The roofing industry mourns the loss of Charles Bechtel, who passed away on June 7 at the age of 83. Bechtel served in top positions with multiple roofing associations, including the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) and Miami Valley Roofing and Sheet Metal Association.
Bechtel's obituary states he graduated from Beavercreek High School in 1956 and began his journey into the roofing industry as a journeyman roofer after high school. He attended the University of Dayton, and in 1970, assumed control of Harold J. Becker Company as president. During his tenure, the company became a complete Section 7 moisture protection contractor with expertise in roofing, sheet metal, caulking and masonry restoration.