Ronnie Andrews Accident Cape Charles, VA Death and Obituary

With heavy hearts, family and friends grieve the loss of Ronnie Andrews, whose life was tragically cut short in a crash along the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel early Sunday morning. The 61-year-old Robersonville, North Carolina resident was driving a tractor-trailer when it went overboard near the southern span, just south of Fisherman’s Island by Cape Charles, around 6:30 a.m.

Emergency crews responded immediately. The United States Coast Guard joined the Virginia Beach Marine Police in a coordinated search effort. Images broadcast by WBOC-TV captured the Perdue truck submerged beneath the water’s surface — a stark and haunting sight.

According to the Chesapeake Bay Bridge and Tunnel Commission, no other vehicles were involved. Despite calm weather conditions and fair visibility, the crash caused extensive damage to the bridge’s guardrail and curb. Maintenance crews worked tirelessly to stabilize the structure, with one southbound lane remaining closed as repairs continue.

Authorities are investigating what led to the accident, but for those who knew Andrews, the focus is on remembrance. He was a dedicated truck driver who spent decades traversing highways and waterways, embodying resilience and responsibility with every mile logged. To his family, he was a steady presence — a source of guidance, humor, and unwavering devotion.

As the waters beneath the bridge return to stillness, the community reflects on a life defined by hard work and quiet dignity. Though his final journey ended in tragedy, his legacy of commitment and love will remain steadfast in the hearts of those he leaves behind.