In Memoriam
Roofing community mourns LL "Buddy" Cockrell
Industry titan leaves legacy of service. L.L. “Buddy” Cockrell, 76, of WindsorMeade in Williamsburg, Virgina passed away unexpectedly at his home on October 11, 2026. Born in Hampton, Virgina on December 15, 1949, he was preceded in death by his father, Laverne Laughton Cockrell, Sr.; mother, Ella Mae Diehl Cockrell; and ...
In memoriam of Marc Ashley Cameron
The roofing industry mourns the loss of a husband, father and friend. Marc Ashley Cameron, of Manhattan, Kansas, passed away unexpectedly on September 24, 2026, at the age of 50. His passing came far too soon, leaving an immeasurable absence in the lives of his family, friends and the many people ...
In Memoriam: Chiko Sanchez
We are saddened to share the passing of Sinforoso “Chiko” “Chempo” Sanchez Jr., who passed away on September 30 at the age of 67. Chiko was a longtime member of the Colorado roofing industry, working with Formula Roofing and Remodeling, where he took great pride in his work and was known ...
ATAS international mourns the passing of co-founder Nel Bus
We regret to announce the passing of Nel Bus, founder of ATAS International. ATAS International, Inc. announces with deep sadness the passing of Nel Bus, who co-founded the company alongside her husband, Jacobus "Jack" P. Bus, in 1963. Nel was 95 years old, and her birthday was celebrated with a large ...
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, ...
