Henry Cherner, AIMS360 Managing Partner, 66

Henry Cherner, a Los Angeles pioneer in software programs for the fashion industry and an apparel industry veteran, passed away suddenly from a heart attack on Sunday. He was 66.

Michael Cohen, co-founder of Michael Stars

Michael Cohen, co-founder of Michael Stars apparel line, passes away at age 79.

P.J. Salvage Founder and Creative Apparel Director, Mickey Sills, 55

P.J. Salvage Founder and Creative Apparel Director, Mickey Sills, 55

Seven months after being diagnosed with cancer, the apparel veteran passed away on Jan. 28.

Surf Industry Veteran Lian Elyse Murray, 54

Surf Industry Veteran Lian Elyse Murray, 54

Surf-industry pioneer Lian Murray passed away at Hoag Hospital in Newport Beach, Calif., Nov. 3 after suffering from a severe asthma attack, according to a statement from her family. She was 54.

Buhler’s Werner Bieri, 60

Buhler’s Werner Bieri, 60

Textile executive Werner Bieri died on Nov. 2 after a long battle with leukemia. He was 60.

Manhattan Beachwear’s Alan Schwartz, 67

Manhattan Beachwear’s Alan Schwartz, 67

Swimwear veteran Alan Schwartz died on June 8 following a battle with cancer.

Body Glove Co-Founder Bob Meistrell, 84

Bob Meistrell, who co-founded Body Glove International with his brother, Bill, died

Textile Representative Hank Pola

Textile Representative Hank Pola

Hans (Hank) Pola died on May 27 after a short illness following a stroke. He was 78 years old.

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