Bob Moore, founder of Bob's Red Mill, passes away at 94 Moore leaves a legacy as a proponent of whole grain health. Liz Parker Kuhn February 12, 2024 Moore will be remembered for his larger-than-life personality, his leadership and passion for whole grains, his strong work ethic, and his generosity in establishing the Employee Stock Ownership Plan.Read More
In memoriam: Kettle Committee chair Cornelis "Cees" Boon Boon was involved in the Kettle Committee plus the NCA board. Liz Parker Kuhn January 31, 2024 Cornelis "Cees" Boon passed away on January 24 due to complications arising from surgery.Read More
In memoriam: Roger B. Hohberger, 1945-2023 Hohberger was an instructor at the UW-Madison Candy School. Liz Parker Kuhn November 9, 2023 For over 50 years, Hohberger was the face of the iconic Hohberger cooling wheel which was invented in 1913 by his grandfather, John T. Hohberger. Read More
Jason Stricker, Shick Esteve leader and baking industry vet, dies at home The baking industry veteran, 47, recently passed away suddenly at home. August 29, 2023 The baking industry veteran, 47, recently passed away suddenly at home.Read More
Gerhard Schubert, founder of packaging machine manufacturer Schubert, passes away at age 84 Schubert founded the company in 1966. July 5, 2023 The founder of Schubert passed away on July 4.Read More
Chris Luke, SF&WB group publisher, 1964–2023 The former leader of Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery, 58, passed away after a brief illness. June 1, 2023 The former leader of Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery, 58, passed away after a brief illness.Read More
Dunbar Systems founder and owner George Dunbar, 80, passes away The bakery equipment company owner was active in several industry associations. February 27, 2023 The bakery equipment company owner was active in several industry associations.Read More
Father of Peeps, Bob Born, passes away at age 98 Ira "Bob" Born passed away peacefully on January 29. January 31, 2023 Son of the company's founder joined Just Born in 1945 after World War II where he honorably served in the Navy. Read More
Dona Edwards, former president of Edward Marc Brands, passes away unexpectedly Edwards passed away on November 25. November 28, 2022 Dona Edwards, age 70, was a 40-year chocolate industry veteran.Read More
Jim McGovern, 2001 Kettle Award recipient, passes away at 75 McGovern worked for Peerless Candy Co., Jelly Belly Candy Co. June 1, 2022 James P. “Jim” McGovern, 2001 Kettle Award recipient and former VP of manufacturing for Peerless Candy Co., passed away May 15. He was 75.Read More