Gene Hughes (1930 – 2021), co-founder of Nature’s Sunshine Products, passed away peacefully at the age of 91, the company announced.
“Loved by both his immediate family and all of his Nature’s Sunshine family, Gene will be dearly missed, and his legacy will continue to leave an impact across our business,” said Nature’s Sunshine Chief Executive Officer Terrence Moorehead. “Gene loved this company, and his personal interactions with Consultants and employees forged relationships around the globe.”
With his wife, Kristine, and family, Gene began encapsulating herbs and traveling the western United States to sell them to health food stores. They quickly found a market for their products among a growing number of complementary and alternative healthcare practitioners across the country, and the company blossomed, spreading to over 40 countries around the world.
Gene served as the first president of the company and remained active with Nature’s Sunshine throughout his life. Known for his welcoming smile and heartfelt laughter, he formed lasting friendships with many employees and leaders in the field. Gene viewed the business as an extension of his family, and he created a culture of caring for employees, Distributors and customers that endeared him to those with whom he worked.
For those wishing to honor his memory, Gene’s family has asked for donations to the Impact Foundation in his behalf in lieu of gifts or flowers.
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