News by subject: OBI

The Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, Carolyn Bennett, issued the following statement today: "Along with the Anishnabek Nation we mourn the passing of Water Protector Josephine Mandamin, beloved role model, teacher and advocate.Known as...

The Radziwill Family confirms that Lee Radziwill passed peacefully last night at her home in New York. She was 85. The family appreciates the outpouring of sympathy and support received, and would request that the privacy of Lee's family and friends...

With deep sadness, Evolve Bank & Trust announces Elizabeth "Betsy" Bohlen, Senior Vice President of Payment Processing, passed away Saturday, Feb. 9, 2019, after a battle with cancer. Evolve extends its sincerest condolences to her family during this...

Bell is deeply saddened by the death of the Honourable Michael Wilson, PC CC at the age of 81. A role model for leaders in Canadian business, politics and the community, Mr. Wilson was a pioneering champion for mental health and a close partner in...

Sheila and I were very saddened to learn of Michael Wilson's passing and wish to extend our deepest condolences to his family and many friends.  Michael Wilson was a remarkable public servant, a historically important Minister of Finance, and a...

Yesterday, we learned of the passing of the Mental Health Commission of Canada's (MHCC) Board Chair, the Hon. Michael Wilson.  An indomitable mental health advocate, Michael led this country's collective awakening around mental illness long before...

Heidi Toffler, wife and longtime business partner of renowned futurist Alvin Toffler, died late Wednesday, February 6. She was 89 years old. Heidi was predeceased by her husband in 2016 and their only child, a daughter, Karen, who died in 2000 at age...

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the death of Paul Dewar, former Member of Parliament for Ottawa Centre: "Ottawa lost one of its most dedicated voices today. "I was saddened to learn of the death of former...

Darrell Jordan, a partner of the firm and one of Texas' most successful and beloved trial lawyers, died on Wednesday, January 30, 2019 at age 80. Jordan was a true leader in the legal profession, a champion of diversity and a passionate advocate for...

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the death of Michael Ferguson: "Is it with great sadness that I learned of the death of Michael Ferguson, Auditor General of Canada. "Mr. Ferguson devoted his life to public...

It is with great sadness that The Boston Beer Company acknowledges the passing of one of its longest-serving board members, Gregg A. Tanner, who died at the age of 62 on January 24, 2019. "Gregg brought with him an unparalleled knowledge of supply...

Garibaldi Resources Corp. (the "Company" or "Garibaldi") management is deeply sorrowed to inform shareholders of the sudden passing of Everett Makela, P.Geo., Director and VP Exploration-Canada, on January 24, 2019. Everett is survived by his...

The Sinar Mas family ? executives, employees, and commissioners from all business pillars ? join the Widjaja family in grieving for the passing of the founder of Sinar Mas, Eka Tjipta Widjaja on Saturday, 26 January 2019. Eka Tjipta Widjaja passed...

Following is a statement by Alison Kodjak, President of the National Press Club, on the death of Russell Baker. It seems an understatement to say we are saddened by news of the death of Russell Baker, a journalist well...

The officers of the Pennsylvania AFL-CIO and the vice presidents of our Executive Council send our condolences and prayers to the family of Harris Wofford.  The Pennsylvania State Federation was proud to support Senator Wofford in his 1991 and 1994...

The Congressional Medal of Honor Society announces that Charles S. Kettles, Medal of Honor recipient, passed away Monday, January 21, 2019, in Michigan at the age of 89. Kettles was born on January 9, 1930, in Ypsilanti, Michigan. He was drafted...

It is with great sadness that Endoceutics management announces the death of its president and founder Dr. Fernand Labrie at the age of 81. Dr. Labrie, a graduate of the Faculty of Medicine of Université Laval, also...

Progress Minerals Inc. ("Progress" or the "Company") is heartbroken by the tragic loss of our colleague and dear friend K. Kirk Woodman who was kidnapped from the Company's exploration camp in Tiabongou, Burkina Faso on January 15. Our thoughts and...

Vanguard announces the passing of John Clifton Bogle, founder of The Vanguard Group, who died today in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. He was 89. Mr. Bogle had legendary status in the American investment community, largely because of two towering...

Vanguard announces the passing of John Clifton Bogle, founder of The Vanguard Group, who died today in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. He was 89. Mr. Bogle had legendary status in the American investment community, largely...

On Sunday, December 30, 2018, we lost both a man and a legend: Ted Gershon, who at the end was surrounded by his loving wife Bernice and their two devoted and caring children, his son Scott and daughter Rory. Ted Gershon the man cared deeply for his...

Goodwill® Industries of Greater New York and Northern New Jersey, Inc. (Goodwill NYNJ) regrets to announce that Walter V. Shipley, who served on its Board of Directors for more than three decades, died in Florida on Friday, January 11, 2019. He was...

The Congressional Medal of Honor Society announces that Joe M. Jackson, Medal of Honor recipient, passed away Sunday morning, January 13, 2019, in Washington State at the age of 95. Joe Jackson was born on March 14, 1923, in Newman, Georgia. Colonel...

Lester Wunderman, chairman emeritus and founder of Wunderman, the original and largest direct marketing advertising agency, passed away on January 9, 2019 in New York of natural causes. He was 98 years old. A trailblazer...

Carver Bancorp, Inc. (the "Company") , the holding company for Carver Federal Savings Bank, deeply mourns the loss of its board member, Robert W. Mooney, who passed away unexpectedly last week at his home in Washington, D.C....

John Mendelsohn, M.D., president emeritus of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center and an internationally acclaimed leader in the field of medicine and scientist whose research helped pioneer a new type of cancer therapy, died Jan. 7 at...

AJC mourns the passing today of Moshe Arens, a longtime Israeli political leader and diplomat, at age 93. Mr. Arens, born in Lithuania and raised and educated in the United States, immigrated to the new State of Israel in 1948. Possessing degrees in...

The Members of Klingenstein Fields Wealth Advisors (KFWA) mourn the passing of Fred Klingenstein, a founding member of the firm and Chairman Emeritus. Together with his brother, John Klingenstein, and colleague, Kenneth H. Fields, Fred established...

Frank Lubischer, President of Brose North America, passed away unexpectedly Monday, December 24 surrounded by family. He was 56. "No words can adequately express our sadness at this terrible loss. We grieve for our colleague and friend," said Kurt...

We are deeply saddened to share that Southwest Airlines Founder and Chairman Emeritus Herbert D. Kelleher passed away today at the age of 87. Herb was a pioneer, a maverick, and an innovator. His vision revolutionized commercial aviation and...

On December 31, 2018, Ryan Groothuis, an inmate from Edmonton Institution died while in our custody. At the time of his death, Mr. Groothuis, 37 years old, had been serving a sentence of 3 years, 1 month and 26 days for Robbery and Attempted...

The Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Ike Ekweremadu, has expressed deep grief over the passing on of the Second Republic President, Alhaji Shehu Shagari.      (Photo: https://mma.prnewswire.com/media/802910/Shehu_Shagari.jpg ) Ekweremadu...

On December 17, 2018, Mr. Daniel Labelle, a resident of the Community Correctional Center Marcel-Caron, died of natural causes at the Saint Sacrement Hospital in Quebec City, where he had been hospitalized since December 10. The medical reason for...

We sincerely appreciate the outpouring of love and support from the community and from people across the country. As you can imagine, this is the most horrific thing that has ever happened to us. Theresa was a loving and kind person and we will miss...

As the O'Dwyer obituary last night noted, the legendary Jack O'Dwyer passed away on December 19th at the age of 85.  He published the annual O'Dwyer Directory of PR Firms, and Jack O'Dwyer's Newsletter, which both the New York Times and Washington...

The Board of Directors and staff of the Lupus Research Alliance mourn the death of Stephen Katz, MD, PhD, a true champion for the lupus community.  For over two decades, Dr. Katz has served as Director of the home institute for lupus at the National...

Edward Jones is sad to announce the passing of Pat Jones, a legendary figure at the firm and in the state of Missouri. Mrs. Jones, 93, who had been in hospice care at her home in Williamsburg, MO, passed away on Dec. 17,...

It is with great sadness that the Austin family announces the passing of David C. H. Austin Snr OBE VMH, rosarian and founder of David Austin Roses Ltd. David Snr died peacefully at his home in Shropshire on Tuesday 18th December, surrounded by his...

Jim Rogers, the iconic former chairman and chief executive officer of Duke Energy, died Monday in Louisville, Ky. He was 71. "Our industry has lost one of its most influential and extraordinary leaders," said Lynn Good,...

The following is a statement from NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine about the passing of Rona Ramon, widow of Ilan Ramon: "NASA is deeply saddened by the passing of Rona Ramon, and we send our heartfelt condolences to...

As we continue to mourn our parents' deaths, we wish to express our heartfelt appreciation to those who have provided support and comfort to our family.  We also wish to re-affirm our family's continued pledge to the many humanitarian causes to which...

On December 8, 2018, Peter Edwards, a patient from the Regional Psychiatric Centre died while in our custody of apparent natural causes following an illness. At the time of his death, Mr. Edwards, 64 years old, had been serving an indeterminate...

Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Perry Bellegarde said the passing this morning of respected Elder Elmer Courchene of Sagkeeng Anicinabe First Nation is a profound loss for First Nations across Turtle Island. "Elder Elmer Courchene was...

On December 2, 2018, Mr. Mario Fleurant, an inmate from La Macaza Institution, died while in our custody. At the time of his death, Mr. Fleurant, 50 years old, had been serving an indeterminate sentence since March 21, 2007 for aggravated assault,...

Medicine Man Technologies Inc. ("Medicine Man Technologies" or "Company"), one of the United States' leading cannabis branding and consulting companies, today announced the death of its Co-founder and Interim CEO, Brett Roper. Andy Williams,...

Earlier today, Groupe Bruxelles Lambert (GBL) announced the passing of Mr. Albert Frère at the age of 92. Baron Frère was Honorary Chairman and co-controlling shareholder of GBL and former Vice Chairman of the Board of Directors of Pargesa Holding SA...

"It is with great regret and sadness we announce this very tragic and unexpected information", says the Board of Directors, Karo Pharma. "Anders Lönner has suddenly and unexpected passed away. Our thoughts go to his family and those closest to him"....

Below is a statement by U.S. Conference of Mayors President and Columbia (SC) Mayor Steve Benjamin on the passing of President George H.W. Bush: "While we mourn the passing of President George H.W. Bush, we celebrate and honor his extraordinary...

The American Labor Movement has lost a great leader today with the passing of Edwin D. Hill, President Emeritus of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers.  The Pennsylvania AFL-CIO will always remember with gratitude, the leadership and...

The following is a statement from NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine about the passing of former President George Herbert Walker Bush: "NASA and the nation mourn the passing of President George Herbert Walker Bush, a...