(1948 - 2016)
Passed peacefully away at the Health Sciences Complex in the presence of family and friends on Tuesday, October 18, 2016, Emir Andrews, age 68 years. Predeceased by her parents Dr. J. Frazier Walsh (2003) and Catherine Elizabeth Walsh (nee Bradfield)(2006); parents-in-law: Ralph Andrews (1989) and Muriel Andrews (nee Chapman)(2004); brother-in-law, Donald Andrews (2005) and sister-in-law, Elizabeth Andrews (nee Thompson)(2016). Leaving to celebrate her life are her husband of 46 years, Stephen; daughter, Dr. Kimberly Andrews-Putt, DVM (Craig); her grandchildren: Ciarán and Kayleé, who were her pride and joy; her twin sister, Maeve Walsh; sister, Moya Clarke (Kevin); sister-in-law, Eileen Andrews (Moncton); brother-in-law, Bob Andrews (Calgary); as well a number of nephews and nieces and a wide circle of friends. Emir was a retired Associate Professor of Psychology, having taught for almost 40 years at Memorial University. Shortly after MS caused her to begin using an electric scooter, she was invited to join the Board of the Glen Roy Blundon Centre at MUN. The Blundon Centre deals with accessibility issues at MUN and Emir remained on that board even after retirement, serving for nearly 25 years. In recent times Emir also joined the Board of CODNL. Emir's other passion in life was her dogs. Together with husband Steve, they bred and showed Scottish Terriers for some 35 years. As a member of the Newfoundland (All Breed) Kennel Club from 1972 until her passing, she served in many official roles - most frequently as Show Secretary. When she and Steve met, she owned a dog named Finn MacCoul and the last dog they acquired in 2014 is also named Finn MacCoul. Visitation at Barrett's Funeral Home, 328 Hamilton Avenue, on Sunday, October 23, from 12noon-9pm. A celebration of Emir's life will take place at St. David's Presbyterian Church, Elizabeth Avenue, on Monday, October 24, 2016 at 2:00pm, with a reception to follow at the church hall. A private family burial will take place at Mount Pleasant Cemetery Columbarium. As expressions of sympathy, flowers will be gratefully accepted or donations in Emir's memory may be made to St. David's Presbyterian Church, the MS Society of Canada, the Canadian Kennel Club Foundation or a charity of one's choice. To view the online memorial guest book or leave a message of condolence, please visit www.barretts.ca.