Christa Andrus Obituary in Opelousas at Ford & Joseph Funeral Home

Obituary For Christa Andrus

CROWLEY – Funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, December 9, 2022 at Israelite Baptist Church in Crowley, LA for Ms. Christa Andrus, 82, who entered eternal rest on Wednesday, November 30, 2022 in Crowley, LA. Interment will be in West Crowley Cemetery.

Rev. Ivan Lewis, Pastor of Israelite Baptist Church, will be officiating the funeral service.

Ms. Andrus’ memories are being cherished by: three sons, John (Dawn) Dickerson of Rayne, LA, Thaddeus (Debbie) Nolan of Crowley, LA and Frank (Radessa) Andrus of Gary, LA; six daughters, Faith Murrell (Jerry) of Abbeville, LA, Marlette Williams (Jimmy Lee) of Columbia, SC, Robin Harris of Broussard, LA, Josette Cormier (Julian) and Josefia Solomon (Michael), both of Crowley, LA and Collette Andrus of Lafayette, LA; one brother, Frank D. (Lillian) Andrus, Sr. of Tuskegee, AL; two sisters, Sylvia Andrus Brown of Abbeville, LA and Dr. Katherine Wilson of Tuskegee, AL; thirty-three grandchildren; eighty-eight great grandchildren; seven great great grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Ms. Andrus is preceded in death by: her parents, Alfred, Sr. and Essie Mae Simpson Andrus; six brothers, Alfred, Daniel, Warren, Percy, Johnny and Jesse Andrus; five grandchildren, Thaddeus , Nolan and Robert Hoptkins, James Forrest, II, Jarell Andrus and Jarai Andrus; and one great grandchild, Bria Collette Brown.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 8, 2022 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Ford and Joseph Funeral Home in Crowley, LA. Visitation will resume on Friday, December 9, 2022 from 8:00 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. at Israelite Baptist Church.

Words of condolences may be expressed at fordandjosephfh.com

Ford and Joseph Funeral Home, 577 N. Avenue C, Crowley, LA, (337) 514-5217, is in charge of arrangements.

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Ots been 2yrs since your passing, some days I think you're still here because lm miles aways, but then realization sets in and I remember your gone. I knowbof only only one person who can talk to you and I ask him from time to time Jesus would you please ask our Father to whisper an telll my Mommy We Love and Miss her. Love all 9 of us

For the short time we get to know you was thoroughly delightful. Your warm smile just welcome us into the family. To all our extended brothers and sisters epically sis Jossette, Josefia and Collette our heart felt sympathy to all. You all are in our hearts and prayers. Sorry we cannot be there in person. Love always Francis & Deborah Ravenell

Extending love and hugs to my relatives and pray that faith & prayers will keep you all secure. Stay strong in the Lord. 🙏🏾 I'm with you all in spirit and heart, now & always.
Freda, Buckey, Lil Freddie and the entire Yokum Family. ❤️
San Antonio, Texas

We send our prayers and condolences to the family. There is no one in this world like Sis. Christa Bell Andrus. She was a special person, and she will forever remain in our hearts and memories. Love Rev. Dennis and Shareca Smith.

Praying Gods peace over Marlette Williams, her children, siblings and extended family. May Gods arm remain wrapped around you not just today but each day moving forward. Cherish her memories and maintain her legacy. Love you much. Cessandra Carter and family.

Always our Auntie.... Take your rest Until we meet again. Love Faye Wilridge and Tiny Leger ❤️🕊️❤️🕊️❤️🕊️❤️

Our prayer is that you find comfort in knowing that the one you loved so much is peacefully at rest with God. We know that God will give each of us a place to live. These homes are in heaven and will last forever. 2 Corithians 5:1 Believing in His Word. The Edmond Family

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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