Clairvest Group releases statement on passing of Joe Winters

Upon the news of Winters Bros. owner Joe Winters death on Jan. 5 due to COVID-19-related complications, Clairvest Group, Toronto, issued the following statement:

“Clairvest Group Inc. is deeply saddened to announce the death of a longtime business partner and dear friend, Joe Winters, CEO of Winters Bros. Waste Systems. Joe was an exceptional partner, business leader and community builder who led with integrity and tenacity.

“Clairvest had the honor to partner with Joe Winters and his family in three separate waste management businesses over the last 15 years and support the growth of the companies he led. It was a privilege to know him and witness his unwavering commitment to his customers and employees, and his care, loyalty and generosity toward his community and family. His energy, passion and vision have left a lasting impression on all of those who have been part of his personal and professional circles.

“We are grateful to have had the opportunity to invest with, and work beside, this exceptional leader and business builder. Our thoughts and prayers go out to Joe’s wife Michelle, his sons Patrick and Sean, the entire Winters’ family and the employees of Winters Bros. Waste Systems.”