Rev. George Clinton Andrews was the son of Edwin and Minerva (Kimble) Andrews. He was born Salem. He was the husband of Maria Westfall Andrews. They were married May 3, 1871. Maria died March 4, 1913. Rev. Andrews was a minister in the Wyoming Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church.
US CENSUS
August 8, 1860
Salem, Wayne Co., PA
Post Office: Hamlinton
ANDREWS
Edwin age 40, b1820 PA, farmer
Maria (Minerva) age 38, b1822 PA
son Clinton age 20, b1840 PA, sawyer
son Adarial (Adrial) age 18, b1842 PA
son Ezra age 15, b1845 PA
son John age 12, b1848 PA
dau Nancy age 10, b1850 PA
son Adam age 2, b1858 PA
Obituary
The Christian Advocate
September 18, 1879
ANDREWS.--Rev. George Clinton Andrews was born in Salem, Wayne County, Pa. In youth he removed with his parents to Honesdale, Pa., where he lived until he was twenty-one. Shortly after, he attended a camp-meeting, was awakened, returned home, studied the Bible, wrestled in prayer, and found the Saviour. Feeling that he must preach, he entered Wyoming Seminary, intending to pursue a college course. Over-studying, he left school for rest. Soon he was called out by the Presiding Elder to serve Herrick Charge, where he arrived April 27, 1867. The next day he writes: "I am impressed with the need of purity of heart. I resolved to be holy. I bring all to the altar of consecration. I solemnly pray God not to give me comfort, and not to permit me to preach until I am wholly lost in Christ. The latter half of the Conference year of 1869 he served Oregon Charge; 1870 and 1871, Lackawaxen. In 1873 he was received into the Wyoming Conference, and sent to Campville, New York; then to Franklin Forks, two years; Osborn Hollow, one year. All these Charges he faithfully served. He was a true Christian gentleman. He was courteous and kind to the poor. As a preacher he was plain and practical. His life illustrated his sermons. He was a faithful student. God's word was his delight. May 3, 1871, he married Mrs. Maria Westfall, of Milford, Pike Co., Pa., who had two children. He was a considerate and loving husband and father. Though not strong he was active, and built up the Church and won souls. In March last his health failed. He was unable to attend Conference. He was granted a Superannuated relation. With continued decline, he gave up all hope of further labor; yet his countenance was radiant. He was constantly happy. He had a suitable word for all. His room seemed filled with the divine Presence. He said to his wife, "Don't weep, it is all joy. I have a building of God, eternal in the heavens." His last words were, "Thy rod and thy staff, they comfort me." The funeral services were held July 13 at Franklin Forks. Revs. Shepard, Leacock, Dresser, Boyce, and Merritt (Baptist) were present. Brother Shepard preached from Psalm cxvi, 15. The next day his remains were taken to his native place for interment, where a short service was held. Brother Andrews' life, though short, was a success. He had industry, patience, perseverance, faith, love--and he won.
Written by M. A. S.
Memoir
Methodist Episcopal Church
Wyoming Conference Journal
1880, Page 34
US CENSUS
August 8, 1860
Salem, Wayne Co., PA
Post Office: Hamlinton
ANDREWS
Edwin age 40, b1820 PA, farmer
Maria (Minerva) age 38, b1822 PA
son Clinton age 20, b1840 PA, sawyer
son Adarial (Adrial) age 18, b1842 PA
son Ezra age 15, b1845 PA
son John age 12, b1848 PA
dau Nancy age 10, b1850 PA
son Adam age 2, b1858 PA
Obituary
The Christian Advocate
September 18, 1879
ANDREWS.--Rev. George Clinton Andrews was born in Salem, Wayne County, Pa. In youth he removed with his parents to Honesdale, Pa., where he lived until he was twenty-one. Shortly after, he attended a camp-meeting, was awakened, returned home, studied the Bible, wrestled in prayer, and found the Saviour. Feeling that he must preach, he entered Wyoming Seminary, intending to pursue a college course. Over-studying, he left school for rest. Soon he was called out by the Presiding Elder to serve Herrick Charge, where he arrived April 27, 1867. The next day he writes: "I am impressed with the need of purity of heart. I resolved to be holy. I bring all to the altar of consecration. I solemnly pray God not to give me comfort, and not to permit me to preach until I am wholly lost in Christ. The latter half of the Conference year of 1869 he served Oregon Charge; 1870 and 1871, Lackawaxen. In 1873 he was received into the Wyoming Conference, and sent to Campville, New York; then to Franklin Forks, two years; Osborn Hollow, one year. All these Charges he faithfully served. He was a true Christian gentleman. He was courteous and kind to the poor. As a preacher he was plain and practical. His life illustrated his sermons. He was a faithful student. God's word was his delight. May 3, 1871, he married Mrs. Maria Westfall, of Milford, Pike Co., Pa., who had two children. He was a considerate and loving husband and father. Though not strong he was active, and built up the Church and won souls. In March last his health failed. He was unable to attend Conference. He was granted a Superannuated relation. With continued decline, he gave up all hope of further labor; yet his countenance was radiant. He was constantly happy. He had a suitable word for all. His room seemed filled with the divine Presence. He said to his wife, "Don't weep, it is all joy. I have a building of God, eternal in the heavens." His last words were, "Thy rod and thy staff, they comfort me." The funeral services were held July 13 at Franklin Forks. Revs. Shepard, Leacock, Dresser, Boyce, and Merritt (Baptist) were present. Brother Shepard preached from Psalm cxvi, 15. The next day his remains were taken to his native place for interment, where a short service was held. Brother Andrews' life, though short, was a success. He had industry, patience, perseverance, faith, love--and he won.
Written by M. A. S.
Memoir
Methodist Episcopal Church
Wyoming Conference Journal
1880, Page 34
Rev. George Clinton Andrews was the son of Edwin and Minerva (Kimble) Andrews. He was born Salem. He was the husband of Maria Westfall Andrews. They were married May 3, 1871. Maria died March 4, 1913. Rev. Andrews was a minister in the Wyoming Conference of the Methodist Episcopal Church.
US CENSUS
August 8, 1860
Salem, Wayne Co., PA
Post Office: Hamlinton
ANDREWS
Edwin age 40, b1820 PA, farmer
Maria (Minerva) age 38, b1822 PA
son Clinton age 20, b1840 PA, sawyer
son Adarial (Adrial) age 18, b1842 PA
son Ezra age 15, b1845 PA
son John age 12, b1848 PA
dau Nancy age 10, b1850 PA
son Adam age 2, b1858 PA
Obituary
The Christian Advocate
September 18, 1879
ANDREWS.--Rev. George Clinton Andrews was born in Salem, Wayne County, Pa. In youth he removed with his parents to Honesdale, Pa., where he lived until he was twenty-one. Shortly after, he attended a camp-meeting, was awakened, returned home, studied the Bible, wrestled in prayer, and found the Saviour. Feeling that he must preach, he entered Wyoming Seminary, intending to pursue a college course. Over-studying, he left school for rest. Soon he was called out by the Presiding Elder to serve Herrick Charge, where he arrived April 27, 1867. The next day he writes: "I am impressed with the need of purity of heart. I resolved to be holy. I bring all to the altar of consecration. I solemnly pray God not to give me comfort, and not to permit me to preach until I am wholly lost in Christ. The latter half of the Conference year of 1869 he served Oregon Charge; 1870 and 1871, Lackawaxen. In 1873 he was received into the Wyoming Conference, and sent to Campville, New York; then to Franklin Forks, two years; Osborn Hollow, one year. All these Charges he faithfully served. He was a true Christian gentleman. He was courteous and kind to the poor. As a preacher he was plain and practical. His life illustrated his sermons. He was a faithful student. God's word was his delight. May 3, 1871, he married Mrs. Maria Westfall, of Milford, Pike Co., Pa., who had two children. He was a considerate and loving husband and father. Though not strong he was active, and built up the Church and won souls. In March last his health failed. He was unable to attend Conference. He was granted a Superannuated relation. With continued decline, he gave up all hope of further labor; yet his countenance was radiant. He was constantly happy. He had a suitable word for all. His room seemed filled with the divine Presence. He said to his wife, "Don't weep, it is all joy. I have a building of God, eternal in the heavens." His last words were, "Thy rod and thy staff, they comfort me." The funeral services were held July 13 at Franklin Forks. Revs. Shepard, Leacock, Dresser, Boyce, and Merritt (Baptist) were present. Brother Shepard preached from Psalm cxvi, 15. The next day his remains were taken to his native place for interment, where a short service was held. Brother Andrews' life, though short, was a success. He had industry, patience, perseverance, faith, love--and he won.
Written by M. A. S.
Memoir
Methodist Episcopal Church
Wyoming Conference Journal
1880, Page 34
US CENSUS
August 8, 1860
Salem, Wayne Co., PA
Post Office: Hamlinton
ANDREWS
Edwin age 40, b1820 PA, farmer
Maria (Minerva) age 38, b1822 PA
son Clinton age 20, b1840 PA, sawyer
son Adarial (Adrial) age 18, b1842 PA
son Ezra age 15, b1845 PA
son John age 12, b1848 PA
dau Nancy age 10, b1850 PA
son Adam age 2, b1858 PA
Obituary
The Christian Advocate
September 18, 1879
ANDREWS.--Rev. George Clinton Andrews was born in Salem, Wayne County, Pa. In youth he removed with his parents to Honesdale, Pa., where he lived until he was twenty-one. Shortly after, he attended a camp-meeting, was awakened, returned home, studied the Bible, wrestled in prayer, and found the Saviour. Feeling that he must preach, he entered Wyoming Seminary, intending to pursue a college course. Over-studying, he left school for rest. Soon he was called out by the Presiding Elder to serve Herrick Charge, where he arrived April 27, 1867. The next day he writes: "I am impressed with the need of purity of heart. I resolved to be holy. I bring all to the altar of consecration. I solemnly pray God not to give me comfort, and not to permit me to preach until I am wholly lost in Christ. The latter half of the Conference year of 1869 he served Oregon Charge; 1870 and 1871, Lackawaxen. In 1873 he was received into the Wyoming Conference, and sent to Campville, New York; then to Franklin Forks, two years; Osborn Hollow, one year. All these Charges he faithfully served. He was a true Christian gentleman. He was courteous and kind to the poor. As a preacher he was plain and practical. His life illustrated his sermons. He was a faithful student. God's word was his delight. May 3, 1871, he married Mrs. Maria Westfall, of Milford, Pike Co., Pa., who had two children. He was a considerate and loving husband and father. Though not strong he was active, and built up the Church and won souls. In March last his health failed. He was unable to attend Conference. He was granted a Superannuated relation. With continued decline, he gave up all hope of further labor; yet his countenance was radiant. He was constantly happy. He had a suitable word for all. His room seemed filled with the divine Presence. He said to his wife, "Don't weep, it is all joy. I have a building of God, eternal in the heavens." His last words were, "Thy rod and thy staff, they comfort me." The funeral services were held July 13 at Franklin Forks. Revs. Shepard, Leacock, Dresser, Boyce, and Merritt (Baptist) were present. Brother Shepard preached from Psalm cxvi, 15. The next day his remains were taken to his native place for interment, where a short service was held. Brother Andrews' life, though short, was a success. He had industry, patience, perseverance, faith, love--and he won.
Written by M. A. S.
Memoir
Methodist Episcopal Church
Wyoming Conference Journal
1880, Page 34
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"Rev. George C. Andrews
died
July 12, 1879
aged 39 years"
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