Shirley Marie Andrews was born on November 14, 1948, in Dixie, Georgia, to Harry Dees and Annie Dees (Dorminey). She passed away August 19, 2024, in Wauneta, Nebraska. Growing up in Dixie, Georgia, Shirley left home at the age of sixteen but carried the values of her upbringing with her throughout her life. She approached each new chapter with resilience and an open heart, leaving a lasting impression on all who knew her.
An adventurous spirit, Shirley traveled extensively across the United States, creating cherished memories along the way. In 1971, in a moment that would shape her future, she met Dan Andrews in his brother's backyard in Greeley, Colorado. What began as a platonic relationship blossomed into a deep and loving partnership, culminating in their marriage on June 4, 1976.
Dan and Shirley moved to Hamlet, NE where Dan taught school in Wauneta while Shirley's professional journey was diverse and noteworthy. She held various roles throughout her life, including positions at Hamlet Elevator and Wauneta Care Home. Additionally, she served as a van driver at Imperial Manor and successfully ran her own upholstery business for four to five years, showcasing her adaptability and strong work ethic.
Shirley's love for life extended beyond her professional endeavors. She had a remarkable talent for gardening and yardwork, nurturing a passion for grooming flowers and reviving nearly dead plants purchased from Walmart. Her friends and family often remarked on her extraordinary "green thumb," a testament to her nurturing spirit and dedication to breathing new life into the world around her. She was also a fantastic seamstress going as far as making her dress and the kids' and Dan's outfits for their wedding.
She is preceded in death by her parents and her brother Earl Dees.
Shirley is survived by her husband Dan Andrews, sons Richard Andrews, Derek (Eliza) Andrews, and daughter Deanna Scofield; thirteen grandchildren and ten great grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 24, 2024 at 2:00pm (MT) at the Hamlet Union Church in Hamlet, NE with Pastor Terry Lytle officiating. Inurnment to follow at Riverside Cemetery, Wauneta, NE.
Memorial Contributions may be made to the Wauneta Senior Center.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.liewerfuneralhome.com
Liewer Funeral Home of Wauneta entrusted with arrangements.