WILLIAM F. ANDREWS, JR.
VICE PRESIDENT
DETROIT MEMORIAL PARK ASSOCIATION
William F. Andrews, Jr., Vice President of the Detroit Memorial Park Association, was elected to the Board of Directors in 1990. Detroit Memorial Park Cemetery (DMP) is the oldest African American corporation in the State of Michigan. The cemetery was developed in 1925 by courageous funeral directors, ministers, and community leaders, at a time when Black families could not be buried with diginity in Detroit. Today, DMP’s tradition of respect, caring, and pride continues at several southeast Michigan cemetery locations.
Andrews, a graduate of Mackenzie High School, earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Science, and a Master of Arts degree in Educational Psychology, from Michigan State University. In 1967, he was initiated as a member of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity. He has also been a member of the MSU Black Alumni Association since its inception.
As an employee of the State of Michigan, his career spanned 32 years under the administrations of Governors Milliken, Blanchard, and Engler in several human services related capacities including the state’s Classified Executive Service. He retired from state service in 2002. Previously held positions also include: Vice President of the Greater Lansing Urban League, Chairman of Ford Motor Company’s Dispute Settlement Board, and the Council of State Governments entertainment chairman.
Originally, from Detroit’s North End, Andrews maintains social, civic, and philanthropic associations with the City. His affiliations include, the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, the Motown Historical Museum, Fellowship Chapel, the Booker T. Washington Business Association, and a life membership in the NAACP.
A proponent of outdoor exercise, Andrews runs more than 500 miles during the summer months each year. He is also the proud father of two amazing children, Alecia and Ryan Hill.
