WEST WARWICK, RI, Jul 01, 2011 (MARKETWIRE via
COMTEX) --
It is with the deepest of sadness that we announce the passing of Albert
W. Ondis, 85, today, July 1, 2011, founder and former CEO and Chairman
of the Board of Astro-Med, Inc. (NASDAQ: ALOT). He died peacefully
surrounded by his family.
Without question he was a brilliant entrepreneur, having founded
several successful companies in addition to Astro-Med, Inc. His legacy
will be carried on by the many loyal employees and friends that he
generously taught over the years through example and by virtue of his
dynamic spirit.
Mr. Ondis was a human being without equal, a strong, selfless and
caring leader. He was fully devoted to his business and his family and
will always be remembered for his hard work, intelligence, vision,
dedication, honesty and fairness. He'll also be remembered for his
successes as a businessman. He touched many lives in so many positive
ways. He will forever be missed.
About Astro-Med, Inc.
Astro-Med, Inc. is a leading manufacturer of specialty high tech
printing systems, electronic medical instrumentation, and test and
measurement instruments. Astro-Med, Inc. products are sold under the
brand names Astro-Med(R), Grass(R) Technologies and QuickLabel(R)
Systems and are employed around the world in a wide range of aerospace,
medical, military, industrial, and packaging applications. Astro-Med,
Inc. is a member of the Russell Microcap(R) Index. Additional
information is available by visiting www.Astro-MedInc.com.
Contact:
Everett V. Pizzuti
President and CEO
Joseph P. O'Connell
CFO
Astro-Med, Inc.
Tel: 800-343-4039
SOURCE: Astro-Med, Inc.