Fern Leftwich Andrews, 84, of Galax passed away Monday, January 28 at Golden Living-Beverly Blue Ridge in Galax, VA. She was born September 3, 1923 to Lafayette and Nora Brendle Leftwich in Carroll County, Virginia.

Fern is survived by her husband of sixty-four years Walter Glen Andrews, Jr. of the home; son and daughter-in-law: W. G. Andrews III and Jill of Charlotte, NC; a daughter and son-in-law: Betty Jo and Bill Carpenter of Lexington, KY; one grandson and daughter-in-law: Cea & Jessica Carpenter, one great granddaughter Tori Carpenter. Also surviving are two sisters: Helen Lamkin of Collinsville, VA and Hope Conway of Raleigh, NC; a brother –in-law and wife: Linton Andrews & Sue of Independence, VA; five nieces and their husbands: Bonnie Wright, Kitty Lou Conway, and Ann Forbes and husband Mike; Ramona Campbell and David, Robin Sykes & Tony; Four nephews: Danny McCarter & Jenny, J. B. Lamkin, Tony Lamkin, and Bobby Lamkin.

Fern (Andy) was a devoted and loving wife of sixty-four (64) years who dedicated herself to her husband and children. She never spoke a harsh word to anyone and was always so thankful to others who helped her. She had a great love for birds and animals and kept them very well fed. She will be remembered for her kindness and love she showed to all.

The funeral service will be held Wednesday January 30 at 2:00 PM at the First United Methodist Church in Galax, VA with the Rev. Walt Simmerman officiating. Interment will follow in Felts Cemetery. There will be no visitation at the funeral home.