Andrew Wayne Chandler

Andrew Wayne Chandler, 31 of Cambria, died Sunday, Dec. 3, 2023, at his father’s home in Goreville. 

He was born on May 10, 1992, in Cape Girardeau, the son of Darrell Chandler and Kelley Matlock.

He is survived by his mother, Kelley (Stephen) Gannon; his father, Darrell (Tammy) Chandler; siblings Mathew and Dustin Chandler, Holly Alexander, Doug Meade, Jashua Cox, Cody and Michael Gannon; grandparents Donald (Beth) Chandler Sr. and Peggy Worthen; uncles Shane Matlock, Donnie and Kevin Chandler; other relatives and many friends. 

He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Bobbie June Matlock, Elizabeth Chandler and Dorthy Kelley.

Mr. Chandler was a 2010 graduate of Shawnee High School in Wolf Lake. He attended Southeast Missouri State University. 

He was an avid reader and had a lifelong passion for learning. He enjoyed comedy and loved writing jokes. He loved music and was a member of several bands. His other loves were animals, especially his cats, and his family. He truly loved spending time with his family and friends.

The family of Andrew Chandler hosted a gathering to celebrate his life from noon to 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 10, at The Foundation Room at 204 Tower Square in Marion.

To view the obituary and to leave online condolences for the family, visit www.rendlemanhilemanfh.com. 

Rendleman & Hileman Funeral Home in Jonesboro assisted the family with arrangements.