"I was there when we brought the Union in. The first-time contract they won for us was unbelievable. It changed the quality of my life. I am now a Shop Steward and enjoy working with my Union and looking after my fellow workers. "
It is with the deepest regret that we must inform you that Brother Robert (Bobby) J. Kornhass, Secretary-Treasurer of Local 464, died at his home on Friday, July 11th.
Bobby’s death was sudden and caught everyone by surprise and we are all deeply saddened by his passing.
After a number of years working at Dairyland, Bobby was first elected into office in 2001 as a Business Agent, a turbulent time for the Local Union. Always capable and energetic, Bobby endured a 10 week strike at The Original Cakerie and gave his all to the cause, eventually winning a good contract and endearing himself to theworkers there. He moved to the Secretary-Treasurer position in 2006 by acclamation and remained in that position until his death.
As well as Secretary-Treasurer of Local 464, Bobby served as Secretary-Treasurer on Joint Council 36, Assistant Dairy Director for Canada and was a member of the Teamsters Canada National Executive Board. He was also a Retirement Committee member with the Teamsters Canadian Pension Plan.
Those who knew Bobby are aware of his ability to connect with individuals and to make each person feel special. For all who worked with him, especially his best friends and colleagues Bob Ryder, Paul Barton and Lori Joyce, he will be dearly missed – a hole has been left in our hearts.
Bobby leaves behind his mother and step father, Shireen and Ron Douglas; his father, Ernie Kornhass; his sister and brother-in-law, Suzie and Keith; and his two nieces, whom he absolutely adored and doted on, Julia and Isabella. He was just 47 years of age.