Crystal Nicole Andrews, passed away unexpectedly on November 1, 2025, at the age of 47.
Born on September 9, 1978, in Vancouver, Washington, the daughter of the late Alice Ann Frazer Dederich, Crystal was a devoted mother, a cherished sister, a beloved aunt, and a friend to all creatures, great and small. A graduate of Northview High School in 1997, Crystal’s passion for helping others and her thirst for knowledge took her to Auburn University and ultimately led her to the Wallace School of Nursing, where she furthered her education and honed her skills. Crystal’s career as a travel nurse was marked by her selfless service, her loving care, and her generous spirit, touching the lives of countless individuals across the country.
Crystal’s life was a tapestry of love woven with the threads of her family and interests. She was a loving mother to her sons, Jeremiah and Benjamin Andrews, and her daughter, Meredith Andrews. Her children were the center of her universe, and she instilled in them the values of kindness, compassion, and humor. Crystal’s siblings, Correen Long (Kane) and Aaron Dederich, will remember her as the glue that held the family together, always ready with a smile and a helping hand. Her aunt, Betty Strawhorn (Jim), nieces Annabelle and Rena Long, and the father of her children, Clinton Andrews, will miss her warmth and unwavering support.
Crystal’s love extended beyond her human family to her fur babies, KitKat and Kaly, who were her constant companions and recipients of her boundless affection. Her love for animals was just one aspect of her nurturing nature.
An avid traveler, Crystal’s curiosity and desire to explore the world in nature and led her to experience various food cultures, which she thoroughly enjoyed. She had an insatiable appetite for life and sought to savor every moment. In her downtime, Crystal could be found laughing at funny videos or engrossed in the latest episode of Grey’s Anatomy, her favorite television show.
A Celebration of Life service for Crystal will be held at 4 PM, Saturday, November 8, 2025 from the chapel of Ward Wilson Funeral Home.
