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Nebraska Jeweler Dies of COVID-19 at Age 71

He was ‘a true icon in Bellevue.’

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4 years ago

December 14, 2020

INSTORE Staff

Frank Kumor, a jeweler in Bellevue, NE, has died after a bout with COVID-19.

Frank Kumor

He was 71.

Kumor, who owned Erwin’s Jewelry in Old Towne Bellevue, was beloved in the community, and residents lined up to watch his funeral procession, the World-Herald reports.

“Frank is a true icon in Bellevue, a supporter of everything, be it schools or sports or the Chamber of Commerce,” Kevin Hensel, CEO of the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce, was quoted saying.

“It’s hard to believe he’s not with us.”

Kumor was active in numerous civic organizations, including the Bellevue Chamber of Commerce’s Board of Directors, the Olde Towne Task Force and the Olde Town Merchants’ Association, according to his obituary. He was a U.S. Air Force veteran.

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