Delivering Care and Holiday Cheer: Andy Krul’s Inspiring Story
At Oswego Health, we know our employees are remarkable—not just for what they do here, but for who they are beyond the walls of our campuses. Take Andy Krul, one of our dedicated Lab Couriers.
By day, Andy crisscrosses our health system’s campuses, ensuring lab work and vital information are delivered quickly and accurately. But when he’s not behind the wheel for Oswego Health, Andy’s driving force is something even bigger—service to others.
Andy has been a volunteer firefighter since 1997, first serving in Minetto before joining the Scriba Volunteer Fire Department, where he still serves today. Over the years, he’s worn many hats (or helmets, rather), and while he’s held leadership roles, these days he’s happiest simply driving the rig and helping wherever he’s needed most.
And speaking of hats… there’s another one Andy proudly wears each holiday season—the iconic red one trimmed in white. That’s right, Andy helps keep the magic of Santa alive in our community.
It all started years ago when Andy took his stepsons to a “Meet Santa” event—only to find that Santa couldn’t make it. Without missing a beat, his fellow firefighters turned to Andy. “You’re up,” they said.
Though a bit reluctant at first, Andy stepped into the suit—and into a role that’s brought joy to countless children ever since. For Andy, the magic isn’t in the suit—it’s in the smiles, the wonder, and the shared joy of the season.
“Once you see the look on a child’s face,” he says, “you realize it’s not just about playing a part—it’s about keeping the magic alive.”
Those who know Andy aren’t surprised. Whether he’s delivering labs, driving a firetruck, or delivering joy, his kind heart and contagious energy shine through. He’s been part of the Oswego Health family for four years, and it’s clear he embodies our spirit of caring in every part of his life.
So this holiday season, if you hear the faint jingle of bells and catch a glimpse of a familiar smile beneath a white beard—don’t be surprised. It might just be Andy, spreading a little extra kindness, one “ho-hoho” at a time.