Andrew Jackson Frost (“Jack”) was born August 31, 1922 to the late James Frost and Mittie Green Frost in Ellisville, Arkansas. He departed this life on June 20, 2017 at Phoenix Baptist Hospital, Phoenix, Arizona. His beloved parents, nine brothers and four sisters preceded him in death.
Andrew grew up in Bearden, Arkansas. Andrew confessed to faith in Jesus Christ as a young man and joined AME church. Andrew proudly served overseas as a sergeant in the military during World War II, enlisting in 1942 and receiving awards of distinction for his service. He was Honorably Discharged in 1946. He met his beloved wife, Verna Dean Butler in the 1940’s on the campus of the AM&N College in Pine Bluff, Arkansas. Andrew and Verna were united in holy matrimony June 30, 1949.
As a young couple, Andrew and Verna moved to Chicago, Illinois, to begin life in a new city. They were blessed with two daughters. They had a passion for life and working hard. They became two of the first African American owners of Shell Oil service stations in Chicago, along with other business ventures, including rental properties. Throughout their life together, Andrew and Verna were well-known for their charitable deeds toward those in need, and as a result they received many life blessings.
Andrew’s great heart, humor, and generosity will be remembered by all who knew him. He loved his family dearly and was truly loved in return. He was an avid sports fan and history buff, especially regarding World War II. He enjoyed listening to his soothing blues and country music and sharing stories of his past.
On the afternoon of Tuesday, June 20, 2017, our Dear Lord called Andrew home. He leaves to cherish his memory: His loving wife, Verna Dean; two devoted daughters, Dr. Jacqueline Jackson (Major William) and Gwendolyn Kaye Frost, all of Phoenix, Arizona; five grandchildren, Felicia Thompson (Eugene); Kimberly Overton; and Andrew Boyd of Phoenix, Arizona; Leanier Boyd and Devar Spight of Chicago, Illinois; a beloved sister, Katherine Lamothe of Cambria Heights, New York and sister-in-law, Dorothy Butler Whitford of Pine Bluff, Arkansas; four great-grandchildren, Bentley, Cameron, Mia and Elijah, and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
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