Andrew “Drew” Wayne Harrell
January 31, 1944 ~ January 22, 2019
ROCKY MOUNT - Andrew "Drew" Wayne Harrell, age 74, passed away on Tuesday, January 22, 2019 at home surrounded by his family. Born in Henderson County, NC on January 31, 1944, he was the son of the late Andrew David Harrell and Cornelia Martin Harrell. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Ronald Harrell.
Drew was the proud husband of Theresa Haggerty Harrell, a wonderful father to Mary Bridget Harrell of Wilmington and Chandler Harrell of Raleigh, as well as a beloved "Grand" to Holden Harrell, Chandler Harrell, and Carr Bender. He was also a special brother-in-law to Michael and Barton Haggerty.
Drew was a goal setter; achieving many of his goals starting at an early age. He loved Boy Scouts and earned his Eagle Scout award and the Order of the Arrow. He received many honors in his high school years, served in the US Air Force, returning to graduate Cum Laude from NC Wesleyan College. Drew began his career in marketing at Hardee's Food Systems, becoming an entrepreneur when he and Theresa founded Consumer Concepts, Inc. After a lengthy time in business, he and Theresa moved to Morehead City, eventually selling the business, and starting another venture A. Harrell and Associates, Inc., building custom homes along the Crystal Coast. His philosophy was "there is little difference between a promotional product and a custom home, you were simply building a product to make your customer happy". Last, but not least, Drew recently established a Men's Bridge Club at Benvenue Country Club. Since his diagnosis with pancreatic cancer, being a people person has kept him busy making as much out of his limited time as possible. He has been blessed with many wonderful friends and neighbors, and his family is grateful to each for their continued friendship and support during his cancer battle.
A Memorial Mass will be held on Friday, January 25, 2019 at 11:00 AM at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 331 Hammond Street, Rocky Mount with Father Michael Butler officiating. Inurnment will follow the Mass at Rocky Mount Memorial Park. A Reception will be at Benvenue Country Club from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM.
Should friends desire, Drew's family suggests memorial contributions to be made to the Drew Harrell Memorial Fund at OLPH Catholic Church, via https://olphrm.org/donation/ 331 Hammond Street, Rocky Mount, NC 27804 or to a charity of your choice.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church
331 Hammond Street
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Friday 1/25, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
A Memorial Mass will be held on Friday, January 25, 2019 at 11:00 AM at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic Church, 331 Hammond Street, Rocky Mount with Father Michael Butler officiating.
Cemetery
Rocky Mount Memorial Park
4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Friday 1/25, 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
Inurnment will follow the Mass at Rocky Mount Memorial Park.
Memorial
Reception
Benvenue Country Club
100 Southern Blvd.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Friday 1/25, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
A Reception will be at Benvenue Country Club from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM.
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family’s loss.
Henry and I only got to know Mr. Drew a couple of years ago and what an impression he left on us. We consider ourselves lucky to have known him and will continue to be a part of the Harrell family as they grieve. God bless each of you and find comfort in knowing that he is with God cancer free and content knowing he was so loved in his lifetime. You all are in our prayers. Love, Henry, Shital, Drewv, Macy and Bentley
Theresa So very sorry about Drew. Will be thinking of y’all.
Brigette, We are so sorry for your loss.. We are sending prayers of Peace and Comfort to you and your family.. Love, Jodi & Paul
GREAT GUY WHO’S LEAVING US TO SOON. RIP MY FRIEND! MARION
My prayers go out to the family ,a wonderful individual that I was privileged to know.
An individual can often be judged by the children that they raised. If you know Bridget Harrell, then you know that Drew was a great man. And that greatness has been passed down through Bridget to Drew’s grandson Carr. We are honored to have known Drew and have him at our events. His sense of humor and giving spirit will be missed. Best wishes and our sympathies to the entire Harrell Family.
Dear Theresa and family, Drew had such a fun and loving spirit. I know that lives on in some way. I didn’t realize all of his life accomplishments until reading about them today. You had quite an interesting and fulfilling life together and I know he deeply loved you as well as his children and grandchildren. Big hugs to you all!
Theresa and family. Frank Grayiel just let me know of Drew’s passing. I am sooooo very very sorry for your loss. It’s been years and years, but I did so enjoy you and Drew during our time in Rocky Mount. May you and your children feel the presence of God in this difficult time.
Theresa, Bridget, Chandler and all the family. I am so very sorry for your loss! He was such a great man and will be missed terribly. I will miss his sweet smile abd laugh. May God bless him and all of you! Sending all of my love and prayers. Kara Kilby Masselli
Pam and I are so sorry. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Chandler, Bridget and your grandchildren and all your family. This is a loss for everyone.
I am so sorry for your lost Theresa, praying for you and your family.
Drew was a fraternity brother and friend. I am sorry I cannot be there as I am in another country. My thoughts and blessing are with Theresa, Bridget and Chandler and his Grands. Drew will be missed. We all have our good and fun memories. Dennis Simpson
Ms. Theresa and Bridget, It was such a pleasure meeting both of you in December. I really enjoyed getting to know you both as well as you sharing your love for Mr. Drew Please know you will be in my thoughts and prayers in the days and weeks ahead. Thank you for trusting and allowing me to make this transition as easy as possible. Sincerely, Tammy Armstrong Rocky Mount Memorial Park
LOSING A GREAT FRIEND IS NOT AN EASY THING TO PROGRESS THROUGH. NEITHER IS CARING, LOVING AND PRAYING FOR THOSE LEFT BEHIND. I WILL GIVE IT MY VERY BEST. LOVE TO ALL OF YOU. SKIP
Theresa, so sorry to hear about Drew. You and Drew were very helpful to me during the early years of Suntex and for that we are very grateful. Offering you and your family our deepest condolences. Tom Von Ahn
Truly sorry for your lost, fond memories of the times we shared in our early marriages. Love, Frank
Dear Family, Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of Drew. May you be comforted beyond measure as you reflect on the solid promise of a resurrection for all who have died. (John 528-29) Almighty God cannot lie, his promises are our guarantee and will soon become our reality. (Titus 12) JW.ORG
So sorry to hear about Drew. I enjoyed working with him at Consumer Concepts.
Our deepest condolences to you, Theresa, and the entire family. We will always remember Drew’s wonderful smile that lit up his whole face and his kind spirit. You are in our thoughts and prayers!
My sincere sympathy to your family forMay God be with you and the loss of your loved one.May God be with your family as you all go through these difficult.time.
I fondly remember the times our families shared and your wonderful sense of humor. God Bless You, Mr. Harrell.
My prayers are with you and your family.
Save a place on that first tee for me my old friend.
Theresa and family, you and Drew have been in my prayers since I recently learned of his illness. I was so sorry to hear about his passing today. I have such fond memories of him and of you, Theresa. You will all continue to be in my prayers.
To All of you have known and loved This Awesome man … Drew Harrell …. we all have been blessed…. knew Drew in classes at RMSH …1962 ….He had a gentle smile that said it All . RITA Abernathy Husmann Seattle
We are saddened by this news! Drew will be missed by many! Thinking of you all during this time!
Bridget I am so sorry to hear about your dad. I remember him well from his visits to you at Landfall Business Center. He always had a smile and kind word. You and your family are in my prayers.
Drew was a kind-spirited, happy man. We had the pleasure to meet Drew and Theresa in the Bahamas with the rest of their family. We were privileged to compete at ring toss, attend happy hour and be their table guest at a very special New Year’s Eve celebration. We will miss him and remember him dearly. Sending Love and our condolences to the family, John, Lea, Alex, and Jackie Anshus
Drew was a kind-spirited, happy man. We had the pleasure to meet Drew and Theresa in the Bahamas with the rest of their family. We were privileged to compete at ring toss, attend happy hour and be their table guest at a very special New Year’s Eve celebration. We will miss him and remember him dearly. Sending Love and our condolences to the family, John, Lea, Alex, and Jackie Anshus
The deepest condolance from friends in Norway! God bless his soul!
Theresa – so sorry to hear about Drew. Drew will always occupy a special place in my lifetime of memories. Ronnie McMillan
Dear Theresa, Bridget and family, Please know that Stuart and I are so terribly sorry for the loss of your husband and dad. Drew was a lovely man whom we enjoyed meeting several times. I remember his kind smile and his twinkling eyes. May you all be able to take comfort from the knowledge that he has been taken to God’s side and he is at peace there. You are in our thoughts and prayers. — Suzanne Pride Bryan and Stuart Bryan
My heartfelt prayers for Bridget and her family. Mr. Harrell was a kind and generous man, a loving grandfather. I will continue to keep the family in my prayers.
Theresa, Bridgett, Chandler, Holden, Chandler and Carr you are in our thoughts and prayers. It was good to know Drew.
Drew was one of the good guys to me as we went to some of the same colleges together and we enjoyed many good times. He will be missed by many and wish his family the most sincerest condolences.
From all your friends in Virginia, we are very sorry for your loss.
Theresa, I am so sorry to hear about Drew. I always enjoyed our conversations when you, Drew, and your dad would visit us. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Theresa and family, we are so sorry for your lost of a great man, sending you all prayers and love at this time.
Theresa, Seeing Drew’s obituary was so surprising and gave me a heavy heart thinking of what you are going through. You have my deepest sympathy and love. I have such fond memories of you and Drew while you were in Morehead. I wish I’d known you better but you were gone before I knew it. The gorgeous yellow gladiolas at your daughter’s wedding were memorable and so lovely, just like you and Drew. Ashley Sullivan