Norfolk – Ernest Lloyd Andre, 75, of the 700 block of Bayberry Lane, died April 17, 2002, at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, after a brief illness. He was born in Mandan, North Dakota, the son of Ralph Andre and Ethel Funston Andre. He was an Army veteran and retired after 34 years of distinguished Federal service as Director of Public Works, Norfolk Naval Shipyard. Ernie was a wonderful husband and great father, an avid golfer, and an active elder at Ocean View Presbyterian Church.
He was predeceased by his wife, Mary Stamaris Andre.
He is survived by his son, Gregory, daughter-in-law Haritini and granddaughter Kristen; one brother, Fred Andre, and sister-in-law Barbara.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, April 21, 2002, from 4-5:30 PM at the funeral home. A funeral service will be held on Monday, April 22, 2002, at 11:00 AM at the Ocean View Presbyterian Church by the Rev. Arthur F. Jensen. Burial will follow in Rosewood Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Ocean View Presbyterian Church or to your favorite charity. Altmeyer Funeral Home, Virginia Beach chapel, is handling arrangements.