Lee Hoots, a respected editor of Rifle and Handloader magazines at Wolfe Publishing and former editor of Guns & Ammo, died February 6, 2026, at age 57 due to early-onset dementia. He had a 30+ year career in outdoor publishing with Western Outdoor News, Outdoor Sportsmen Group, and Petersen's Publishing.
Nosler®, Inc. is deeply saddened to announce the passing of Robert “Bob” Nosler, our Chairman, on September 2, 2025, at the age of 79. Bob dedicated his life to carrying forward the innovation and spirit that defined Nosler from its beginning, a company founded by his father, John A. Nosler. During his four decades of leadership, Bob guided the company through significant expansions and innovations.
With heavy hearts, Gun Owners of America (GOA), Gun Owners Foundation (GOF), and Gun Owners of California (GOC) announce the passing of Sam Paredes, a GOA Board Member, a leader within GOF, and the longtime Executive Director of Gun Owners of California (GOC). Sam’s life was marked by an unwavering commitment to defending the Second Amendment and advancing the cause of liberty for future generations.
Brownells sadly announces the death of long-time family patriarch Frank Brownell, who successively held the positions of President, CEO, and Chairman of the Board at Brownells. Frank passed away in Grinnell, Iowa on June 18, 2025, after a lengthy illness. He was six days shy of his 86th birthday.
We at Ed Brown Products are deeply saddened to report that Ed Brown, industry icon and founder of Ed Brown Products, passed away at his home on September 15, 2024, after an intense battle with an aggressive, un-treatable liver cancer.
James (Jim) Easton passed away at his home in Los Angeles, surrounded by family and friends. He was 88 years old. His family-owned archery companies, Hoyt Archery, and Easton Technical Products, employ more than 400 workers in Utah and Indiana. Mr. Easton is survived by his wife of 29 years, Phyllis, son Greg, daughter Lynn, and three grandchildren. The family will celebrate Jim’s life at a private memorial observance.
With sad hearts, Outdoor Sportsman Group (OSG) learns of the passing of Jim Scoutten, co-host of the Shooting USA television program on Outdoor Channel and one of the most iconic voices in the shooting sports industry. Scoutten was 77 years old. Scoutten was a vital figure at OSG, with his TV series and resilient voice for Second-Amendment rights.
Smith & Wesson announced that former CEO and longtime board member Michael F. Golden passed away unexpectedly on June 5th, 2023.
The Second Amendment Foundation announces the loss of one of their founding directors and secretary, Sam Slom of Hawaii. He was 81.
The staff of Rock River Arms mourns the untimely loss of Steve Mayer, a 20-year employee of the company and an integral part of the sales and product development teams. Steve passed away October 12, 2022.
We at Ed Brown Products are deeply saddened to report that John May, Sales and Marketing Director, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, September 2. He will be greatly missed by our team. John was a valuable co-worker, and close friend to all of the Brown family.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of George Trulock. Mr. Trulock passed away on June 13 after loosing his battle to pancreatic cancer. Mr. Trulock was the founder and president of Trulock Chokes.
On November 6, Alan Mossberg, Chairman of O.F. Mossberg & Sons, Inc., passed away at his home in Tierra Verde, Florida, surrounded by close friends and family. Alan was 89 years old. Grandson of O.F. Mossberg & Sons, Inc. founder, Oscar Mossberg, Alan started working for the Mossberg organization at a very young age. For the better part of the last 50 years, Alan became a major pillar of the global firearms industry by successfully leading Mossberg to grow into one of the world’s largest and most respected small arms manufacturers.
Lloyd F. Woodhouse (Norfolk, Virginia), 86, the long-time USA Shooting shotgun coach, who retired from the USA Shooting Team in 2008, passed away peacefully in his home on October 1st in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Throughout his 23-year career as coach of the U.S. National Shotgun Team, Coach Woodhouse impacted thousands of people--athletes and coaches alike.
It is with our deepest regrets that we announce the passing of Berger Bullets & Ammunition founder, Walter Berger. Walt passed peacefully on Sunday afternoon September 19th, 2021, surrounded by friends and family at the age of 92.
Chattanooga Shooting Supplies, Inc. reports that Sarah Leslie Patino passed away on Monday, July 26, 2021 due to a tragic car accident. Leslie was a 20 year veteran of the firearm industry.
Tom Nash, a life-long industry veteran and shooting sports advocate died unexpectedly at the age of 67 on Saturday August 22, 2020. Tom worked for over 40 years in the firearms industry, most recently serving as a Buyer and Key Accounts Executive for Bangers LP.
Robert R. Reese, 87, of Geneseo, Illinois, iconic founder of Springfield Armory, passed peacefully Saturday, June 22, 2019, in Clarissa C. Cook Hospice House, Bettendorf, Iowa.
Sturm, Ruger & Company, Inc. (NYSE: RGR) mourns the loss of William B Ruger, Jr., former Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Ruger. Mr. Ruger, who was the second CEO of the Company and the son of the Company's founder, passed away this past weekend.