Mr. Andy Burris, born to the late Will Miles and Janie Burris, on December 1, 1933, in Chester County, South Carolina. Andy made his heavenly transition on Thursday, October 29, 2020, at the CaroMont Medical Center, Gastonia, NC.

Andy moved to Gastonia at an early age and attended Gaston County Schools. However, he only had a sixth-grade education, however that didn’t hinder him from what he achieved in this earthly life. He worked as an orderly at the Gastonia Negro Hospital. He was employed by the City of Gastonia Water and Sewer department, where he worked alongside his brother Oscar. In the later 60’s, he was employed with the Gaston County Sheriff Department and till this day is an Honorary Department Member. Andy worked at Jenkins Metal Shop as a welder, card plate mechanic, and guard until he began to health challenges.

Andy was well known and loved for his gift of singing. In the early 60’s, he sung with various gospel/quartet groups. He served as a member and leader of various hymn choirs and prayer bands. He was well known for the man with a big voice and the scarf. He loved and enjoyed being with family and was loved by all. He served the Order of Mason and the Shiners.

He was a member of Christian Home Baptist Church, and later moved his membership to Mt Calvary Baptist Church, Gastonia, NC.

He was preceded in death by Sammie Burris, Oscar Burris, Ephraim Burris, and Mamie McCoy.

He lives to cherish his memories; Min. Ellen Artis (Marvin) of Winston Salem NC, Min. Andy L Burris (Pearl) High Point, NC, Pastor Greg M. Floyd (Joyce), Gastonia, NC, Mr. Lenard E. Burris, Concord, NC., Helen A Burris, Kenly, NC; (Extended Family) Ethel Kiser-Burris, Henry Kiser, Annette Moore, Barbara J. Stewart, Gastonia, NC, sisters; Josephine Burris and Shirley Love both of Gastonia, Cassie Bee Miles, Newark NJ, Mary Elizabeth Miles, Trenton, NJ; one sister-in-law, Dessie M. Burris of Jacksonville, NC, 24 grandchildren, 24 great-grandchildren, 6 great-great grandchildren, several special nieces, a host of other nieces, nephews, and cousins, other extended families, and friends.

Arrangements Are As Follows:

Graveside Services: Christian Home Baptist Church Cemetery 669 Charity Road Chester, South Carolina

Thursday, November 5, 2020 @ 1:00 P.M. Public viewing at the funeral home Wednesday from 3:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M.