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Home » Memoriam

Articles Tagged with ''Memoriam''

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Natural Products News Briefs: Natural Grocers, SGS Nutrasource, OmniActive & More

What's new in natural? Catch up on the latest!
May 24, 2025
Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

Read up on all the latest news in the natural products industry.


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In Memoriam: Mary Lin Chung, Superior Trading Company

The industry leader was a pioneer in the Chinese herbal business.
April 26, 2025
Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

A well respected leader within the industry, Chung was known for introducing popular Asian herbal products to the U.S.


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In Memoriam: Panch Prasad, Mill Creek Botanicals

The natural products industry veteran was a big believer in giving back to the community.
April 14, 2025
Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

 A memorial service for natural products industry veteran Panch Ratan Prasad is scheduled for the week of May 19 in Las Vegas, NV.


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In Memoriam: John R. Heck Jr.

Heck was well known throughout the industry for his emphasis on people over business
April 13, 2025
Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

A pillar of the natural products space, John R. Heck Jr.  shared his knowledge and experience with those around him. 


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In Memoriam: Phil Margolis, Neshaminy Valley Natural Foods Distributor

The industry remembers the dedicated entrepreneur and former OTA President.
February 19, 2025
Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

Philip Margolis, Neshaminy Valley Natural Foods Distributor, has passed away at the age of 75.


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In Memoriam: Michael McGuffin, American Herbal Products Association (AHPA)

McGuffin served as AHPA President for 25 years, will be remembered for his steadfast advocacy for reasonable regulations and proactive self-governance.
February 18, 2025
Maggie Jaqua, Content Director

The American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) shared news of the passing of longtime President Michael McGuffin.


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In Memoriam: Scott W. Seering, Lotus Brands

The Lotus Brands executive left a lasting impact on colleagues and the natural products industry.
February 5, 2025
Richard Ortega, Associate Editor, WholeFoods Magazine

Scott W. Seering, Lotus Brands, passed on January 23, 2025 at the age of 70.


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In Memoriam: Annette Dickinson, Ph.D., CRN (1943-2025)

Dr. Dickinson is remembered for the pivotal role she played in the growth of CRN and the dietary supplement industry.
January 23, 2025
WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Annette Dickinson, Ph.D., CRN’s former President and longest-serving staff member, passed on January 15, 2025 at the age of 81.


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In Memoriam: Renee Southard of Organic Marketplace, SENPA

Honoring the life and legacy of a leader who loved and elevated the natural products industry.
January 22, 2025
Maggie Jaqua, Content Director
Remembering Renee Southard, immediate Past President of SENPA, owner of Organic Marketplace, and WholeFoods Magazine's 2023 Retailer of the Year.

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In Memoriam: Renzo Berna (1951-2024)

The former CEO of Gnosis is remembered as a caring mentor and dietary supplement industry innovator.
December 6, 2024
WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Remebering Renzo Berna, founder and former CEO of Gnosis, who passed away unexpectedly on November 11, 2024. 


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