Gerd Bissinger has passed away. Completely unexpected, after a short and severe illness, he peacefully passed away on Thursday evening, March 27, 2025, in the presence of his family and closest confidants at the age of 80.
Koinor mourns the loss of Gerd Bissinger, they remember him as a person who tackled the challenges of life with passion. He was always full of joie de vivre and was able to enjoy beautiful moments. His sociability and empathy in dealing with customers, business partners, and colleagues were the qualities that defined Gerd Bissinger. Full of drive and with his passion for furniture, he moved in 1992 from southern Bavaria, where he worked at himolla, to Upper Franconia to join Koinor as Sales Director, Managing Director, and eventually as Managing Partner, he coined and guided the company alongside Michael Schulz for decades.
Under their leadership, the company was developed into one of the most innovative and significant manufacturers in the upholstered furniture industry, and in the end, he could look back on his life's work with pride.
Gerd Bissinger was able to remain calm even in difficult times. His obliging and charming manner made him truly special. This is how he was known and appreciated as a conversational partner. His "Sofas for Friends" and his employees were his deepest concerns. "Simply the best" aptly describes his philosophy. In his free time, he played golf and tennis, mastering the sporting challenges just as he did the professional ones, always with a smile on his face. Koinor colleagues expressed that they want to keep this image of Gerd Bissinger in our thoughts.
They will carry forward his optimism and positive attitude in his spirit. In the last few days, he shared his excitement for the upcoming Milan Fair and the prospect of reuniting with friends.
The editors of InteriorDaily wish his relatives and Koinor colleagues much strength with this loss.
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