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 Wesley Choate Company: City of Springfield Years of Service: He was 53 yrs Comments: “We are all saddened by the loss of one of our own” City Manager Greg Burris said in the release. “Please keep the Choate family in your thoughts and prayers.” We will not forget you, John Wesley Choate. Together, let’s … Read more
David Knapp Company: Seneca Meadows Landfill Years of Service: 14 Comments: “We are sad to report the death of one of our employees today,” Seneca Meadows said in a statement issued late Saturday night” The fatality is believed to be the first on landfill property in 14 years. David Knapp, 35, of Ballston Spa, … Read more
Johnny Tolliver Sr. Company: City of Berkeley-Zero Waste Years of Service: 25 years Comments: Neighbors rushed to Tolliver’s aid after the accident and he was rushed to a hospital but died there later in the day, city spokesman Matthai Chakko said. Tolliver had been with Berkeley’s garbage pickup service, the Zero Waste Division, for 25 … Read more
James “Timmy” Mosley Company: Waste Management Years of Service: 43 Comments: Timmy was my uncle and he will be missed. He drove a front load truck until his retirement. We will not forget you, James “Timmy” Mosley. Together, let’s honor the memory of the men and women who have served by our side. Whether on … Read more
Henry Gutierrez Jr. Company: Gutierrez Disposal Years of Service: 35 Comments: “Henry is real big in our city. They even named a park after him,” Correu said. “He goes around to the police and fire departments every year and drops off tamales.” We will not forget you, Henry Gutierrez Jr.. Together, let’s honor the memory … Read more
Michael Wetzel Company: Environmental Health Services Years of Service: 21 Comments: Michael Wetzel leaves behind 6 children and a wife, and as a result, his death has received some media attention, and a crowd funding website to support the family has been established on youcaring.com. , I just wanted you to know that one of … Read more
Tyler J. Hamm Company: Kriner Disposal Years of Service: 4 Comments: This tragedy should remind all public service personnel the importance of wearing high visibility clothing and always pay attention when working around moving traffic. We will not forget you, Tyler J. Hamm. Together, let’s honor the memory of the men and women who have … Read more
Sean Tilghman Company: Taylor Garbage Service Years of Service: 5 Comments: Tilghman died Monday, Nov. 9 after being hit by a vehicle in the area of 3550 Pennsylvania Ave. According to a spokesperson for Taylor Garbage, Tilghman was unloading a trash can into the back of a truck, when he was struck by the vehicle … Read more
John Drury Company: BFI / Waste Management Years of Service: 47 Comments: On April 13 John Drury, the former CEO and Chairman of Chicago-based Waste Management Inc., died after a 17-month battle with cancer. He was 56. Mr. Drury underwent brain surgery in November 1998 to remove “a small, localized mass” and further treatments that … Read more
Anthony Toney Company: City Of Livingston Years of Service: 2 Comments: “It’s never happened in the history of Livingston. We have never had a city employee “It’s never happened in the history of Livingston. We have never had a city employee die on the job,” Livingston Mayor Curtis Hayes said. “This is so tragic. My … Read more