It is with profound
sadness that we announce the passing of Rolf C. Hagen, on Saturday, October 22,
2011.
Rolf C. Hagen was born in 1932
in a small seaside town in northern Germany. In 1955, inspired by a simple
idea, he came to Canada and sowed the seeds of Rolf C. Hagen Inc., which
blossomed to become one of the world's largest family-owned manufacturers and
distributors of pet care products.
His brothers Dieter and Horst
subsequently joined the company, both of whom brought new energy and innovation
to the company, taking it to new heights of success. The trio formed the first
generation of an emerging family-based company that would later include Rolf C.
Hagen's three beloved sons, Mark, Tom, and Rolf Jr.
Over the years, Mr. Hagen was
honoured with many awards in the pet products industry. In June 1999, he was
inducted into the American Pet Products Association Hall of Fame. In March
2004, he was given the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Pet Industry
Distributors Association in recognition for innovative design of pet products
and for his generous support of organizations and individuals dedicated to
improving the lives of both pets and people. He is the only individual in this
industry to have received both awards.
Mr. Hagen's support and vision
was instrumental in the development of PIJAC Canada. In 2007, he was formally
recognized by PIJAC Canada as one of the founders of the association. Over the
years he made great contributions to the association and played an important
role in building PIJAC Canada into what it is today. Rolf C Hagen was also
an Honorary Lifetime Member of PIJAC Canada.
For more information please see
the Obituary in the Montreal Gazette
Louis McCann
Executive Director
PIJAC Canada
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