Clifford J. Andrews

Clifford J. Andrews, 91 of Lancaster, formerly of Strasburg passed away at Elizabethtown Nursing and Rehab on Wednesday afternoon, September 11, 2024. Born in Lancaster on September 9, 1933, he was the son of the late John and May Eichelberger Andrews. He was the husband of the late Laberta R. "Berty" Erisman Andrews. His roots began in historic Landis Valley where he worked on the farm with his brother, Ted and sister, Violet, bringing milk to market by horse and wagon until the early 50's. Cliff graduated from Manheim Township in 1951 and curious to see the world he enlisted in the US Navy following graduation, serving from January of 1952 to December of 1955 during the Korean conflict abroad several ships, one being the LST 528 and another the USS Vermilion on which he crossed the Artic Circle twice enroute to Greenland. Upon his return from the Navy, he wed the love of his life, Laberta Rae Erisman, with whom he would spend 59 years together until her passing in 2018. Cliff and Berty started their family in the village of Safe Harbor where son Raymond Todd was born. Over several years there, they found a belonging in the Safe Harbor UM Church Congregation and continued to worship in Safe Harbor until recently. They moved to Lititz and their daughter Dawn Renae was born there. Eventually they settled in the same town of Hessdale, outside of Strasburg and made the old Sandstone Schoolhouse their home. Laboring all his life in the trades, Cliff became to know many as he worked for Servomation and for the former Dombach's Plumbing and Heating in Willow Street. He always worked hard to support and care for his wife and children. After retiring, Cliff worked for Culligan Water Service and K&W Tire. Cliff was a very handy man who loved to tinker around doing projects. He was a very neat and organized guy. He enjoyed his dog, GiGi and had a passion for older cars, especially El Caminos. His spirit of kindness, generosity and desire to do good for others is his legacy that will continue to live on in the hearts of all he touched. Cliff will be missed by his son, Raymond Todd Andrews of Biglerville and his daughter, Dawn R., wife of Brian J. Evanko of Willow Street; grandson, Collin G. Evanko; granddaughter, Lindsey, wife of Nate Glessner and great granddaughter, Charlotte Glessner. He is also survived by his brother, Theodore, husband of Arlene Andrews of East Petersburg. He was preceded in death by his sister, Violet Shaub. Family and friends will be invited to a graveside service for both Cliff and Bertie on Thursday, September 19, 2024 at 3PM with Pastor Robert Garvey officiating at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery, Annville.

Clifford J. Andrews

September 9, 1933 - September 11, 2024