire Curtis, Abigail Andrews, Anna Andrews, Lincoln Sims, Sarah Thomas and Joseph Thomas; a host of other family; and many dear friends. He loved his children and grandchildren deeply.
Visitation was Thursday, September 6, 2018, at CrossRoads Community Church, Harrison.
Funeral service was 2:00 PM, Friday, September 7, 2018, at CrossRoads Community Church, with Bro. Johnny Walters and Bro. Paul Braschler officiating.
Interment was in Maplewood Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Drew Curtis, Ronnie Carpenter, Ricky Morris, Matt Odom, Hugh Thomas and Layman Dunaway.
Honorary pallbearers were Lynn and Sue Jenkins, The Roller Family, Dr. Rebecca Simon, CrossRoads Church, Friends of the NRA and the Harrison High School Class of 1967.
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53 Condolence(s)
Amber Andrews Thomas
Tuesday, November 20, 2018
I miss you so much Dad.
Evelyn Mills
Friday, October 5, 2018
Debbie and Amber, so sorry for your loss and so sorry to be so late in sending condolences! We have been in and out of town and had meant to mail you a card. What a good man Pat was and a great example for all of us! He certainly will be missed but I know he is in the best place!!! Prayers and condolences being sent your way! All our love....Evelyn and Jim
Karen Keener Salsman
Wednesday, September 19, 2018
I have know Pat forever.
I never saw him without a smile on his face.
He wasn’t putting on a front.
He was so sincere and loved everyone he met.
He was a person who was impossible to not like and love the feelings for people who had their loved ones
Taken from them.
Pat and Debbie used to live close to us just 5 houses away. Pat came up to me one day and said
Where does your husband go every day?
He said for 1 day I would like to go with him and just see how many places he has to go
I admired what he said because he was constantly
Getting tenets what they needed and as soon as
Possible
He never left a tenant without , sometimes having to do it and if he couldn’t he called a professional but that took longer as they have people backed up
He was so observant
He knew when you needed to be talked to and always made you feel at your best.
Debbie you will miss him but you will have one thing
To keep inside your heart
You will join him on that glorious dad
Where there will be no more sorrows , pain,
Tears, sadness,and agony
We will be a changed person
No more weeping or nassing of teeth
We
Mark Reynolds
Wednesday, September 19, 2018
I moved into the Harrison Arkansas area from Washington State about 20 years ago. I met Pat about 10 years ago. To this day I don't have too many friends in the area, but I do have a lot of acquaintances. Pat was a friend. I could drop by unannounced and if he was home he would always be willing to spend some time talking about whatever came up. I'll miss you Pat. I hope that Debbie will call if she needs any repair work done because I'd like to help in any way I can. See you again some day...
Ann Sanders
Monday, September 10, 2018
Deepest sympathy to all the family. Prayers for peace and comfort.
Ann Sanders
Bill Strickland
Jan Cromwell
Monday, September 10, 2018
Pat sent me the most thoughtful message about my brother Bill, when his class had their reunion .It was such a sweet and loving thing to do. I loved Pat and will miss him sorely .
My love and prayers are with you Debbie and Amber.
Jan
Claudette Ferguson
Sunday, September 9, 2018
Pat was my valued friend.
Norma Fender
Saturday, September 8, 2018
Sorry for your loss.
Karen Cralle Weatherford
Saturday, September 8, 2018
My prayers and deepest sympathy to all of you . This is such a reminder of my family’s connection to your family .
“When God calls our loved ones home, He leaves the gift of memories “ I know so many wonderful memories are shared by family and friends and I hope theses memories carry you through the days ,weeks , months and years to come.
Sincerely,
Karen Cralle Weatherford
Carol Copeland
Saturday, September 8, 2018
Life is all about relationships . Pat was the Most skilled and sincere and truly “From the Heart “ at relationships that I’ve ever witnessed.
His genuine care and concern for others was something to behold.
Debbie, I truly hope that you can always treasure the jewel that you had in Pat. You two went together like bread and butter.
I cannot even begin to imagine what this past year has been like. But, I know that everything that you helped Pat with came out of true love. That is so rare and so amazing !
God was with you both every step of the way. You Believed and even on those worst days, He helped and guided you both.
Dennis and I will certainly treasure our many Blessings that Pat gave to us and to our family. He was so kind and gentle to Dennis’ sister at Hillcrest Home. She always looked forward to seeing him on “Ice Cream “ days. Pat even sent us a sweet picture of the two of them that we continue to cherish.
Just Soo many other treasured memories, as well. We’ve been gone from Harrison for nearly 29 years now. But, Harrison will Always be Home! And , to us, Pat was truly like The Welcome Wagon of Boone County.
There’s an extra special place in Heaven for him, I just know it. And someday I hope that I’m greeted by him again on those Streets of Gold.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and with your precious family . â¤ï¸ðŸ™
Please know that we truly Care.
Dennis and Carol Copeland
Mary Recoy-Webb
Friday, September 7, 2018
Pat has been in more then half of my life. He has taken caecare my family since the 70's untill my husband passed away in 2004. Every time I seen him he always gave me a hug and complemented me on how polite my children are and how big they have gotten. I will miss him for I always be grateful for all he has done for me and my family. I considered him part of my family. Rest in peace you given your all and now it's time for you to rest in the arms of the Lord. I love you my forever friend.
Houston & Judy McElroy
Friday, September 7, 2018
A special person who will be greatly missed. Love and prayers to all the family.
Darlene &a Jim Methvin
Friday, September 7, 2018
We will miss this special friend! He served this community his whole life and we know he was greeted by our Savior "Well done my good and faithful servant."
Wanda calloway
Friday, September 7, 2018
My continued prayers for all the family. Thought the world of Brother Pat. He will truly be missed by all his friends. God bless Pat and all his family.
Love in Christ. Wanda Calloway
Donna Sherman
Friday, September 7, 2018
Debbie, I am so sorry I cannot be at Pat’ s service. I am out of state with grandkids. My prayers are certainly with you, as they have been for so long. I know where Pat is now (and I am a little jealous) but look forward to seeing him again. God bless you, my friend. May God give you peace and remind you every moment that you are not alone.
Carolyn Raulston Jones
Friday, September 7, 2018
My heart breaks for all of you but know that God has his arms around each of you and has happily greeted Pat into his kingdom.
Dr. Ralph C. Merwin
Thursday, September 6, 2018
My most sincere condolences to Debbie and all the family at their loss, and their sorrow for so many months. He was a great man and a friend to all he knew, and showed this to my families who lost a loved one during the years before my retirement.
May God bless you all, and may you find peace.
Ralph C. Merwin, D.O.
Sarah Cone Fuls
Thursday, September 6, 2018
I am praying for comfort for all of you. I am so sorry for your loss. Pat will be missed.
LILA NETTELL
Thursday, September 6, 2018
My thoughts and prayers for Debbie and the family. God will hold you all during this sorrowful time.. Psalm 34:18 The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.
G.B. Harp
Thursday, September 6, 2018
Prayers for your family. Pat was a good friend. We share a lot of good memories, I will miss him
Polly Hodges
Thursday, September 6, 2018
To Debbie and your precious family ...
My prayers are for all of you, but there is a light knowing that Pat is free and healthy in Heaven. I’m sure the Heavenly hosts welcomed him with great joy! He certainly was a Christian role model for all.
You have so many wonderful memories and are to get comfort knowing you did everything possible and stayed by his side throughout .
May you find peace and rest..God be with all of you..
Sandra Stewart
Thursday, September 6, 2018
Pat never met a stranger. He was always so friendly and always had a smile. Prayers for Debbie and the family. Pat left this earth way too soon.
Debbie (Pangle) Klesack
Thursday, September 6, 2018
Pat and I sat at the same table with 4 others in the first grade at Central Grade 63 years ago. Sadness fills my heart, yet joy knowing he was a Christian and for all the people he helped through rough times. May God help you, his family he loved, through this.
Brenda Hickman
Thursday, September 6, 2018
I am so sorry for your loss. May God comfort you with his peace and Love.
Kelley Stretton
Thursday, September 6, 2018
“Dad†Pat always gave the best hugs & smiles. Looking forward to a heavenly hug when I see you again. Prayers for the family. Love y’all.
Robb Martin
Thursday, September 6, 2018
My most sincere condolences to the family.
Paul and Annie Lee
Thursday, September 6, 2018
We are very sorry for your loss, we thought a lot of Pat and he will be missed.
Melissa Blocko
Thursday, September 6, 2018
Prayers for each and everyone at this time. Cherish all those memories.
J.C. Taylor
Thursday, September 6, 2018
May God offer you great comfort in the loss of Pat. He's live has changed but not ended.
God Bless
Dee Ann Harris-Cole
Thursday, September 6, 2018
To Debbie and all the Andrews' family and his funeral home family. I am so sorry for your loss. I, as well as Buddy, always have admired Pat. Such a nice guy and he was so great for the Harrison community! I know he'll be truly missed.
Paul & Jennifer Adamson
Thursday, September 6, 2018
Prayers for family
Nicole
Thursday, September 6, 2018
I am so sorry for your loss. May God's Word the Bible, prayer, and your precious memories help comfort you during your time of grief. Revelation 21:3-5; Psalms 34:18-19.
Suzy & David Milburn
Thursday, September 6, 2018
We will both miss our dear friend Pat...but we take comfort in knowing that Pat is with his Heavenly Father now with no more pain and suffering. We pray for peace and comfort for Pat’s family and loved ones.
With our deepest sympathy,
David and Suzy Milburn
Chuck and Kendra Smith and family
Thursday, September 6, 2018
Pat was such a wonderful man and no words can describe the way he lived his life. We had known Pat for years but became closer in more recent times. Prayers go out to Debbie and all Pat's children and family.
Joyce Turney
Thursday, September 6, 2018
Debbie, Amber, Brandon & Family, may God wrap his arms around each of you in the coming days giving you strength to make it through the difficult times of losing Pat. He was such a blessing to so many people with a heart so huge and was loved by anyone who had the opportunity to be around him. He is now one of God's Chosen Angels bringing laughter and love up in Heaven and now isn't in so much pain. God Bless You All. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Love You !!!
Tina Hendrich
Wednesday, September 5, 2018
Pat was one of a kind.Didn't know him long, but the light of christ was shown through him. He would come into Ace Hardware, where we would talk for a bit he never left without saying his girls and bye. He was in the store a day or two before his illness.He was a fighter and which we all need this through this life. One day to see him again..praying for family we loved him
Kim Covan
Wednesday, September 5, 2018
So very sorry to hear about Pat.. what a fighter he was.. I know how much he loved you Debbie and his children/family! You have many wonderful memories to cherish. Hugs and Love to you all!
Pauline Wilcox Reeves
Wednesday, September 5, 2018
Pat was such a great person. He was always there for my family and so many others. His legacy will live on in all our hearts.
Love and prayers sent to the family. I'm so glad we all we friends.
Greg and Delene McCoy
Wednesday, September 5, 2018
Debbie and family, sending our love and prayers. Pat will be greatly missed. He was always kind and cordial. We have very fond memories over the years.
Sue & Hoot Simmons
Wednesday, September 5, 2018
Our sincere sympathy to Pat's family. We will always remember him with much love and fondness. Prayers for comfort for you.
Theresa Sanders Webb
Wednesday, September 5, 2018
I went to school with Pat and he was really one of a kind! He was friends with everyone. I really enjoyed seeing him at the last reunion. He will be so missed by everyone that he touched in their life. Prayers for family.
TOM AND judy PANNELL
Wednesday, September 5, 2018
So sorry to hear of Pat's passing. He was a great person, very willing to help in any way possible. He will certainly be missed. God Bless you Debbie and family. RIP
Debbie Harp
Wednesday, September 5, 2018
He was a very good man, very kind. He will be missed by many. Prayers for all the family.
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Jack & Pj Reynolds
Wednesday, September 5, 2018
May God bless you as you and your family go through this time.,
Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jack & Pj
Richard Norton
Wednesday, September 5, 2018
We were friends at mortuary school. Pat was a fine man. He and his family will be in my prayers during this time.
Mellody Williams
Wednesday, September 5, 2018
I don't know of anyone who didn't love Pat. He gave so much of himself to everyone. I am honored to call him friend. Prayers for Debbie, Amber and all the family for comfort and peace. <3
Cathy (Harp) and Dale Minor
Wednesday, September 5, 2018
Besides Debbie being my cousin, we always appreciated the care and comfort given to our family by Pat in our toughest times. He was a really good man, and he and Debbie were a great team. Love and prayers to the family.
David Norried
Wednesday, September 5, 2018
To Debbie and family- Mr. Pat was a wonderful friend and mentor. He gave me a chance in the Funeral Industry. I will always be grateful to him for that. He was always there with advice and jokes. He will be deeply missed. You are all in my heart and prayers during this time. David Norried and family
Kathy Conway
Wednesday, September 5, 2018
God Bless you Debbie and all the family, The Lord decided to make him one of his Angels to rest in peace Prayers for all.
Jason Bradley
Wednesday, September 5, 2018
Debbie and family,
I will miss Pat. He taught me so very much about so many things. I always hoped he and I could have fished together one last time. Love you all!
Matt and Rachel Sprenger
Wednesday, September 5, 2018
We are so sorry for your loss. Prayers be with you.
Anne walker mitchell
Wednesday, September 5, 2018
It breaks my heart to hear pat is gone. He was a good friend thru the years. Prayers to Debby and family.
fred woehl
Wednesday, September 5, 2018
Prayers for the family.