Andy Burris, Sr. Obituary in Gastonia at Costner Funeral Home

Obituary For Andy Burris, Sr.

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.

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Ricky and Family, May the memories of your father live forever within your hearts and bring comfort, peace, joy and laughter. Mr. Andy is singing on that heavenly choir now. May God bless you all. Lisa Simpson,HHH Class of 1979.

To Rev. Gregory Floyd and the Andy Burris family . The Galloway family sends you our deepest and most heart felt condolences at this time of grief.Be Blessed. Andy was a true friend.

Didn't sign first message to Burris Family. Thinking about & Praying for you Rev.Greg Floyd and Family. Love&Peace. Eric,Tammy,EJ & Allie Sims.

Our Deepest Sympathy for The Family of Mr.Andy Burris. He was always a favorite of mine and my 2 kids (now adults). We heard him sing during many Revival and Prayer Band Services. As my son and I were saying after hearing Mr. Burris had died "He really could make a hymn jump & get the "Party" started"! (Revival is a Christian Party of sorts Celebrating Old & New). Tell me what are they doing up in Heaven today? singing for sure. RIP Mr.Andy Burris you deserve it. AMEN,AMEN & AMEN

To The Burris Family so sorry to hear Andy has gone on to be with The Lord but then again happy because for so many years it's what he sang about his songs touched so many hearts and lifted so many spirits as a hymn choir member of his I know this so keep your heads to the sky and all the memories of him in your hearts God will see you through Laura Mae