Prior to his funeral March 2 in Charlotte, North Carolina, the Rev. Billy Graham’s remains lay in honor in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda for two days,...
Floral Professionals Mourn an Industry Icon
Last week, the industry lost an international expert in floral care and handling, an enthusiastic educator, a devoted volunteer and a friend to...
Arne M. Thirup, AAF: 1928-2018
A dedicated family man and a much-admired industry leader who advocated tirelessly for domestic flower growers died peacefully on Feb. 21. Arne M....
James Krone, AAF: 1935-2017
James “Jim” Krone, AAF, a long-time rose grower and a leader of the Michigan Floral Association, passed away Tuesday, December 5. He was 82 years...
Olin August Wetzel, AAF: 1924-2017
A member of the Society of American Florists’ Floriculture Hall of Fame and an influential leader behind the company that is today the largest...
Stanley F. Bachman: June 8, 1924 to July 15, 2017
The floral industry lost one of its most beloved leaders July 15, after Stanley F. Bachman died at the age of 93. Bachman, a member of the Society...
Industry Says Good-Bye to Beloved Designer: Bobbi Ecker-Blatchford, AAF, AIFD, PFCI
Floral industry members around the country — and, really, the world — are saying farewell to Bobbi Ecker-Blatchford, AAF, AIFD, PFCI, the celebrated...
Walter Lane Preston: Dec. 25, 1928-Oct. 9, 2016
An industry legend who poured his heart into his business and to the production and promotion of high quality flowers and plants died earlier this...
Eugene N. Yoshihara, AAF: 1935-July 2016
A beloved floral industry member who overcame prejudice during World War II to serve his country and help build one of the longest-running family...
In Remembrance: SAF Tommy Bright Recipient, Richard Seaboldt, AAF, AIFD, PFCI, 1939 – 2016
A beloved floral industry member, celebrated presenter and designer died March 13. Richard Seaboldt, AAF, AIFD, PFCI, entertained, educated and...
Groundbreaking Wisconsin Florist Al Felly Dies
Albert H. Felly, AAF, 90, died peacefully at his home in Green Valley, Wisconsin, on January 17, 2016. Felly, a member of the Society of American...
Industry Loses ‘Potting Mix Pioneer’ James Boodley
James Boodley, professor emeritus of floriculture and ornamental horticulture at Cornell University and a recipient of the Society of American...