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Bert Berkley 1923-2024

Bert Berkley, chairman emeritus, Tension Corp, passed away last month at 101 “We are saddened to share the news that Bert Berkley, grandson of our founder, passed away on July 16, 2024. Bert regularly said that working at Tension was the only job he ever wanted and his legacy will be forever felt throughout the […]

Larry “Lee” Luckey 1961-2024

LUDLOW, MA–Larry “Lee” Luckey, 63, a dedicated sales executive at CSW Inc., passed away Wednesday, July 24, 2024. In announcing the sad news, CSW stated, “Lee will be remembered for his unwavering commitment to his profession, warm personality, and ability to connect with everyone he met. His colleagues and clients at CSW Inc. will miss […]

Norm Provan, 1951 – 2022

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Norm Provan, who founded Pro Mark Technologies (initially named Pro Mark Development) in 1987 with his wife, Jean, passed away over the summer following a two-year battle with cancer.

Former Fox Valley Technical College Teacher Lloyd C. Hoeffner Passes Away

APPLETON, WI—Former Fox Valley Technical College teacher Lloyd C. Hoeffner passed away on Jan. 31 at the age of 81. Hoeffner taught from 1968 to 1988 at Fox Valley. After leaving teaching, he helped establish TechniFlex from 1990 to 2004 in Appleton, WI. He was the chair of FTA’s FORUM 1984. Prior to becoming home […]

Outlook President & CEO John Cappy Passes Away

NEENAH, WI—John Cappy, president & CEO of Outlook Group, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, June 24. John was a veteran in the paper, printing and packaging industry, with over 36 years of experience. For the last seven years he served as president & CEO of Outlook Group through a period of expansion, strategic investment and […]

Koenig & Bauer’s Tim McKeon Passes Away

DALLAS, TX—With great sorrow, Koenig & Bauer (U.S.) announced the untimely passing of Tim McKeon, senior vice president of service and operations, sheetfed division, after a brief illness. Tim was a loyal member of the Koenig & Bauer family for almost 40 years having started his career as a field service mechanic/technician with Royal Zenith, a […]

Jay Luft of McDowell Label Passes Away at 59

Jay Luft, known to many for his involvement with FTA’s events, publications and inner workings, passed away on July 1 at the age of 59. “Jay was one of those guys where I could go a couple years without seeing him, but it seemed like it was yesterday when we got together. Handshakes were never […]