Bucks County lawmakers honor Judge R. Barry McAndrews in bridge renaming ceremony
Rep. Tim Brennan December 22, 2025
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DOYLESTOWN, Dec. 22 – State Rep. Tim Brennan, D-Bucks, joined state Rep. Shelby Labs, R-Bucks, and state Sen. Steve Santasiero, D-Bucks, at a ceremony on November 24 at the Bucks County Courthouse to name a portion of State Route 1006 (Ferry Road) as the Judge R. Barry McAndrews Memorial Highway, in honor of the judge’s distinguished judicial career and leadership within Bucks County’s justice system.
The lawmakers were joined by members of the McAndrews family and local and county officials.
“Judge McAndrew lived an incredible life of service as a veteran, a jurist, and a person who left his community a better place than he found it. He improved the quality of justice and had a deep understanding of his important role in a larger process. In an era where so many are quick to change democratic norms, he showed humility, discipline and respect for our system of justice. That is a hallmark of true public service,” Brennan said. “It’s also a reminder that, though our time is short, we are a part of something far bigger than ourselves. Our fidelity to a system of justice and the rule of law is crucial to passing on an exceptional society to the next generation.”
“It is a great honor to help recognize Judge McAndrews, whose distinguished service and advocacy left a lasting mark on Bucks County,” said Labs. “His efforts to modernize our courts, improve public safety, and promote transparency have shaped the justice system our community relies on today. This highway dedication is a fitting tribute to a life of public service and a legacy built on fairness, strength, and vision.”
A Marine veteran, Judge R. Barry McAndrews was appointed to the Bucks County Court of Common Pleas by Governor Bob Casey in 1991, elected President Judge in 1999, and served until his retirement in 2003. During his tenure, he was a vocal advocate for the creation of the new Bucks County Justice Center, which opened in 2015. He passed away in March 2024.
Previously, McAndrews served as Chief Counsel at Certain-teed Corporation (1962-1967), an Assistant Public Defender (1968-1969), acting as co-counsel in the notorious Mary Mamon murder trial, and a Partner in private practice for 24 years (1967-1991).
“It was a great honor to participate in the ceremony recognizing the contributions of Judge McAndrews at one of his most visible legacies to Bucks County, the Justice Center in Doylestown,” Brennan continued. “In the renaming of the Judge R. Barry McAndrews Memorial Highway, we hope that residents will be reminded that the democracy we cherish and the concept of justice before which all are equal is possible because of people like him, who honorably served their country and community in humble service to principles much bigger than themselves.”