Rupert Ann Clark Andrews

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Rupert Ann Clark Andrews, known to most as Ann or “Rac” was born in Gonzales, Texas, January 13, 1929, to her parents, Leslie and Ruth Clark. Ann went home to be with the Lord on December 28, 2016 – she died from complications of a stroke.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Elvis Eugene (Andy) Andrews, parents, Leslie and Ruth Clark and brother, Reid Clark.

She is survived by her sister, Jeanne Thomas of Gonzales, TX, daughter, Lesla Daniels of Houston, TX, son, Lee Andrews of Tulsa, OK, grandson, Drew Daniels of Houston, TX, and granddaughters, Kendra Daniels of Denver, CO, Annabeth Andrews of Tulsa, OK and Caroline Cox of Creve Coeur, MO.

Ann grew up and graduated from high school in Gonzales, and attended college at Bob Jones University in Greenville, South Carolina. She pursued a major in Radio Production with a minor in French, and graduated with a B.A. degree. Ann began her teaching career in Gonzales where she taught grades from kindergarten to high school for three years and also coached girls’ basketball, speech, debate and drama.

In 1953, Ann moved to Odessa to teach school and also worked part-time at KOSA-Radio. Ann was married that same year to Andy Andrews and in 1955 they moved to Midland, where Ann spent the next 58 years. Ann taught school in the MISD from 1955-1988. Ann pursued a Petroleum Land Management certification from Midland College.

Ann has always been active in First Baptist Church, community and civic activities. She was a member of Delta Kappa Gamma sorority, Community Concert Board, Chamber of Commerce Education Committee, volunteer at Midland’s Westwood Hospital and served as docent at the George W. Bush childhood home. Ann worked in the FBC Tape Library for 18 years, taught Sunday School, Director of Acteens, FBC Family Assistance Committee, FBC Jail ministry, and mission trips. She also served as a member of the Grand Jury for a period of time. She was active in Texas Republican Women’s organization and a member of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas. Ann moved to Oklahoma in 2013 and she joined FBC Tulsa and was a member of the Professional Oklahoma Educators. Over the years, Ann enjoyed traveling to attend her grandchildren’s sports, recitals and other special events. She also enjoyed traveling to Gonzales to spend time with her family and friends. She loved Gonzales, its place in history, and her family roots in the area.

As a young girl, Ann often visited her grandmother Clark and remembers always seeing a Bible lying open on the dining room table. Her grandmother was diligent in Bible study, and Ann counts her life as greatly influenced by her example. Ann will be remembered for her hearty laughter, a ready smile, her love for family, and always encouraging people to strive to do their best. She will be missed.

Graveside service scheduled for 10 a.m., Jan. 7, at the Gonzales Masonic Cemetery.

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