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Andrew Webb Obituary

NEWPORT NEWS - Chief Master Sergeant Andrew J. Webb Jr., 67, USAF-retired, husband of Carol Webb, passed away on Tuesday, March 22, 2005. CMS Webb was born on Sept. 20, 1937, in White Sulphur Springs, W.Va., and enlisted in the U.S. Air Force on Sept. 11, 1956. He served continuously for 30 years, retiring as Chief Master Sergeant on Sept. 30, 1986. During his Air Force career, he served in various units within the United States, including the Thunderbirds, Postal operations and various administrative positions. His tours overseas included Japan, Hawaii, Vietnam, and embassy duty in Kinshasa, Zaire. During his distinguished service his awards included the National Defense Service Medal, Vietnam Service Medal with three bronze stars, Good Conduct Medal with six oak leaf clusters, Defense Meritorious Service Medal, Meritorious Service Medal with one oak leaf cluster, Air Force Commendation Medal with two oak leaf clusters, Air Force Longevity Service Award Ribbon with six oak leaf clusters, Army Good Conduct Medal with three bronze loops, and many other awards. Upon his retirement from the U.S. Air Force, he then began a 16 year career as a civil servant for the U.S. Army at Ft. Eustis. He retired in 2002 with 46 years of federal service. Andrew was active in the ministries of York Baptist Temple for 29 years and was eager to share his Christian faith with others. He loved gardening, woodworking and playing with his grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his father, Andrew J. Webb Sr. Andrew is survived by his wife and sweetheart of 42 years, Carol. He is also survived by two sons, Stephen A. Webb and wife, Karen, of Suffolk and Michael A. Webb and wife, Carole King, of Chesapeake; mother, Nannie Elizabeth Webb of White Sulphur Springs, W.Va.; four sisters, Joan Gwinn and husband, Leslie, of Caldwell, W.Va., Mary Alice Buffo and husband, John, of Caldwell, W.Va., Linda Fernandez and husband, Wayne, of Roanoke and Martha Mazey and husband, Larry, of Lewisburg, W.Va. Andrew was also 'Papa' to five grandchildren, Andy III, Mindy, Kassidy, Aaron, and Caroline. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. tonight at Peninsula Funeral Home. A funeral service will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 26, at the funeral home, officiated by Pastor Robert L. Lyons. Interment with full military honors will follow in Peninsula Memorial Park. Arrangements by Peninsula Funeral Home, Newport News.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Mar. 24 to Mar. 25, 2005.

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Kelley Walsh

April 6, 2005

What a privilege to have known such a fun guy and fine Christian example. I'm looking forward to singing with him again, until then, my prayers are with Carol and the family.

Judy Magrum

March 31, 2005

Carol,Steve, Mike and Family,



Andy was such a wonderful person and I will really miss him. I am praying for you every day.

Leslie Lowery

March 30, 2005

Dear Webb Family,

I also worked with Andy at ATSC and always admired his beautiful hand carved Noah's Ark sets. I was so proud the day I was finally able to claim one for my own and will treasure it always. Andy left a wonderful legacy in so many tangible and intangible ways and all of us who knew him are better for the experience.

Christina Dickey

March 29, 2005

I've known Bro. Webb my entire life and can't quite imagine visiting York Baptist Temple without him there. His cheerful attitude uplifted me many times and I always enjoyed hearing him sing. My prayers are with Mrs. Webb and the rest of their family.

Jeffrey and Terry Mozingo

March 28, 2005

Our family is deeply saddened by Bro. Webb's death. He was truly a gifted man. He loved leading the music that praised GOD. We will miss him but are comforted to know that he is leading the choir in heaven and will be there to greet us when we all get to heaven. What a day that will be. Our prayers are with Carol and the family.

Love in Christ,

The Mozingo Family

Willa Lewis

March 28, 2005

I worked with Andy at ATSC and he was a very pleasant, caring, loving, and respectable co-worker. I loved eating the results from his gardening. Andy will truly be missed. May the family be blessed and know that he is in a much better place. My condolences.

Bert Curtis

March 28, 2005

I worked with Mr. Webb at the Fort Eustis Military Post Office for several years. He was a great person to work with. He always brought doughnuts to the post office for us to enjoy. Mr. Webb gave me a grapevine which is planted in my backyard and did get my first grapes last year. I will remember him for being a fine person and feel very blessed to have worked with him and to have known him.

Cindy Curfman-Robinson

March 27, 2005

I'm so sorry to hear of Andy's passing. I worked with Andy at ATSC, Fort Eustis and was happy when he moved on to the Post Office. What an awesome guy with great stories. He loved to talk about his wife, children and his precious grandchildren. He was always pleasant, had a great smile and moved 90 to nothing around the office; and not miss a beat. Andy was truly loved by all he came in contact with and he will be truly missed. May God hold Andy's dear family close at this time and always.

Gregory Morgan

March 27, 2005

Dear Carol and family, we were so saddened to hear of your loss. Andy and Greg made a real connection in the rehab center over the last few weeks. Greg's greatest dissapointment is not following up on a call he wanted to make to Andy a few days before he passed.

We feel blessed that we met him and knew him for a sweet, short time. He memory is an inspiration to Greg and believe me Greg WILL think of him every morning while having his coffee. Garrett and Emily also will remember him as the dear man who helped to lighten their father's spirits during this very trying time of our lives.

Memories are powerful things and are a gift to get us through hard times. Greg's recovery will be a part of Andy's legacy as he touched Greg's heart (and mine) in a way that no one else could during this particular episode. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. My special good wishes go out to you Carol, as one striken wife to another. Be good to yourself. Let your family wrap themselves around you and help to make you feel safe and whole again.

Treat yourself to a Klondike Bar very soon and think of us. All our love to you and yours.

Carrie

Wayne and Shirley Powell

March 27, 2005

Our deepest sympathy. I replaced Andy as Executive Officer, Fighter Ops, Langley AFB in Jul 80. He was very professional, and dedicated to his job. Our best to the family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Amber Cook

March 26, 2005

Carol and Family,



I am so sadden to hear about Andy's passing. He was a wonderful man who always made everyone laugh. I will pray for healing for you all.



Amber , Tara ,and Ricky Cook

Denise, Justin and Chase Hundley

March 26, 2005

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. May God bless and guide each of you as you deal with his passing. With sincere sympathy,

David & Jacqui Hocutt

March 25, 2005

Andy inspired us from the first day we met him. A terrific Christian example, he was gifted with making people smile. We were visitation partners and I enjoyed our Saturday’s together while we went from house to house. We laughed and prayed together on those Saturday mornings. We laughed and prayed together the last time I saw him, on a Saturday morning. This Saturday morning, we will pray and mark his passing with tears, and memories, and I will remember his laughter. Right now, Andy is looking at his Saviour face to face, and he is smiling. May God grant to Carol and the family grace sufficient to meet their needs.

Jo Wyatt

March 25, 2005

Carol, I am so sorry to hear about Andrew. I worked with him in DOIM/Post Office a few years and we use to take trips to Norfolk Naval Station to pick up packages. We had a lot in common. I have missed the many conversations we had about our mates, children, grandchildren, & family in West Virginia and of course his garden since his retirement. He will be greatly missed. Sincerely, Jo

David and Judy Bowden

March 25, 2005

You have our deepest sympathy.

Carl and Janet Kingery

March 25, 2005

We have know Andy and Carol since 1983. He was my (Carl's) Supervisor at the Embassy in Zaire. Carl coached the Little League baseball in Zaire and Mike Webb was on the team. Andy and Carol are special people that there will always be a special place in our hearts. Andy will be missed.

DONALD WHITING

March 25, 2005

Carol; We are thinking of you and praying that god will send you peace in this difficult time.

Elaine Tarr

March 25, 2005

As an employee of Army Training Support Center, I interfaced with Andy on many occasions. He was such a very kind and caring person, and always had a smile and a good word for you. Although he retired from ATSC several years ago, we will miss seeing him on occasion, at Fort Eustis. My sincere condolences to the Webb family.

Chuck and Cathy Cusick

March 24, 2005

My wife and I couted Andy and his wife as dear friends. He and I were able to share many memories of places we had been stationed in the Air Force. We had been to one base in Africa (Zaire) where not many Airmen were privileged to be. I enjoyed being able to attend his church in Grafton, Va. with him. I can still see him leading the music

and doing a good job at it. Our deepest condolences to the family. We love you and are praying for you.

James & Cathie McBride

March 24, 2005

We will truly miss Bro. Webb. He was a great pleasure to be around, and we never tired of his stories. It has been a pleasure to have known him over the years. There will be a big void in our hearts and in our church, but we know he is rejoicing in Heaven.

Dorian Escoe

March 24, 2005

Had the pleasure of meeting MR Webb

1n Sept 12, 2000. Arriving from over sea's duty. replace him from

duty at ATSC...He was moving on to

the main Post office. Always very kind and polite. May god bless his soul



Dorian

Brenda Jackson

March 24, 2005

Andy is fondly remembered as a very kind and caring co-worker. He always had a smile and pleasant greeting. He was a pleasure to know. I am sorry to hear of your loss.

Barbara Hewitt

March 24, 2005

To the family of Andy, please accept my deepest condolence for the loss of a really nice man. I had the pleasure of working with Andy while at the Army Tng Spt Center. He was always a pleasant and personable guy and always had a smile on his face. He will be sadly missed. Barbara

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