Andrew Longcrier Jr.

Andrew “Andy” Longcrier Jr. passed away peacefully Saturday, November 15.

Andy was born on January 9, 1946, in Witts Springs, Arkansas, to Andrew Sr. and Sarah Longcrier. The youngest of seven children, Andy moved with his family to Mendocino County, California, when he was seven years old. He spent his childhood in Elk and graduated from Willits High School in 1964.

Andy began his career in the lumber industry, starting out pulling green chain and through hard work and dedication, he rose through the ranks, ultimately serving as Mill Manager in Ukiah before retiring after thirty-five years of service. Not one to stay idle, Andy went on to work for Mendocino County as a Corrections Deputy for seven years.

Throughout his life, Andy gave generously of his time to his community. He coached Pop Warner baseball, youth football, and served as a swine leader for Willits 4-H. A skilled craftsman, Andy’s true passion was carpentry. He remodeled nine homes and helped built a yurt for his family.

Together with his wife of forty years, Bette “Irene”, Andy traveled extensively across the United States and abroad.

Andy loved the outdoors—fishing, hunting, rockhounding, and camping with family and friends were among his favorite pastimes.

He is survived by his beloved wife, Bette “Irene”; his son Jeff and wife Jill Longcrier and grandson Jackson Longcrier; his daughter Jenette Longcrier; stepdaughters Pauline (Bill) Rantala, Charlene (Donnie) Norred, and Christine (John) Chambers; niece Ima (Lloyd) Cripps; nephews James (Valorie) England, Larry (Janie) England, Earl Longcrier, and Kenneth Longcrier; as well as numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

Andy will be remembered for his hard work, his devotion to family, and his kind and generous spirit. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.