In Memoriam
In Memoriam: James "Jimmy" Leveridge
It is with great sadness that we share with you the passing of Jimmy Leveridge, retired manager of Bonitz Commercial Roofing. James “Jimmy” Leveridge, 76, of Atlantic Beach, passed away on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at his home after a courageous battle with cancer. A memorial service to honor Jimmy’s life will ...
In memoriam: Michael Ippoliti
Michael "Mikey" Ippoliti, a beloved son, brother, grandson and friend, passed away unexpectedly at his home. While his passing has left an immeasurable void in the lives of those who loved him, his memory will forever live on in the hearts of the many people whose lives he touched. Michael was ...
In memoriam of Cheryl Ambrose
By The Coffee Shops™. Remembering Cheryl’s legacy as a roofing industry champion. The National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) just released news of the passing of Cheryl Ambrose, who served as their vice president of enterprise risk management. Cheryl passed away July 15 and her loss has left the industry mourning a ...
In loving memory of Cheryl Ambrose
She recently retired in June 2026, concluding a distinguished career devoted to construction safety and risk management. Cheryl Merryman Ambrose, 63, of Reedville, Virginia, passed away on July 15, 2026, at Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center in Mechanicsville, Virginia, following a short illness. Born on August 23, 1962, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, ...
In memoriam: John Madden
We regret to announce the passing of John Madden, longtime NERCA Member and owner of John Henry Roofing. John “Sean” Madden of Brighton, formerly Tuam, County Galway, Ireland, passed away on June 6, 2026, surrounded by the spirit of his family’s love. He was born on June 11, 1943, to the ...
In memoriam: Charles I. Williams
Chicago Roofing Contractors Association remembers Charles I. Williams of Tidwell Roofing & Sheet Metal. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Williams family and Tidwell Roofing & Sheet Metal following the passing of Charles (Charlie) Williams on May 19. He was 26 years old. Charlie graduated from York High School in 2018, ...
In memoriam: William Boyle York
It is with great sadness that we share with you the passing of William Boyle York of York Roofing Company. William Boyle York, age 80, of Winterville, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on May 21, 2026. Billy was a cherished husband, father, grandfather and friend. Whether he was known as Billy, ...
In memoriam: Thomas Walczak
We regret to announce the passing of Thomas Walczak, longtime owner of Roof Management Consultants, Inc. and Roof Accessories, Inc. Thomas William Walczak (Tom) 79, of Norfolk, Massachusetts, passed away peacefully, on April 30, 2026. Born in Springfield, Massachusetts, on November 2, 1946, Tom was the son of Elizabeth Robertson and ...
In memoriam: Justin Dunn
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of a good friend, CRA member and colleague in the roofing industry. Our deepest sympathy and condolences to his family, friends and former associates and co-workers. We are saddened to share the passing of one of our members in CRA and ...
In memory of Mark James
Honoring Mark's life and accomplishments. We are deeply saddened to share that my longtime pillar of the metal building community Mark James passed away on Sunday, March 22, 2026. Mark is survived by his wife of 55 years Paula, his son Jarrod, his grandchildren Brooklyn, Harley, Julian and his great-grandson Trevon. ...
