HOUSTON - AkzoNobel Protective Coatings North America announced the passing of long-time employee and coatings industry veteran of 54 years, David P. Brysacz, who passed away on May 4, 2017, at age 77.
Born in Cleveland and a resident of Stow, Ohio, for the past 25 years, Brysacz earned his Bachelor's degree in Polymer Sciences from Kent State University. In 1962 he began his career at Ceilcote USA Inc., a company known for its advanced polymer-based coatings and linings used in severe service environments. He held a number of sales, management and construction superintendent positions. Between 1981 and 1999, Brysacz served in various supervisory positions at both Dudick Inc. and Ceilcote, until making Ceilcote his final home in 1999.