07/28/2025
Billy Wayne Andrews, lovingly known to everyone as Pete and to his closest family and friends as Peter Rabbit, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2025, in Longview, Texas, at 3:40 AM surrounded by his loving wife of 45 years, his two daughters, and some of his closest family members. He was 73 years old.
Pete was born on May 23, 1952, in Center, Texas, to Talvis and Mavis Bernice Andrews. He spent his life devoted to his family, his work, and his community. Recently retired, Pete worked for many years at the Timpson and Garrison Housing Authority, where he was known for his hard work, dedication, and quiet kindness. In his younger years he worked in carpentry and drove truck #6 for Shelby LP Gas.
Pete was a man of simple pleasures. He loved the outdoors, especially fishing, hunting, riding his tractor, and taking backroad drives. He treasured every moment spent with his wife Beth and their two daughters, Dana Shae and Kylie Jo as well as his beloved pets Jethro and Gomer Girl. Whether he was volunteering with the local fire department where he served as Fire Chief for many years, lending a hand to someone in need, or just sitting and visiting with family, Pete was always ready with a laugh, a story, or a smile. His sense of humor, generous spirit, and steady presence will be missed deeply by everyone who knew and loved him.
Pete is survived by:
Beloved wife, Beth Andrews
Daughters:
Dana Shae and husband Bryan Alpha
Kylie Jo and her husband Jared Cates
Sister, Janie Graves
Brother, Russell Andrews and wife Rebekah
Grandsons, Bryce and Billy
Granddaughter, Hannah
Nephew, Michael Sizemore and wife Ann
Nieces:
Cindy Mitchell and husband Jason
Stephanie Williams
Laura Casey and husband Jammie
Amanda Akridge and husband JC
Rachel Andrews
Sherri Felder and husband Mark
Nicole Vaughn and husband Darren
Numerous other great and great-great nieces and nephews
He was preceded in death by his parents, Talvis and Bernice Andrews; brother, William “Shorty” Andrews; sister, Joyce Malone and husband Bob; nephew, Steve Malone; mother and father-in-law, Byron and Gwen Billingsley; brother-in-law, Delbert Graves; and many other dear loved ones and pets who now have welcomed him home.
Pete’s legacy of love, laughter, and selfless giving will continue to live on in the hearts of all who were lucky enough to know and love him.
Service arrangements will be held at the First Assembly of God in Timpson, TX on Wednesday, July 30th at 652 Houston Street. Visitation will begin at 10am and services will be held after at 11pm. He will be laid to rest in Center, TX at Mt. Pleasant Cemetery in Jericho where he was raised.
