Ruth Huskins Andrews
May 13, 1916 ~ December 28, 2012
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Ruth Huskins Andrews, May 13, 1916 – December 28, 2012, wife of the late Robert (Bob) F. Andrews, Jr., passed away Friday at Givens Estates in Arden, NC. A native of Yancey County, Mrs. Andrews lived in Brevard, NC for 50 years and then moved with Bob to Givens Estates in 1996 and remained there after his death in 1999.
Mrs. Andrews was a graduate of Appalachian State University where she earned degrees in mathematics and physical education. She was a star for the women's basketball team all four years of her college career.
Ruth spent her professional career in the classroom where she taught mathematics and physical education. She served as sponsor of many school activities, including cheerleaders and the Booster's Club, and coached the girls' basketball team. She often had students in her classroom after school hours and sponsored post game get-togethers at her home. Mrs. Andrews was a member of NEA, NCEA, NCTM and NCCTM where she served as regional representative for a number of years. During her 30-year tenure at Brevard High School she led numerous award winning mathematics teams. Upon her retirement in 1979, she was named the "First Lady of Mathematics" in Western North Carolina after having seven successive first place teams. Even after her retirement she spent many hours tutoring and counseling mathematics students. She remained a lifelong learner and enjoyed sports, traveling, entertaining, playing bridge and sewing.
Mrs. Andrews was an active member of the Brevard Methodist Church transferring her membership to Skyland Methodist Church after her husband's death.
Mrs. Andrews is survived by her son, Robert (Chip) F. Andrews, III (Lyn), daughter Jacqueline (Jacquie) Andrews Allison (Jerry), grandchildren Robert F. (Frank) Andrews, IV (Stacia), Mary Dee Andrews Smith (Mike), Joseph (Jay) H. Allison (Stefani), David F. Allison, and great grandchildren Robert F. (Jackson) Andrews, V, Augustine (Gus) Andrews, Cameron Smith, Madison Smith, Redmond Smith, Naomi Allison, and Oscar Allison, numerous nieces and nephews including Betty Jo Readling (Tom) and Cornelia Garbee (Wes) and their extended families, and family friend Rebecca (Becki) Roy Benfield (Roger).
Ruth's life will be celebrated at a graveside service at Blue Ridge Gardens of Memory in Pisgah Forest, NC (outside of Brevard, NC) at 11:00 AM on January 2, 2013. Arrangements are by Groce Funeral Home Lake Julian, Arden, NC.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in honor of Ruth may be made to Four Seasons Hospice, 581County Road, Flat Rock, NC 28731 or Givens Estates Residents Assistance Fund, 2360 Sweeten Creek Road, Asheville, NC 28803.
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Jacque and Jerry, so very sorry to hear about your Mother’s death. Please know we have all of you in our thoughts and prayers.
Just wanted you to know how much your parents meant to me in high school (1956-1960). Your Mom was my math teacher and cheerleader sponsor, and both your Mom and Dad were my basketball coaches. Through prayers, I send them my love and thanks, and to you I send you my condolences. Hugs to you all, Jonlyn (Jonny)
With her ever present smile and willingness to help,Mrs Andrews touched the lives of many people . I feel honored to have known her and I extend to the family my sincere sympathy.
Don Moore
Your Mom was a woman of great intelligence and passionate about every thing she did. She was known by everyone and forgotten by none, including myself. May your family be comforted by knowing so many care. May God bless all of you at this time,and days yet to come.
i enjoyed playing basketball under your mom. she was wonderful. audrey tucker morgan
I loved Ruth Andrews like a second mother. My family and I lived across the street from Bob, Ruth, Chip and Jacquie for years and years. I have many fond memories of her. She will be sorely missed.
Ruth Keally (Ruth Ellen Hunter)
So sorry to hear about Mrs Andrews death. she was a passionate math teacher and good neighbor to us. She will live on in all our hearts. May God bless and comfort you as you mark her passing.
With special thoughts and heartfelt sympathy-
‘The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Ghost, be with you all. Amen.’
2 Corinthians 13:14 KJV
Learned of your mother’s passing today in the Transylvania Times. I was sorry it was too late to attend her graveside service. She was very special to me during my high school years as the cheerleading sponsor. Many years later my son was on her math team just before she retired. She then tutored my daughter when she was in 9th grade. I loved her and tried to inquire about her through Grace Roy after she moved to Givens Estates. My love and prayers go out to you, Jacqui and Chip, as you cope with this loss.
Winky Pierson Hamilton
I am sorry for your loss.
Wanda Moser
Brevard, NC
I learned of Ruth’s death in Sunday’s News & Observer and immediately called my Mom, Jo Fitzpatrick, in Kernersville. Bob and Ruth and Mom and Dad were great friends from Brevard days and your parents frequently stayed with us in Kernersville as they passed through. Ruth was strong, caring and I looked up to her tremendously. Chip, don’t you live in Raleigh? Jacquie, I remember your beautiful wedding so clearly. Please give us an address so my Mom can send you a card. We are so sorry about your Mother’s passing. It is the end of an era.