Kenneth R. Andrews Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Obituary

Kenneth R. Andrews

<p>Age 69, of Shaler Twp. on Thursday, January 28, 2021, Kenn was the beloved father of Jillian, Haylee, and Ken Andrews; brother of Nancy Bestwick (Jim), Bruce Andrews (Lizz), and the late Tom Andrews (surv. Leslie).&nbsp; Kenn was an accomplished athlete, loyal friend, and loving father, brother, and son.</p> <p>A distinguished athlete, Kenn lettered in football, basketball, and track, and was voted &ldquo;Most Athletic&rdquo; at Mohawk High School. Between 1966 and 1969, he competed in and set school records in track and field events, especially in javelin and relay events and twice earning &ldquo;most outstanding performance&rdquo; awards.</p> <p>He lettered in football at Penn State University, competing in the Cotton Bowl in 1971 and Sugar Bowl in 1972. In 1974, he signed as a free agent with the Dallas Cowboys and in 1976 was ranked in the top 10 in the county by Track and Field News.</p> <p>In 1988, Kenn developed and copyrighted the Cup-A-Joe coffee mug. In 1997, he was inducted into the Lawrence County Historical Society Sports Hall of Fame.</p> <p>Kenn enjoyed creating beautiful drawings, paintings, stained glass windows, photography, gardening, and building things.&nbsp; His appreciation of the arts and his creative eye always resulted in beautiful, unique masterpieces from homemade Christmas ornaments, to intricate stained glass windows.</p> <p>Kenn is described by his loved ones as &ldquo;exuberant&rdquo;, &ldquo;larger than life&rdquo;, a &ldquo;legend&rdquo;, a &ldquo;hero&rdquo;, and &ldquo;the best dad ever&rdquo;.&nbsp; He was a devoted and cherished member of Memorial Park Church and a faithful servant of God.</p> <p>Celebrate Mr. Andrews&rsquo; life with his family on Monday from 3-7pm at PERMAN FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, INC. 923 Saxonburg Blvd., Shaler Twp. Please call (412) 486-3600 for visitation reservations.</p>
March 30, 1951 - January 28, 202103/30/195101/28/2021
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jim heller
February 7, 2021
Kenny was a fantastic athlete, a great teammate, and a great person. I'm proud to have played with him for four years....may he rest in peace. Jim Heller
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Alex Wasilov
February 5, 2021
My big brother at Phi Delt. Always there to help and support. A true friend. Rest In Peace
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Mike Orsini
February 5, 2021
It was a privilege to play with Ken at Penn State. I remember what a happy, positive outlook he always seemed to display. RIP. Mike Orsini
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Jack Baronas
February 6, 2021
Tom's comment on humility rings true. there was something about him I liked and I think it was that. I always tried harder to block (esp Wasilov) when Kenny was carrying the ball. Jack Baronas
Bud Ellis
February 5, 2021
Ken was one of the most athletic humans on the planet. I not only have a Cup-A-Joe, but also a mirror with the PSU athletic logo. Interesting artistic and creativity for a man faster than a speeding bullet. Always fun and good to be around. I was at State for 3 years wit... Continue Reading
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Booker Brooks
February 5, 2021
Yes, you guys did look alike. I do not know who snapped that shot I am looking at, but I do recognize the Lettermans picnic in the background. Another glorious Lion is down and all of us miss him dearly! Coach Brooks
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Tom Donchez
February 5, 2021
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Tom Donchez
February 5, 2021
Here is Kenny with Dave Graf and me... Tom Donchez. We always took a picture when we got together because we were always told we looked like brothers. Kenny was a great guy and a great teammate. He was kind , humble and
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Tom Donchez
February 5, 2021
we will miss him.
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raymond r abate
February 4, 2021
I worked with Kenn at the PBMC. We would play cards at break time and share stories and laughs. He was a good man and the memories of those times will always be with me. He talked often of his family and you could hear the love he had for you. I was lucky to have known ... Continue Reading
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Kimberly McCoy
February 3, 2021
A candle was posted for Kenneth R. Andrews.
A candle was posted for Kenneth R. Andrews.
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Jane Santini
February 2, 2021
So sorry to hear of Kenn’s passing. My deepest sympathies to the Andrews family.
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David Bright
January 31, 2021
Ken was my classmate from the first grade, all the way through to graduation. My earliest memories of him were powering down the hall on crutches with a broken leg or two. We also ran track together for about 6 years and he was indeed a great athlete and a pleasure to wa... Continue Reading
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Kathy Mrozek Akstulewicz
January 31, 2021
Kenn was a classmate of mine since the first grade. I remember him as a kind and gentle guy with a great smile for everyone. My sympathies to his family and friends. Rest in Peace , Kenn
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