Mark William Rhyan, Sargento's COO, is remembered for his actions and attitude
Lou and Louie Gentine said "Mark was a champion of our corporate culture, and was passionate about 'doing it right the first time.' He served as a mentor to many, and his actions and attitude motivated those around him to excel."
Mark William Rhyan, the executive vice president and chief operations officer of cheesemaker Sargento Foods Inc., Plymouth, Wis., passed away on Dec. 25 after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer.
Mr. Rhyan joined Sargento in 1992 as Director of Tax and was promoted to EVP-Chief Financial Officer in 1997. In 2000 he was named EVP and COO.