Andrew J. Koors, age 58 of Batesville, died Tuesday, February 21, 2017 at University Hospital in Cincinnati. Born May 13, 1958 in Batesville, he is the son of Gloria (Nee: Firsich) and James Koors. A teacher for 33 years with the Batesville School Corporation, he taught German at the high school. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus Council #1461, the Batesville Athletic Booster Club, Notre Dame Alumni Association, Cricket Ridge and a long time announcer of Batesville boys and girls basketball for WRBI.
Andy embraced his German heritage. He was a long time fixture at the annual Freudenfest in Oldenburg and apparently its’ unofficial mascot. For several years he was pictured on a billboard complete with his lederhosen. He enjoyed his students and teaching them to speak German as well as learning about German customs. According to his family, Andy was a good cook and liked going to Jungle Jim’s International Market regularly. Apparently he made something called Hell Fire Bean Dip that was so hot, it was legendary. His brother tried to make it, cutting the heat factor in half and said it was still barely edible. An avid golfer, he competed in several leagues and although not largely considered a sports fan by his family, Andy did like watching Notre Dame football and basketball. Other interests included photography and occasional visits to the Indiana Grand Casino.
He is survived by his sister Tress Zielinski of Batesville; brother Tony Koors of Indianapolis; nieces Kira Lentz, Kylie Koors, Kami Koors, all of Indianapolis and nephews Nicholas Koors of Parma Heights, Ohio, Benjamin Koors and E.J. Koors, both of Indianapolis. In addition to his parents, he is also preceded in death by his sister Tammy Koors.
Visitation is Friday, February 24th, from 4 – 7 p.m. at the Weigel Funeral Home. A rosary service will be held at 4 p.m. Funeral services are 11 a.m., Saturday, February 25th, at St. Louis Church with Rev. Dennis Duvelius officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. The family requests memorials to the Batesville Community Education Foundation.