Robert Willard Andrews

January 26, 1942 - September 15, 2021

Robert W. Andrews, age 79 of Milton, DE, passed away on Wednesday, September 15, 2021. He was born on January 26, 1942, in Wilmington, DE, son of the late Willard and Blanche (Fogwell) Andrews. Mr. Andrews graduated from PS Dupont High School, Class of 1960. On August 3,1963 he married the love of his life, Joan S. Andrews and together they shared 58 wonderful years. Mr. Andrews built a lifelong career with DuPont in Wilmington, DE from which he retired after 37 dedicated years. In his spare time, he enjoyed bowling, fishing, and camping. Mr. Andrews was a devoted Philadelphia Eagle and Miami Dolphins fan. Above all, he enjoyed spending time with his family. In addition to his parents, Mr. Andrews was preceded in death by his sister, Ellen Clemens, and by his daughter in-law, Karen Andrews. He is survived by his beloved wife, Joan S. Andrews; his sons: Jeffrey Andrews and Tim Andrews; his daughter, Vicki Torres; his granddaughters: Holly Torres, Kaitlyn Burrell, and Rachel Andrews; his grandson, Steven Torres; his great granddaughter, Aubrey Burrell; and his great grandson, Logan Burrell. Services will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Mr. Andrews' name to the Brandywine Valley SPCA, at https://bvspca.org/donate/give/ or mail to 22918 Dupont Boulevard, Georgetown, DE 19947. Please sign the virtual guestbook located on the tribute page.