Leo Andrews, 92, of Whitesboro, TX was called home to his Lord and Savior on Monday, April 4, 2022.
Leo was born on February 25, 1930 in Denison, TX to Cleburne and Mamie (Morrison) Andrews. He married Harlleen Blakley on March 3, 1951. Leo worked for Roach paint company in Dallas for over 30 years and for Wal Mart in Sherman for 10 years. He was baptized at the age of 17 in Lake Texoma while at a tent revival. Leo enjoyed fishing, watching westerns, the Andy Griffith show, Texas Rangers baseball and taking care of his cows. He was a member of the Collinsville Baptist church and Masonic Lodge #263. He served as a Mason for over fifty years.
He is survived by his daughter Sheryl Nottingham and husband, Larry of Whitesboro; daughter, Tracy Masson and husband, Joe of Whitesboro; eleven grandchildren, fifteen great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
Leo was preceded in death by his wife, Harlleen Andrews, parents, Cleburne and Mamie Andrews, son, Gary Andrews and four siblings.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made in his honor to Temple Baptist Church in Gainesville, Texas. Funds will be used to support the First Refuge Ministry.
Graveside services honoring Leo will be held at 10:00 AM on Saturday, April 9, 2022 at Macomb Cemetery, officiated by grandson, Joey Masson and Rev. Brady Martin. A time of visitation for family and friends will be held on Friday, April 8, 2022 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the family home. For questions or directions please call Joe Masson at 903-814-4097.
My heart is broken. Leo was a special grandpa. I couldn’t wait to drop off Keegan just to see his face light up when he saw him get off the bus. He never complained to me if I was a little early or late. He was always there. I always wondered how long he set at the end of the driveway just waiting on the bus. Of course Keegan out grew riding the bus. But Leo still would smile and wave. He will be so missed!!! RIP my dear friend.
Leo was one of the best men I’ve ever known. He reminded me so much of my own dad. He loved my family like his own. We will be forever grateful for all the memories with him and his family and for everything he did for me and my family. His reward is great, this I know. Much love for all his loved ones and many prayers for peace, comfort, and joy in the coming days. ❤️????❤️????????❤️
To Tracy and Joe Masson and all the family: So sorry to read about losing your Dad. Tracy, hang in there.
I Hope all is well with you and your family.
Leo was a special man. What an honor to have known him. He and I worked together at the old Walmart in Sherman. We talked about friends and family and discovered our common connections. He was always so kind.
Hugs and prayers for his family.