Norman Katz

Norman Katz, who spent 33 years with Comax Flavors (Melville, New York), most recently as vice president of sales, has passed away at the age of 67. In a statement, Comax declared Katz one of its “most valuable and respected leaders,” who “had a profound effect on virtually all phases of Comax’s operations.” Katz was a graduate of Rutgers University and a 20-year member of the Institute of Food Technologists; he was with Comax since its inception, helping serve customer needs, providing guidance for sales staff, and collaborating with customer service and R&D. The company’s statement concluded, “Norman Katz will be greatly missed by all those who knew, loved and respected him.”