Chino, Calif.-based Shell Roofing Solutions, an eco-centric commercial roofing firm, regretfully announced the passing of its longtime Director of Sales, Tom Hunter, who had been battling cancer. 

John R. Embow was president of Grove Roofing Services and an active member of multiple roofing and construction organizations.

George W. Wopperer, founder of Remedial Insulation Barriers Co. (RIBCO) in Buffalo, New York, known for his successful roofing and insulation businesses, passed away on July 24, 2023, at 91, due to mesothelioma. 

The roofing industry remembered Kevin Gwaltney for his passion for the trade, love of family and youthful leadership following his death late last month.

Honest Abe Roofing pays tribute to the late Michael Krebs, who portrayed Abraham Lincoln in its marketing and throughout the United States.

Apple Roofing remembers Co-Founder Dustan Biegler, who died in an airplane accident Jan. 11.

Hardy, the founder of 84 Lumber and Nemacolin Resort, was known for growing 84 Lumber into a billion-dollar company.

In addition to his roofing career, McCrory served in multiple roles with the National Roofing Contractors Association, earning its J.A. Piper Award in 2017.

Van Dyne served as the 18th WSRCA president from 1991 to 1992.

Ed Dunlap — an entrepreneur, restaurateur, philanthropist and family man — was the chairman and founder of CentiMark Corporation, one of the largest commercial roofing companies in North America.