Andy Barringer, Assistant Chief, Parkwood Fire and Rescue, died on Sunday, March 1st.

Andy (pictured--on right) was a dear brother in the Lord. Everytime that we got together, our conversations always centered on serving Jesus and reaching others.

He was a faithful encourager to me and I will miss him. Pray for his family and for his extended family at Parkwood Fire and Rescue.

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DURHAM - Andy Barringer, 46, passed away Sunday evening in W. Virginia.

Andy was born in Salisbury. He moved in 1965 to Durham where he graduated from Jordan High School. Several years ago Andy moved his family to Rolesville and his life was transformed by Christ! He loved God and being at church with his family.

Andy was a godly and loving father to Colton.Andy was a deacon at Richland Creek Community Church, where he played in the church orchestra. Andy made several mission trips to South East Asia, Greece, W. Virginia, and France to share the gospel of Jesus Christ. He enjoyed playing golf, especially with his golfing buddies at Hillandale Golf Club.

Andy served for 29 years at Parkwood Volunteer Fire Department. He has been assistant chief since 1997 and past president of the Durham County Fire Chief's Association.

He is survived by his wife, Amanda Aiken Barringer of Rolesville; son, Colton Barringer; parents, Peggy Eidson Barringer and James M. Barringer of Durham; and brother, Tony Barringer of Hillsborough.

A funeral service will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. at Richland Creek Community Church in Wake Forest with Pastor David Sims and Chaplain Mark Holland officiating. Burial will follow in Rolesville Cemetery.

A visitation is scheduled Tuesday from 4 to 8 p.m. at Clements Funeral Service in Durham. Pallbearers will be Keith Edmonds, Duane Webb, Archie Dinglasan, Troy Meachum, Mike Crawley and John Wright.

The family is being assisted by Clements Funeral Service in Durham. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Colton A. Barringer Scholarship Account, Suntrust Bank 401 S. Main Street Rolesville, NC 27571.