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.
Junior Warner Company: M&N Enterprises Limited Years of Service: 5 Comments: Junior Warner, 43, of San Juan near the Port of Spain, enjoyed working aboard his garbage truck, owned by M&N Contractors Limited. Friends described him ad quiet and polite. He was always the eager person to make sure he did his job to the … Read more
John R “Jack” Coleman Company: Haverford College Years of Service: 50+ Comments: Mr. Coleman was a well educated man. Former president of Haverford College he decided to step out of the limelight and take a new perspective on life. After his revelations and continued studies of politics and world issues, Coleman realized that he like … Read more
Todd B. Rumpke Company: Rumpke Waste & Recycling Years of Service: Multiple Comments: Todd B. Rumpke, 53, was the regional vice president at Rumpke Waste & Recycling. From the time his was little boy, Todd adored all things Rumpke. He spent his entire life working for the business, following in his father’s and grandfather’s footsteps. … Read more
Emilio Dodd Company: DFW Landfill Years of Service: Multiple Comments: Our hearts and prayers go out to the family of Mr. Dodd. He was a dedicated worker and a great friend to everyone he encountered. We will not forget you, Emilio Dodd. Together, let’s honor the memory of the men and women who have served … Read more
Gary Lambert Company: City of Caldwell Years of Service: 35 Comments: Today, his coworkers are mourning. Thomas Trnka is the solid waste superintendent in Caldwell. He worked with Gary Lambert for ten years. “I was just hoping it was something minor like an accident or broken leg, but when I arrived it was not good, … Read more
Tyrone Comfort Company: City of Charleston Solid Waste Years of Service: 3 Comments: Tyrone I. Comfort Charleston – Entered into eternal rest Tuesday, July 5, 2016 Mr. Tyrone I. Comfort. Residence 57 St. Margaret St., Charleston, SC. Mr. Comfort is the husband of Mrs. Donna Bellamy, son of Mr. Alfred Comfort, Sr. and the late … Read more
Karl Brown Company: Waste Connection Years of Service: 25 Comments: “He worked there for 25 years,” said Waste Connections Operations Supervisor Chris Smith. For a number of years, Karl Brown called Riverfest home. He worked with his team day and night keeping the place clean. “Everybody knew him. Everybody loved him. He was a great dude,” … Read more
Harold “Jamie” Dickey Company: Cullman County Solid Waste Years of Service: 5 Comments: “We’re mourning for him,” said Cullman County Attorney Chad Floyd. “It’s a tough day for the county. We’ve never lost anyone like this before.” Grief counselors are being made available to Dickey’s co-workers on Friday. “Our employees are dedicated to public service, … Read more
Gonzalo Trevino Company: Marengo Disposal Company Years of Service: 15 Comments: Gonzalo Trevino, age 54, of Dixon, died Friday, April 28, 2016, following an accident at Winnebago County Landfill in Rockford. He was born January 10, 1962, in Brownsville, TX, the son of Rigo and Anna (Torres) Trevino. He had worked for the Marengo Disposal … Read more
Jason Jolly Company: Hamilton Co. landfill Years of Service: 5 Comments: RIP We will not forget you, Jason Jolly. 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 the offices and repair shops, the employees of … Read more