of West Helena, AR
March 23, 1931 - March 18, 2015
Katie M. Andrews, age 83, of West Helena, Arkansas passed away Wednesday, March 18, 2015 at her home. Mrs. Andrews was born March 23, 1931 at Holcomb, Mississippi to the late J.D. Goodnight and the late Bertha Turner Goodnight. She was a member of West Helena Baptist Church.
She is survived by her husband of 68 years, William ''Bill'' Andrews; one son, William ''Bubba'' Andrews, Jr. of West Helena; one daughter, Gloria Montgomery (Ron) of Brinkley, Arkansas; three grandchildren, Rhonda Thornton (Monty), Drew Montgomery (Ashley) and Angela Grady (Lee); six great-grandchildren, Madison and Logan Grady, Makayla and Addison Montgomery and Cullin and Bridgette Thornton; two sisters, Dorothy Nelson and Patricia Smith, both of Richland, Mississippi; one brother, John D. Goodnight (Toni) of Jackson, Mississippi; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends; and a special friend, Ginger Kimbrell.
She was preceded in death by her parents; two brothers, Marion S. Goodnight and Harold Goodnight; and a sister, Shirley Berry.
The service for Katie Andrews will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, March 20, 2015 at West Helena Baptist Church. Visitation will be held prior to the service from 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. at the church. Burial will be at Sunset Memorial Park in West Helena. Brother Steve Williams will officiate.
Pallbearers are Joe King, John Hunter, John Norman Bryant, Drew Montgomery, Monty Thornton and Doug Andrews. Honorary pallbearers are Jason Webster, Robert Goodson, Claude Simpson, Brent Harris and Bob Kemmer.
Memorials may be made to West Helena Baptist Church.
Services will be directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870) 572-2571.
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25 Condolence(s)
nessa
Wednesday, March 25, 2015
I would like to express my sincere condolences to the loss of your loved one.In the scriptures Job 14:14,15 and John 5:28, God promises that he will resurrect our loved ones in the near future .I hope that Jehovah , the God of comfort grant you peace.
Mildred McClain
Friday, March 20, 2015
Bill and family so sorry about Katie she was a wonderfull Lady .my though and prayers for the family.
Patti Treadaway Walls
Friday, March 20, 2015
I was very sorry to hear of your loss.
Patsy Snyder
Friday, March 20, 2015
Bill & Family, So sorry for your loss of Katie! She was a very sweet lady & always had a smile for everyone!
Janette Kimberling Smith
Thursday, March 19, 2015
I have been gone from West Helena since 1982 but remember this sweet family. Praying for peace, comfort and understanding that can only come from God. "Earth's loss is Heaven's gain"
Carolyn Feemster King
Thursday, March 19, 2015
So sorry for your loss. Such a wonderful lady.
Samantha Clark Allen
Thursday, March 19, 2015
Mr. Bill and family, So sorry to hear about Mrs. Katie. Have so many happy memories of both of you. She was always smiling when I saw her. She will be greatly missed. Love you all,
Samantha (Clark) Allen
Tracy Bennett, RN
Thursday, March 19, 2015
Mr. Andrews and family,
I am very sad to hear of this news. Mrs. Andrews was very kind, caring, and loving lady. I will miss her and appreciate you giving me the opportunity to know her.
Danny and Pat Patton
Thursday, March 19, 2015
We are so sad to hear of Ms. Katie's passing. She had such a sweet spirit and kind heart. She is celebrating in Heaven with perfection. God bless this family!
Jamie (Pudgy) Sumner Hensley
Thursday, March 19, 2015
I was sorry to hear about Mrs. Andrews. I haven't lived in West Helena for more than forty years but I do remember her and Mr Andrews. You may not remember me but Buddy and Ouida Sumner were my parents. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
DENICE VON KANEL
Wednesday, March 18, 2015
I will miss my sweet friend. May the Lord wrap his arms around you and give you comfort during this time. Love and Prayers
Sharon Harris
Wednesday, March 18, 2015
So sorry for your loss. Ms. Katie was a wonderful Christian lady and will be missed by all who knew her. My prayers are with your family during this time. I know she and my mom are in heaven just a talking away. Heaven has gained another angel.
Bonnie Shackelford Newton
Wednesday, March 18, 2015
Prayers for the Andrews family during this time of loss.
Tina Shaw Wagner
Wednesday, March 18, 2015
So sorry for your loss. She will be truly missed by many. God Bless
Billie Sue Rohrscheib
Wednesday, March 18, 2015
Katie was one of the sweetest ladies, and everyone that had her in their life will miss her so much. Heaven is much brighter with her there tonight. Love Henry and Billie Sue Rohrscheib
Julie
Wednesday, March 18, 2015
So sorry for your loss. What a sweet lady! You are in our prayers.
Gordon, Gwen & Quinn Siders
Wednesday, March 18, 2015
Mr. Bill, Gordon and I send our heartfelt condolences. Mrs. Katie was a sweetie. Know she is walking on streets of gold, no pain no sorrow. She is looking down at her family with smiles.
Evelyn Teague
Wednesday, March 18, 2015
Bill, I am sad to hear Katie is gone from this life but to a glorious one with Christ. I have been gone from West Helena for 15 years but have never fogot the Andrews. God keep you and the family at this time .
R.Gaines
Wednesday, March 18, 2015
To: The Andrews Family.
I am sorry for your lost.At John 6:40 For this is the will of my Father, that everyone who recognizes the Son and exercises faith
in him should have everlasting life, and I will resurrect him on the last day.
May this Scripture and your love for Katie and the hope for her bring you comfort and strength to endure the days ahead.
Pam Holloway Little
Wednesday, March 18, 2015
The Holloway family sends prayers for your entire family as you learn to adjust to this life without such a wonderful mom and grandmother.. Katie also offered the Holloway children such love, compassion and security those years of living next door to your family. We surly look forward to our days together again when we will have eternity to rejoice together with the Father.
Evelyn Tipton
Wednesday, March 18, 2015
We offer our condolences to Mrs. Gloria and her family. May the memories of years past bring comfort to you and yours in the days that lie ahead. The members of the Clarendon Lions Club
Kipp Williams
Wednesday, March 18, 2015
Gloria and family, I was so saden to hear about your mom and grandmother. She was such a doll. love ya!
Robert and Kathy Smith
Wednesday, March 18, 2015
We are sorry for your loss Drew and Ashley. You and your family are in our prayers.
Chris & Lisa Lacefield
Wednesday, March 18, 2015
So sorry to hear of your loss.
Kay Clark Calderone
Wednesday, March 18, 2015
Bill and family,
I was sorry to hear about Katie. She was always so sweet to me. I will be thinking of you during this difficult time.
Kay Clark Calderone