2009 BX Craftsmanship
Award Recipient

Andy Huff’s talented masonry work is showcased in the restored bell tower at St. John the Baptist Italian Catholic Church.

Initially, the project called for removing the top few feet of the tower.  Once demolition began it was immediately apparent that the existing masonry would not be able to carry the load of the new steeple and 30,000-pound concrete cap.

After removing 15-feet of original masonry, Huff and his crew of ten began re-laying the block and brick to match the look of the historical landmark and meet the dimensions necessary for the new components.

A power line located in close proximity to the bell tower was one of many obstacles that Huff encountered. Unable to scaffold the outside of the tower, the masons were essentially upside down for much of the project while working from inside.  

Huff is currently employed by Miles-McClellan Construction Co., Inc.  He was with Corna Kokosing Construction for ten of his 16 years in the trade.  

A first-time Craftsmanship Award winner, Huff was also nominated this year for his work at the Main Street Synagogue.

Updated 8/27/2009