A longtime member of IJO, she’s remembered for her passion for design, learning, and environmentalism.
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![Longtime Washington, D.C., jeweler Brian Mann (right) with his wife Jessie Mann, an artist who custom-paints porcelain Limoges Boxes, at a 2016 Jewelers of America member event. Mann, the longtime co-owner of David Mann Jewelers, died June 21 at age 70. Brian and Jessie Mann](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/be4debc6e0b3198943a66ef0e2197c2c.jpg)
Mann, whose family’s jewelry store was located inside the Pentagon, is remembered for being a thoughtful champion of the industry.
![Bernd Munsteiner, the gem cutter renowned for developing the fantasy cut, died on June 6 surrounded by his family in Stipshausen, Germany. Bernd Munsteiner](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/cd76e22e7e091a0ec8a1f78f9b5e1dd4.jpg)
Known to many as the “Picasso of gems" who modernized the gem cutting field, he is remembered by his family as going through life with open eyes.
![Seymour Holtzman, the owner of C.D. Peacock, died at the age of 88 on May 28. Seymour Holtzman](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/e06dff698f19185f174773c644be69e9.jpg)
He was remembered by loved ones as “an authentic, original American entrepreneur.”
![Sarah Alden, 53, died following an attack at the Venice Canals in Los Angeles. A GoFundMe in her honor is hoping to raise $150,000. Sarah Alden](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/80c62c9b127847f19504369064d6aa7b.jpg)
Vintage jewelry seller Sarah Alden, 53, died after a brutal attack at the Venice Canals in Los Angeles.
![Glenn Lewis, who died on Sunday at age 68, is remembered for his impact on the city of Moore, Oklahoma, as a beloved community jeweler and the city’s longest-serving mayor. Glenn Lewis](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/6510b54976ece25d1ddae6361321aaab.jpg)
The co-founder of Lewis Jewelers was also the longtime mayor of the city of Moore.
![Alfred W. DeScenza of DeScenza Diamonds in Boston, Massachusetts, died at the age of 95 on April 1. (Photo courtesy of Campbell Funeral Home) Alfred W. DeScenza](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/f6df13cba19f0a38f2a2478f2d039594.jpg)
He is remembered by loved ones for his loyalty, integrity, and kindness.
![Steven Rosdal, the co-founder of Hyde Park Jewelers in Denver, Colorado, died at the age of 77 on April 6. (Photo courtesy of Feldman Mortuary) Steven Rosdal](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/0406560c98c6b239105ba2ed222c3505.jpg)
He is remembered for his charisma, passion, integrity, kindness, and wit.
![Angelina Conti of Conti Jewelers in Endwell, New York, died at the age of 98 on March 23. Angelina Conti of Conti Jewelers](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/0e80a3fe15467f5892e392d9cd20702e.jpg)
She is remembered by loved ones as a “guiding force” behind the store and an active presence in her community.
![David Ettinger, the recently retired owner of West Virginia’s Bechdel Jewelers, died earlier this month at age 69. He is remembered as an instant friend and a dedicated craftsman. David Ettinger](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/31e8a6218f8acebdd835e4ddac7888e4.jpg)
He’s remembered as a “font of passion,” leaving behind a legacy of dedication to his craft and community.
![Eddie Grove, who worked in the industry as a traveling salesman for 35 years, died unexpectedly in January. Friends and loved ones remember him for his skills as a salesman, kindness, and integrity. Eddie Grove](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/c25407f679047dfd29072ef1cf671376.jpg)
The Pennsylvania native, who sold for Gumuchian and others, is remembered for being kind and outgoing.
![From unique gemstone cuts to this emerald and diamond collar “fit for a museum,” here are some of the best creations from the late Marina Bulgari, better known as Marina B. (Photo courtesy of Windsor Jewelers) Marina B emerald collar](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/7bf2bd8c2554d17b2d87b602255d850e.jpg)
We remember the late Marina Bulgari through her best work, from timeless tubogas to a museum-worthy emerald collar.
![Mary Ball Gorman, industry trailblazer and owner of Henry B. Ball Jewelers in Akron, Ohio, died Wednesday at age 99. Mary Ball Gorman of Henry B. Ball Jewelers](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/3e188df08d58c50d94dfe6e730744716.jpg)
Gorman was an industry trailblazer, serving as the first female treasurer of Jewelers of America.
![Renowned gem cutter Tom Munsteiner died at his home Dec. 28. Pictured from left are his father Bernd, his son Philipp, Tom, and his wife Jutta Munsteiner. (Photo courtesy of Somewhere In The Rainbow) Bernd, Philipp, Tom and Jutta Munsteiner](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/c36c54f42f935e75ed1abd97c7d2824c.jpg)
The gemstone cutter is remembered for his contributions to the lapidary community and his hearty laugh.
![From notable designers and retailers to beloved salespeople and industry press, National Jeweler looks back on those we said goodbye to this year. 20231227_In Memoriam Header.jpg](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/ca61817e0ddfa4b3bfddd584237fc26f.jpg)
From notable designers and retailers to beloved salespeople and press, National Jeweler looks back on those we said goodbye to this year.
![Jewelry designer Henry Dunay with one of his most notable creations, the “Lachrymosa” diamond mask. The innovative, award-winning designer died Friday at age 88. Henry Dunay with the “Lachrymosa” diamond mask](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/1ea85fcd0ff9b549beef82705e681f54.jpg)
His wake is set for Wednesday, while the funeral will take place Thursday in Brooklyn, New York.
![Isaac (right) and Chana Siton were among the victims of the Hamas terrorist attacks in Israel. Isaac was the manager of Grandview Klein Diamond Group’s factory in Namibia. (Photo courtesy of Grandview Klein Diamond Group) Chana and Isaac Siton](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/05c355994940257221d2ee82a97a9fa7.jpg)
Isaac Siton managed the company’s facility in Namibia and was the “fabric of the factory,” Moshe Klein said.
![Loyd Charles Stanley, right, pictured with his friend Bart Boydston in Los Angeles in 2022, died earlier this month at age 84. He joined the family business, Stanley Jewelers Gemologist, in 1959, and worked there until it closed in 2017. (Photo courtesy of Caroline Stanley) Loyd Stanley and Bart Boydston](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/ab805ecfb04ad3afd3a663d388532628.jpg)
The second-generation jeweler lived by the mantra, “never criticize, condemn, or complain,” his family said.
![Hedda Schupak, right, and longtime friend Russ Shor are pictured at the Gemological Institute of America’s 2005 “League of Honor” dinner in New York. Hedda died last week at age 62 of lung cancer. (Photo courtesy of GIA) Russ Shor and Hedda Schupak](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/22a6ba7aceed23c497c27ef7df7239af.jpg)
Members of the industry and Editor-in-Chief Michelle Graff share their memories of the longtime editor, who died unexpectedly last week.
![Hedda Schupak, editor of the Centurion Newsletter and former editor-in-chief of JCK Magazine, died Tuesday morning of lung cancer. (Photo courtesy of Russ Shor) Hedda Schupak](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/d6bda79b9905df8db10681981bc27257.jpg)
She was the former editor-in-chief of JCK magazine and the Centurion newsletter and is remembered for her honesty and loyalty.
![Sally Nelson, the founder of Exclusively Diamonds, died earlier this month at the age of 86. She is remembered as an industry pioneer, a dedicated educator, and a devoted mother. Sally Nelson Exclusively Diamonds](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/75c3f8b3ca36fbf838af5e0454980a6a.jpg)
The former teacher, described as “a pioneer for women-owned businesses,” opened her own jewelry store in 1980.
![Bong Ki “B.K” Kim, founder of jewelry wholesaler Kim International, died last month at the age of 94. Before immigrating to the United States to start his business, Kim served in the South Korean army and aided U.S. generals as a translator. Bong Ki Kim of Kim International](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/6d0fa8846117505fdb9986b5179552b1.jpg)
Born in North Korea, Kim survived three years in a prison camp before fleeing to South Korea and eventually immigrating to the U.S.
![Designer Peter Brams. Peter Brams](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/f0e1e4363f02dde31d30703d9be512aa.jpg)
He is remembered as a talented jewelry designer, a dog lover, and a passionate art collector.
![Vladimir Malakhov, far left, is pictured with World Diamond Museum founder Alex Popov and Irina Litvinova of the Moscow Diamond Bourse. Malakhov, the editor-in-chief of industry news site Rough & Polished, died of cancer June 17. (Photo courtesy of Ya’akov Almor)
Vladimir Malakhov](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/0eab51941230a1898d1cc3d5e08a0e64.jpg)
Malakhov, who managed a staff of about two dozen reporters across the globe, is remembered for being kind and easy-going.
![Collage of National Jeweler’s most popular stories to date in 2023](https://uploads.nationaljeweler.com/uploads/cbea69b2b1b6599f6f095414341a234c.jpg)
Stories about new collections, cybercrime, and celebrity style have proved to be the most popular through the first six months of the year.