Ernest David Andrews Jr., age 73, of Rockingham, died Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at Richmond County Hospice Haven, with his son Chip by his side.
He was born in Rockingham to the late Ernest David Andrews Sr. and Pauline Branch Harrelson.
David attended Rohanen High School, class of 1971. He was a former employee of Sara Lee Hosiery. He had a love for fishing, gardening and cooking. He cherished his friends and church family. He had a warm smile and a caring heart. A true people person, he never met a stranger.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his daughter, Christina (Christy) Bullard Stentz; grandson, Joshua Ryan Andrews; sister, Linda Holder; wife, Tammy Andrews; and brother, James (Jimmy) Isaac Andrews.
He is survived by his son, Christopher (Chip) David Andrews (Mandy) of Forest City; three grandchildren; one great-grandchild; several nieces and nephews; many friends; as well as close friend, Darrell Allen.
Visitation will be Friday, July 10, 2026, from 1-2:30 p.m. at Faith Missionary Baptist Church, Rockingham, with a Celebration of Life to follow at 2:30 p.m., with Pastor Travis Wilkerson officiating.
Harrington Funeral Home & Crematory is serving the Andrews family.
Online condolences can be made at harringtonfuneralhome.com.
