Andrews, Elmer

Elmer P Andrews, 79 of Pinehurst died Thursday, April 28th,2011 at FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital in Pinehurst. He was the only child of Ed and Macy Andrews of Southern Pines. After graduating from Southern Pines High School he joined the US Navy and served during the Korean War. After being discharged from the Navy he attended Duke University where he received a degree in X-Ray Technology. He worked at both Moore Memorial Hospital and the Pinehurst Surgical Clinic until his health forced his early retirement. After retirement he owned and operated the Dor-An Shop in downtown Pinehurst and Andrew‘s Men‘s Wear in Southern Pines. Mr. Andrews was a devoted grandfather and followed his grandson‘s various sports activities. He was an active member of Community Presbyterian Church in Pinehurst for over 50 years. He is survived by his wife of 57 years Doris; daughter Pamela Andrews Richardson of Vass; Janet Andrews Benton of West End, and grandsons Seth Maness, Bailey Benton and Tanner Benton. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to your favorite charity. Funeral service will be held at 1p.m. Monday May 2, 2011 at the Community Presbyterian Church in Pinehurst, conducted by the Rev. Rod Stone, Rev. Jim Ewing and the Rev. Archie Stevens. A reception will follow immediately in the fellowship hall. Interment will follow the reception at the Pinelawn Memorial Park in Southern Pines. The family will receive friends Sunday May 1, 2011 at Boles Funeral Home in Pinehurst from 6 to 8.