Headlines Roberto Faraone Mennella, Jewelry Designer, Dies at Age 48 He established the Faraone Mennella brand with Amedeo Scognamiglio. Published 4 years ago on June 4, 2020 By INSTORE Staff Share Tweet Jewelry designer Roberto Faraone Mennella has died at age 48 after a battle with cancer. Roberto Faraone Mennella His death was announced on Instagram by Amedeo Scognamiglio, with whom he started the Faraone Mennella brand in 2001. Today the brand has stores in Capri, Italy, as well as New York, WWD notes. “Supported by enthusiastic media coverage, the brand caught the attention of prestigious retailers, including Bergdorf Goodman and Neiman Marcus, which became loyal partners of the label,” according to WWD. Faraone Mennella grew up in the XVIII family estate in Torre del Greco, Italy, near Naples. Read the Instagram post: View this post on Instagram My best friend, my rock, my mentor, my “eyes”, my first date and endless love is now Light. Roberto Faraone Mennella won his war against cancer, this morning at 3am, hugged and embraced by me, Renato his Dad, and our angel friend @chiara_centioni : Robu is finally free, healthy, smiling, happily sketching jewels and interiors in his new home in Heaven. He wanted to go before me, so that when my time comes our house and showroom in the sky will be ready to welcome me and my mess. Following Roberto’s last wishes, there will be a very small private service in his family’s Chapel. Elegant and discreet forever. Thank you all for your messages: I will try to respond to each and everyone as soon as I find some peace of mind again. #robertofaraonemennella #faraonemennella #rfmas A post shared by Amedeo Scognamiglio ? (@amedeokingofcameos) on Jun 4, 2020 at 2:16am PDT Related Topics: obituary click to Comment(Comment) Up Next Fake Police Rob NYC Jewelry Store Don't Miss Jewelry Stores Hard-Hit by Looting, Vandalism and Burglary Advertisement SPONSORED VIDEO Moving Up in the World? Wilkerson Can Help You Get There You may like Seymour Holtzman, Owner of Chicago’s C.D. Peacock, Dies at 88 Oklahoma Jeweler Glenn Lewis Dies at 68 Mary Frances Ball Gorman, of Akron, Dies at Age 99 Promoted Headlines Moving Up in the World? Wilkerson Can Help You Get There Wilkerson Affordable Gems – Bringing Rare Colors to You Affordable Gems Jewelers on Why Melee Matters White Pine Advertisement Latest Trending Videos Headlines14 hours ago Digital Signage Market to More Than Double: Forecast Press Releases14 hours ago In Memoriam: GIA Governor Dr. Rodney Ewing Press Releases14 hours ago Wholesaler Refuses to Sell Jewelry Through Retailers Who Carry or Promote Lab-Grown Diamonds Headlines5 days ago Jewelry Store Clerk Shot to Death in Florida Shane Decker1 week ago 10 Action Items to Sell More Diamond Engagement Rings to Millennials America's Coolest Stores2 days ago Houston Gem Dealers Make Commitment to Retail Sponsored Content2 weeks ago Moving Up in the World? Wilkerson Can Help You Get There Sponsored Webinars4 weeks ago Podium Presents: 6 Proven Strategies to Win More Customers in 2024 and Beyond Sponsored Content1 month ago When the Kids Have Their Own Careers, Wilkerson Can Help You to Retire Advertisement SubscribeBULLETINS INSTORE helps you become a better jeweler with the biggest daily news headlines and useful tips. (Mailed 5x per week.) Latest Comments Most Popular Headlines5 days ago Jewelry Store Clerk Shot to Death in Florida Shane Decker1 week ago 10 Action Items to Sell More Diamond Engagement Rings to Millennials America's Coolest Stores2 days ago Houston Gem Dealers Make Commitment to Retail Best of The Best1 week ago Next-Generation Jewelry Retailer Updates Park City Store Best of The Best1 week ago Long’s Wedding Band Weekend Becomes New England Tradition Shane Decker1 week ago Want to Close More Sales? Understand the Plan, Process and Purpose Ask INSTORE2 days ago Is Sunlight the Best Light to View a Diamond, and More of Your Questions Answered Headlines20 hours ago Florida Man Charged With Fraudulently Selling Jewelry as Native American-Made