LEGISLATIVE RESOLUTION mourning the death of Edward W. Andrews, a past
President of the Hutchinson Hose Company, distinguished citizen and
devoted member of his community

WHEREAS, It is the custom of this Legislative Body to pay tribute to
citizens of the State of New York whose lifework and civic endeavor
served to enhance the quality of life in their communities and the great
State of New York; and
WHEREAS, Edward W. Andrews of Williamsville, New York, died on Friday,
July 17, 2009, at the age of 87; and
WHEREAS, Edward W. Andrews distinguished himself in his profession and
by his sincere dedication and substantial contribution to the welfare of
his community; and
WHEREAS, A skilled electrician, he was employed by the Williamsville
Central School District for many years, eventually working at Williams-
ville South High School; and
WHEREAS, Edward W. Andrews's commitment to excellence, and his spirit
of humanity, carried over into all fields of enterprise, including char-
itable and civic endeavors; and
WHEREAS, He served as President of the Hutchinson Hose Company during
its 125th Anniversary in 1981, at the same time his son, Rick, held the
esteemed position of Chief; furthermore, he served the Company as fire
police lieutenant; and
WHEREAS, A native of Halifax, Nova Scotia, Edward W. Andrews was a
member of George F. Lamm American Legion Post 622, and a United States
Army Air Force veteran of World War II; and
WHEREAS, Edward W. Andrews is survived by his wife, the former Rita
Schueckler; two sons, Robert and Richard; and two daughters, Dawn Matot
and Peggy Coutlakis; as well as eight grandchildren and six great-grand-
children; and
WHEREAS, Armed with a humanistic spirit, imbued with a sense of
compassion, and comforted by a loving family, Edward W. Andrews leaves
behind a legacy which will long endure the passage of time and will
remain as a comforting memory to all he served and befriended; now,
therefore, be it
RESOLVED, That this Legislative Body pause in its deliberations to
mourn the death of Edward W. Andrews, a past president of the Hutchinson
Hose Company, distinguished citizen and devoted member of his community;
and be it further
RESOLVED, That a copy of this Resolution, suitably engrossed, be tran-
smitted to the family of Edward W. Andrews.