We remember with affection and gratitude our friend and supporter, Melinda Florian Papp, who passed away earlier this year. Mindy was co-director of Florian Papp, one of the oldest antiques galleries in the US. Its focus was English and European furniture and fine art from the eighteenth to the twentieth centuries. She published catalogues on English Aesthetic furniture, antique boxes, and watercolor drawings of architecture, gardens, and interiors.

From her early involvement on various benefit committees and sponsorship of the annual Iris Awards, to her steadfast advocacy for the BGC scholarship fund, Mindy exemplified unwavering commitment to and passion for our mission. Her eventual role as a member and then co-chair of BGC’s board of trustees further underscores her profound impact on our institution.

Mindy will be deeply missed. We extend our sympathies to her family and many friends.