Theresa Carol (Shaver) Andrews, 59, of Eufaula, passed away at her home on Monday, Dec. 30, 2024. She was born on Nov. 1, 1965, to Donald and Bonnie Shaver (French), at the home of her grandparents, Grant and Nora French in Bower, Oklahoma.
Theresa grew up in the Bower Community, surrounded by grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins. She graduated from Eufaula High School in 1983. On Nov. 4, 1986, Theresa married James Lee Andrews in Longtown, Oklahoma. Theresa and James were blessed with three boys to complete their family.
Theresa worked for many years as a home health aide. Later, she worked as a library aide and secretary for Eufaula Public Schools.
Theresa loved spending time with her family and friends. Her grandchildren were the light of her life.
Theresa is survived by her husband, James Lee Andrews of the home; three sons; Michael and wife Sarah of Broken Arrow; Chris and wife Kristen of Onapa; Matt and wife Emily of McAlester, one brother; Jeff Shaver of Statesboro, Georgia. Grandchildren: Chloe, Gracie, Lane, Parker, Grant, Donald (Dee), and Bonnie Andrews, Jonah and Jude Simmons. Special Cousins: Shawn Shaver of Broken Arrow and Malena Curtsinger of Stillwater.
Theresa is preceded in death by her parents, Donald and Bonnie Shaver; and her brother, Mike Shaver.
A memorial service was held 10 a.m., Monday, Jan. 6, 2024, at the Kelley Memorial Chapel with Rev. J. Ingram officiating. Interment was held at Bower Cemetery. Services were under the direction of Hunn, Black & Merritt Funeral Home & Crematory.