Tribute to a friend: Senator Rolison’s statement on passing of Emil Panichi, founder of Royal Carting Services

Today, New York State Senator Rob Rolison issued the following statement upon learning of the passing of Royal Carting Services founder, Emil Panichi. 

“I am deeply saddened to learn of Emil Panichi's passing. He was a dear friend and a visionary leader in our community.

I first met Emil when I was Chairman of the Dutchess County Legislature, when we were conducting a review of the county’s solid waste management and the operation of the Resource Recovery Agency. Emil immediately stepped in to help me understand the complexities of waste management. He took me under his wing and shared his deep knowledge of the industry, rooted in his work with Royal Carting.

Emil's generosity, his willingness to educate, and his enduring support made a lasting impact on me personally and on our community as a whole. He was a great friend and an exceptional individual who cared deeply about Dutchess County and its future.

My thoughts are with his family, friends, and all who were fortunate to know him. He will be greatly missed.”