EditorsApr 12, 2021
Looking Back on the Legacy of Alex WooEditor-in-Chief Michelle Graff shares memories of the designer, who died of cancer late last month at 47.
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68 results for “Obituaries”
IndependentsApr 05, 2021
Jewelry Loses Its Kindest Voice, Alex WooThe designer died of cancer, age 47.
IndependentsMar 31, 2021
Philadelphia Jeweler Robert Wolf Dies at 91Wolf is remembered for his fierce devotion to his family and his love of all things fun.
MajorsMar 22, 2021
Elsa Peretti, a One-of-a-Kind in Jewelry Design, Dies at 80Peretti started off modeling and designing for Halston before joining Tiffany in 1974, where she created modern, timeless jewelry.
IndependentsMar 16, 2021
Tivol Matriarch Ruthie Tivol Dies at 91She is remembered as a force of nature with an impeccable sense of style and a keen eye for up-and-coming designers.
MajorsMar 16, 2021
Industry Pillar Nate Light, Architect of Modern-Day Sterling Jewelers, Dies at 86He grew the company from a chain of 32 stores to a national retailer with more than 1,000 doors.
IndependentsMar 09, 2021
Julie Moreno Franco, a Salesperson Known for Her Smile, Dies of CancerFranco started in the jewelry industry in 1982 at OroAmerica and also spent 14 years at Charles Garnier.
IndependentsMar 03, 2021
Longtime Georgia Jeweler Johnny Johnson Dies at 74 In addition to running Edward-Johns Jewelers for 42 years, Johnson was an active member of the community in Cobb County, Georgia.
IndependentsFeb 25, 2021
Industry Leader and Jeweler Herbert Littman Dies at 91He and his brother grew the largest privately-owned jewelry retail chain in the U.S. before Fred Meyer purchased it in 1998.
IndependentsFeb 24, 2021
Joseph Varjabedian, Founder of Jova and Z.Jova, Dies at 63A fixture in the jewelry industry, Varjabedian started his business more than two decades ago in New York City’s Diamond District.
IndependentsFeb 22, 2021
NY Diamond District Jeweler Norman Landsberg Dies at 94The longtime member of the industry, seen as an icon on 47th Street, died from complications related to COVID-19.
IndependentsFeb 11, 2021
Award-Winning Jewelry Designer Jose Hess Dies at 87He led many industry organizations during his career and was a champion of American designer jewelry.
IndependentsFeb 09, 2021
Georgia Jeweler Bill Rosenfeld Dies at 77Rosenfeld, an active member of his community, will be remembered for his “festive spirit” and “tender heart.”
IndependentsJan 29, 2021
Alaska Retailer George Walton of Gold & Diamond Co. Dies at 71He built his high-end store in Anchorage by offering top-line customer service and product.
GradingJan 05, 2021
William Hanneman, a Gemologist Who Made His Field Affordable, Dies at 93A pillar of the community, he used his chemistry degree and analytical mind to teach himself gemology and then create a line of affordable instruments.
TrendsDec 31, 2020
These Were Our 10 Most Popular Stories of the YearStories about diamonds, particularly diamond engagement rings, dominated.
IndependentsDec 29, 2020
In Memoriam: The People We Said Goodbye to in 2020National Jeweler remembers those the trade lost during a difficult year.
IndependentsDec 22, 2020
Longtime InStore Salesman Fran Zimniuch Dies at 66 The beloved member of the magazine’s team died last week of complications related to COVID-19.
IndependentsDec 18, 2020
James Breski, Colored Stone Jewelry Wholesaler, Dies at 75Known for his knowledge, expertise, wit and humor, the industry veteran died from complications related to COVID-19.
IndependentsDec 16, 2020
Retailer Frank Kumor, ‘Heart and Soul of Bellevue,’ Dies at 71The jeweler, known for his generosity and commitment to the town he called home, died after contracting the coronavirus.
IndependentsDec 11, 2020
Buddy Nelson Jr., Longtime Jewelry and Watch Salesman, Dies at 84 The Texas native, known for his larger-than-life personality, worked for Omega and SB&T Imports.
TrendsDec 02, 2020
Jewelry Industry Loses Holly Dyment, One of Its Most Original VoicesThe Canadian designer’s jewels made whimsy an art.
IndependentsNov 25, 2020
Beloved Designer Lecil Henderson Dies Suddenly at 62He was known for his gregarious nature and always treating everyone like family.
IndependentsNov 19, 2020
Jay Siskin, a Respected Industry Figure Known for His Smile, Dies at 70Husband of designer Penny Preville and president of the company that bears her name, Siskin passed away Nov. 15 after a brief battle with liver cancer.
IndependentsNov 18, 2020
Richard Kern, Former Owner of Churchill Jewelers, Dies at 97The World War II veteran and longtime active member of the jewelry industry is remembered for his kindness and generosity.
