Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

it has been 56 years since you passed from the injuries you sustained 14 years earlier. your Family truly misses you and remembers you so fondly. It has been a joy reading their reflections.
Please know that you will never be forgotten and your sacrifice has not gone un noticed.
Rest in peace Sgt. Rusbarsky You deserve it.

Elizabeth Haugen Mosqueda.
Widow of Deputy Michael Haugen.
Riverside County Sheriffs Department

October 29, 2024

Uncle Andy was my godfather. When we visit Pennsylvania years ago, I got to stay with him and Margo and Marge. He’s spoiled me. I have great memories of him. Miss him very much!

Linda Rusbarsky Hornsey
Frank’s daughter, Andy’s niece

January 30, 2024

I can also remember Uncle Andy telling me jokes when we visited as a family back in the 60's. Always good hearted. My dad, Frank, Andy's brother told me of several of his memories as teenagers. Margo, thanks for this website, I just came across it today.
Laurence (Larry) Andrew Rusbarsky, nephew

Laurence Rusbarsky
Family

January 5, 2024

Happy Birthday Dad....I miss you... We did not have enough time together. I am amazed at how many officers over the years, near and far I have met because you are in heaven. I see the good in many responders in my work with helping and still putting time in on the FD, LODD's, PR, Medic & Hazmat. I remember you saying do what you can and help when you can...You are so right. I would have loved to seen your reaction when you found out some of the crazy responses, leaving me shaking my head though I remember you having a few on your own.

Margo [Daughter]
Monroeville FD, Allegheny. HAZMAT, Ret. Pittsburgh Rescue 1, PATF-1.

August 5, 2023

Dad: You are missed. You have surpassed your age this year. I hope you are resting in peace. I love you.

Margo, LE LODD Survivor, Ret. Pgh {PA} Rescue 1, PATF1; & Monroeville FD

October 29, 2022

HAPPY BIRTHDAY DAD! You are missed.

Margo
Daughter

August 5, 2022

Dad: You did it ...you made it to the exact amount of time lost to the amount of time you lived. I would rather have you here. I miss you every day. 53 years already. So you would have been 106. I was so young yet will never forget your words every time it was a teachable moment from the day of grabbing a hose to put out a fire, my future driving lesson, the words to keep me safe and more over how to care. These days are not great for PD...My heart breaks for everyone of them lost. I know you are at peace. I love you. You were so instrumental in my short life. Daddy's Girl who took your strength & persevered.

Margo
Ret. Pittsburgh R-1, PATF-1, Monroeville FD, Allegheny Cty HM 440.

October 29, 2021

Hey Dad: I miss you every day. 53 years already. So you would have been 106 but also you have died the same amount of years you lived. I will never forget your words every time it was a teachable moment from the day of grabbing a hose to put out a fire, my future driving lesson, the words to keep me safe and more over how to care. These days are not great for PD...My heart breaks for everyone of them lost. Please greet them at the gate they'll need your wisdom and strength. Give them a hello. Until we meet again Dad...I miss you...

Margo-Daughter
Ret. Pittsburgh R-1, PATF-1, Monroeville FD, Allegheny Cty HM 440.

August 5, 2021

Hey Dad: 52 years passed already and there's not a day I don't miss you. You taught me so much even though a little kid some of the be careful notes have always kept me safe. These are the days that are surreal. My words initially were lost in cyber space but someday we can share war stories.

Margo - Daughter

November 1, 2020

Happy Birthday Dad: We've lost too much time together. They time flies, I wish it would fly backwards so Mom, you & I could start over and try this again with what we know. Thanks for the best advice. Say Hi to all those who recently passed, plus my coworkers who looked out for me. Thank you for making me the strong, professional, hard working woman I am. Miss you...

Margo-Daughter

August 5, 2020

Miss you dad; with your niece with you as of yesterday know you are not forgotten. Know a few more of your comrades have joined so keep the thunder to a minimum. You taught me well. You were such an influence on so many. Thanks for giving me the best advice in life. 51 yrs wow, I keep on telling everyone I am 29. Love you.

Margo
daughter

October 29, 2019

Uncle Andy, you are Never forgotten and always Loved!
I think of you often, I know that you are with the rest of the Rusbarsky clan and I can imagine the wonderful laughing going on.
Till we meet again...

Cynthia Siedow (Rusbarsky)
Niece
September 8, 2019

Cynthia Siedow

September 8, 2019

Happy Birthday Dad!

Margo

August 5, 2019

Dear Dad: I can't believe it is 50 years you're gone. I was visiting many friends that also passed this week I am sure you will meet them. It was incredibly difficult this year. October with Mom's & your Anniversary, You leaving and me aging, grandad's R birthday; its been no fun, yet you gave me courage. I know one thing we would have had some great times where I could have given back to you for your knowledge that led me to a career.

Margo
Daughter

November 9, 2018

Rest In Peace Brother LEO. You are honored and remembered on the 50th anniversary of your EOW.

Officer Mike Robinson (Ret.)
Upland Police Dept. CA

October 29, 2018

Sgt. Rusbarsky,
On today, the 50th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served with the U.S. Army during WW II. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

October 29, 2018

Happy Birthday Dad!!!!
Another year passed already.
You'll also be marking a 50th Anniversary this year of your LODD.
Miss mom & you.

M
Daughter

August 5, 2018

Happy Birthday Dad!!!

M
Daughter

August 5, 2017

Sgt. Rusbarsky,
On today, the 48th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served in the U.S. Army during WW II. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

October 29, 2016

Rest in peace and Olav Hashalom Sergeant Rusbarsky. Thank you for your service.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

January 16, 2016

Sgt. Rusbarsky,
Sir, it has taken over 47 years but you are finally being honored. I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice-not just for your Community but for our Country as well when you served in the U.S. Army during WW II. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.

R.I.P.
USBP

Anonymous
United States Border Patrol

January 5, 2016

My Father was Mayor of Monroeville and I remember Andy as the most kind person I would ever meet. He was a desk Sgt. At the time and would always have time to share an Apple with me. I was very small then. RIP Andy. We all miss you.

John Duncan
friend

January 3, 2016

Andy Rusbarsky was my husband's uncle, who he admired
and loved. He was such a good role model for the
youth, and all who knew him.

Marilyn Rusbarsky
Niece

December 22, 2015

My Uncle Andrew "Andy" Robert Rusbarsky was my namesake. I met him early on in my childhood and only remember him as having been a police officer. At the time I met him, he was retired yet, my dad, his brother kept holding Uncle Andy in a position of honor, for his service.

Robert J Rusbarsky 2015

Robert J Rusbarsky Not a PD officer
Nephew

December 21, 2015