PHCC mourns friend and former colleague.

Many pieces of news go viral within the plumbing industry. However, every now and then, something happens that reaches far outside of our industry bubble. This was certainly the case as the tributes remembering legendary businessman Herb Kohler circulated throughout national news outlets and social media everywhere.

His Taco career path led to his most recent position as senior vice president, North American OEM Sales. He was loved by Taco employees and his customers as much as he loved them.

For more than 30 years, Falke published hundreds of articles in magazines across the HVAC Industry. He spoke at dozens of conferences and association meetings, touching and improving the lives and technical skills of contractors across the United States. Rob Falke’s influence will continue for generations.

Joe Schmitt died April 2 at the age of 89. 

Matz co-founded Matco-Norca in 1952 and spent most of his career leading the company as it grew to the trusted and respected brand it is today.

Milwaukee Valve Co. National Sales Manager Commercial and Industrial Products Ryan Ohm recently died, the New Berlin, Wisconsin-based manufacturer announced. 

Stallings died July 28 at the age of 65 after a battle with cancer.

Stallings was diagnosed with cancer in May of this year. He fought courageously, but with his wife by his side, he ultimately succumbed to his illness on July 28.