Dessena Marie Andrus
August 22, 1957 - July 27, 2020
Dessena Marie Andrus Jennings: It’s with great sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Dessena Marie Andrus announces her passing from this life on July 27, 2020 at the age of 62. Dessena was born in Akron, OH to Preston Andrus and Mattie Powers Andrus on August 22, 1957. She loved going to the casino, entertaining, shopping, going to the movies, and taking care of others. Dessena’s greatest joy came from the memories made and time she was able to spend with all of her family, especially her grandchildren. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. Dessena leaves behind to cherish her memories, her son, Rodney Andrus (Rita) of Monroe Falls, OH; her daughter, Darcheka Andrus-Burton of Richmond, TX; her two brothers, Preston Andrus, Jr. (Jenette) of Akron, OH, Phillip Andrus of Akron, OH; her three sisters, Anita Milan (Dennis) of Madison, OH, Jackie Jackson (Ronald) of Akron, OH, Barbara Gastile (Cleve) of Houston, TX; as well as numerous grandchildren & great grandchildren. Dessena is now rejoicing with the family that preceded in death, her parents, Preston & Mattie Andrus, Sr.; her brother, Anthony Andrus; her grandson, Deandre Andrus; her niece Tanishia Andrus. Funeral Services will be held at Matthews and Son Funeral Home Chapel in Jennings on Wednesday, July 29, 2020 at 11:00 AM with Pastor Gerald Perkins officiating. Burial will follow in Silverwood Cemetery. Those chosen to honor Dessena as her pallbearers are DaVonte Andrus, Rodney Andrus, Wayne Campbell, Jr., Keith Edwards, Preston Andrus, Jr., and Jerry Wilson. A gathering of family and friends will be held at Matthews & Son Funeral Home in Jennings on Wednesday, July 29th from 10:00 AM until the time of her service at 11:00 AM. The family of Dessena would like to send a very special Thank You to her caregivers, Betty Campbell, Kim Becton, and Glen Edwards. To extend online condolences, please visit our website at www.matthewsandsonfuneralhome.net Arrangements have been entrusted to Matthews & Son Funeral Home.
Dessena Marie Andrus Jennings: It’s with great sadness and heavy hearts that the family of Dessena Marie Andrus announces her passing from this life on July 27, 2020 at the age of 62. Dessena was born in Akron, OH to Preston Andrus... View Obituary & Service Information