Emeritus Bishop

John Andrews, Jr.

With great peace and humbled hearts, the Andrews family announces the earthly transition of  Emeritus Bishop John Andrews, Jr., of Ebro, Florida, on December 28, 2023 in the comfort of his home surrounded by his children and grandchildren.  He was 86 years old and a life long native of Washington County, Florida.

John Andrews, Jr. was blessed with the breath of life on March 28, 1937 to the parentage of John Andrews, Sr., and Pheba (Oliver) Andrews in Ebro, Florida.  Being raised in a Christian home, he accepted Christ as his personal Savior.  He was taught by his parents to have love and compassion for his fellow man and to help wherever he could.  He also learned that you can't beat God giving; and if he had a hog, the whole neighborhood had pork.  "Uncle John", as he was affectionately known, had a farm and he shared everything he grew.

He accepted the Lord early in life and entered the ministry and evangelized with his twin brother, Elder James Andrews, where they won countless souls to Christ.

Bishop was united in Holy Matrimony to the love of his life, Katherine Jenkins.  This union was blessed with eight beautiful children, which they raised in the fear and admonition of the Lord.  He was employed with Louisiana Pacific Lumber Co. until he retired but his faith rested in God as his source, his provider, his sustainer.

He was the Pastor and Emeritus Bishop of the True Holiness Church International of Ebro, Florida and pastored numerous other church throughout the years.  "Uncle John", as he was affectionately referred to, was known for his practical but profound words of wisdom.  He guided many young people in the ways of Christ and life. He encouraged many young ministers to be strong and steadfast, as well as people from all walks of life.

Bishop Andrews was preceded in death by his parents; his bride, Lady Katherine J. Andrews; beloved daughter: Carrie Lynn Andrews; and two sons: Willie Louis Andrews and Curtis McNeal Andrews.

Those left to cherish the everlasting memories include his beloved children: Associate Pastor Bernice Andrews, John Elvis (Beatrice) Andrews, both of Ebro, Florida, Pastor Ernest (Victoria) Andrews, Minister Sarah (James) Harris, and Sherry (Donnie) Brown, all of Vernon, Florida; 13 grandchildren: Desmond (Telnicia) Brown, Victor (Tamika) Brown, Nicholas Brown, Andrew (Kiana) Brown, Nickia Shelton, Jonathan Bell, Amilia Bell, Aundrea Bell, Alonzo (Melicia) Andrews, Santino Andrews, Lucretia Andrews, Victoria A. Andrews, and Leanna Andrews; a large host of great-grandchildren; a sister: Millie Bush of Ebro, Florida; sisters-in-love: Johnell Andrews of Ebro, Florida and Eldest Andrews of Marianna, Florida; two god-children: Minister Cory Brown and Kerry Brown;  along with a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends.

Husband, Daddy, PawPaw, Bishop, Brother, Uncle, Confidant & Friend..... He was deeply respected by so many and will be greatly missed!

That Man is a Success

That man is a success
who has lived well,
laughed often and loved much;
who has gained the respect of intelligent men and women
and the love of children;
who has filled his niche and accomplished his task;
who leaves the world better than he found it,
who has never lacked appreciation of Earth's beauty
or failed to express it;
who looked for the best in others,
and gave the best he had.