"We are so sad. Phillip was our pest control expert, more importantly our friend. We had many conversations about traveling and camping. We just visited the most awesome Priest Gulch Campground based on Philip?s recommendation. In fact we planned an entire trip around it. The trip was one of the best. We saw him upon our return in September. I am beside myself knowing he is gone from this earth. He so loved his family, often mentioning Cheryl. Phillip truly was one of a kind. My heart breaks. "
In loving memory of
Phillip Andrews, Sr.
December 14, 1946 - November 15, 2021
Phillip Andrews Sr., beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, brother, and "friendly bug man" passed away on November 15, 2021 at the age of 74 surrounded by family. A graveside memorial service will be held at 1:00 P.M. on Monday, November 29th at Arrowhead Memorial Gardens.
Phillip was born on December 14th, 1946 in Mercedes, Texas to Louis and Virginia (Pernice) Andrews. He was employed by Safeway for 30 years from which he retired to attain his dream of becoming a business owner in the pest control industry. Phillip established Falcon Pest Control, LLC in 2007, where he formed personable relationships with many clients who later became friends.
Phillip is survived by his wife, Cheryl Yvonne Andrews; his children, Lisa and Troy Albright, Phillip and Patty Andrews, and stepsons Michael and Jason Thompson; brother-in-law Tom Ferrante; his many grandchildren, nieces, and nephews whom he loved dearly. He was preceded in death by his mother and father, Virginia and Louis Andrews; loving siblings Louis Andrews and Theresa Ferrante.
Phillip was raised in Kansas City, Missouri by a close-knit Italian family and was very proud of his heritage. He moved from Missouri in the middle of a snowstorm to sunny Arizona in February of 1973. He never missed the snow but always missed his family.
Phillip enjoyed spending time with his family, being in his backyard, sitting around the fireplace, cooking, and drinking black coffee daily. He had a great love for his birds, Eno and Sassy, who could always be found on his shoulder. Phillip was the epitome of strength, love, and compassion, all of which could be seen in his final days. He was the main pillar of his family, and the world became less bright with his passing.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to http://littletinytonysproject.org/
Tributes
"Phil was my pest control man since he started his business in 2007. He just serviced my home the end of October and I was so surprised to hear of his passing. I will miss his friendly professional service. Rest In Peace Phil. Linda Rauch"
"Phil was one of my favorite customers @ Pullano?s!! He loved his pizza & Wings & his extra blue cheese.... He became a friend besides our ?bug man? always a pleasure to wait on.... He had a heart of gold & never failed to say ?love you? on his way out the door.... We will miss you Phil!! R.I.P. my friend , Sherry Pullano Teraji "
"Happy to have called Phil my friendly bug man and partner in scouting. Shared many wonderful memories with Troop 365 together. After he left the troop, I enjoyed keeping up with him every few months when he visited my home to keep us bug-free. I will miss him greatly!"
"Philip was an amazing human being with a big heart and a positive outlook on life. He will be missed by many and my prayers go out to his family. God bless ? "
"Cheryl I know how much you are going to miss Phil. I?m so very sorry for you and your families loss. I know he was love and will be greatly missed. Much love Debra and Rick Brady"
"As Brother in Law to Phil Andrews Sr. I will always hold dear the memory of ?Big Phil? enjoying a good chicken parmigiana. Phil was always generous and welcoming to me. Rest In Peace ? big brother?"