Ronn A. Andrusco

He was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada, the eldest child of Peter and Doris Andrusco on March 15, 1949. He obtained his Bachelor of Science in Mathematics, his Masters degree in Statistics and his teaching certificate from the University of Manitoba. Of parallel interest and achievement was his career as a professional freelance violist performing with the National Ballet of Canada, Kitchener Waterloo Symphony Orchestra, Hamilton Philharmonic Orchestra, Edmonton Symphony Orchestra, Brantford Symphony Orchestra and many other southern Ontario orchestras. He was often invited to be a clinician and staff member at summer music camps.

He was also an avid sports fan, in particular baseball, hockey and football.

His interests in both baseball and statistics led him to make many close friendships with the baseball community in Wheeling, West Virginia.

After many years as a statistician with the Government of Ontario Health Department, he pursued a teaching career with the Toronto District School Board, culminating with four complete years of service with the Houston Independent School District at Westside High School. It was in Houston, TX that he found his greatest fulfillment enjoying to the fullest the people, food, culture and politics.

He is survived by his wife, Velma and son, Justin Ryan (A.J.) Andrusco, mother Doris Andrusco of Toronto, On., sister Linda (Kelly Hartle) of Port Perry, On., nieces Kimberly (Todd Roy and great nephew Adam, great niece Leah) of Toronto, On., niece Bonnie (Todd White) of Stoney Creek, On., and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was predeceased by his father, Peter and sister, Wanda.

We wish to extend gratitude and thanks to the many medical professionals, caregivers, support staff and volunteers at Memorial Hermann Memorial City Hospital, Vitas Hospice and MD Anderson Cancer Center. Particular thanks to Dr. Moradi, Dr. Morkus, Dr. Kavadi, Dr. Giralt, Dr. Qasilbash, Dr. Manhas, Dr. Medrano, Dr. Parikh, Dr. Patel and Dr. Walker.

Special thanks to the many friends, colleagues and students (past and present), who helped and supported Ronn during his courageous battle with cancer.

He held everyone to the same high standards and expectations that he held for himself.

“Aim for the top, it’s less crowded there!”

The family will receive friends from 5:00 until 8:00 PM Tuesday December 21, 2010 at Memorial Oaks Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 PM Wednesday December 22, 2010 in the Memorial Oaks Funeral Home Chapel, 13001 Katy Freeway Houston, Texas 77079.

In lieu of flowers please make your donations to the Ronn Andrusco Scholarship (for baseball players attending West Liberty). Please contact [email protected].