In Loving Memory
Whether driving routes on garbage trucks, delivering portable sanitation units, or working in the offices and repair shops, the men and women of our industry serve important roles and are very special people. Together, let's honor the memory of those fallen heros who have served the waste industry by our side. If someone in your company has passed away and you would like to honor them, please fill out the form below. The sanitation community joins you in honoring the employees and co-workers of your company who have passed before us.
John Martorana Company: Iron Container Years of Service: 30 Comments: John James Martorana, 75, was called home on June 23, 2026, leaving behind a legacy defined by generosity, humility, and an unmatched ability to make everyone around him feel seen and valued. He never met a stranger. Those lucky enough to know him knew exactly … Read more
Louis J Paveglio Company: National Waste Management Holdings, Inc Years of Service: 53 Comments: Louis “Tiny” Paveglio passed away peacefully on June 13, 2026, with his wife Maureen by his side. Tiny loved his family above all else. He found joy in raising his children, spending time on the river in Alex Bay, riding motorcycles, … Read more
Curtis Harris Company: Capital Waste Services Years of Service: Unknown but more than 2 years Comments: Curtis was a hard worker that cared for everyone but a select few. Lol Before he passed he was a diesel mechanic. He showed so much love to my family, his family and his work family. We will not … Read more
Horatio Harold “Ray” Holtz Company: Holtz Industries, Inc Years of Service: 40 Comments: It is with great sadness that we honor the passing of Horatio Harold “Ray” Holtz, a dedicated pioneer and leader in the waste and recycling industry. Ray Holtz, co-founder of Holtz Industries in Newark, Ohio, left this world on March 5, 2026, … Read more
John C. Arwood 37yrs. Arwood Waste & Demolition John C. Arwood, 78, passed away at his home on Sunday, October 16, 2022. Mr. Arwood was born in Bluefield, West Virginia on September 27, 1944, the son of the late Charles Arwood and Cerilla Hager Arwood, both Ordained Ministers. He was American Indian, a Veteran of … Read more
Richard Bloom, Sr Company: Gladstone Disposal Years of Service: 75 Comments: In memory of Richard R. Bloom, Sr. 1926-2004 We will not forget you, Richard Bloom, Sr. Together, let’s honor the memory of the men and women who have served by our side. Whether on the garbage trucks, delivering portable sanitation units, or working in … Read more
Kevin Scott Adamson Company: M & M Disposal Years of Service: 10 Comments: M&M Disposal suffered a major loss this weekend. We were all hoping it was a nightmare and we would wake up to find out it wasn’t true. Unfortunately, we have to push through these days with one foot in front of another. … Read more
William Noble Carl, Jr. Company: Gainsborough Waste Years of Service: 40+ Comments: It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of William Noble Carl, Jr. Mr. Carl founded Gainsborough Waste and Texas Outhouse together with his sons, William Noble Carl III and Paul Carl. He was an exceptional man who influenced the Houston … Read more
William K. ‘Mike’ Flood Company: Flood Brothers Years of Service: 50+ Comments: With tremendous sadness, we announce the passing of our leader, company patriarch, and the last of the original Flood Brothers, William K. ‘Mike’ Flood. Mike, the last of the 3rd generation of Floods active in the business, passed peacefully over the weekend surrounded … Read more
Rachel Ann Nale Nale Company: Republic Services Years of Service: 15 Comments: Rachel Ann Nale, 49, Anderson, passed away on January 25, 2022. She was born on May 30, 1972, in New Castle to the late Charles and Ella (Rice) Nale. Rachel was employed with Republic Services as a customer service representative. She was a … Read more