The American Reusable Textile Association (ARTA) announced the loss of industry veteran, Donald A. Pedder, at the end of January, due to COVID-19 at the age of 77.The American Reusable Textile Association (ARTA) announced the loss of industry veteran, Donald A. Pedder, at the end of January, due to COVID-19 at the age of 77.
Pedder was well-known throughout the textile care industry, and often left an impression on all who met him. He was the first laundry operator to join ARTA in 1992, and served as its president from 2004 to 2008. Under Pedder's leadership, the number of laundry operators in ARTA grew to make up 50% of the membership. Most recently, he was the principal of his own consulting firm.
The family plans a private service with cremation and will spread Pedder’s ashes along the ocean, as was his wish. They ask that in lieu of flowers, any donations should be made to a charity of choice in his name.
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