Bernard Loomis 1923-2006 Posted by Dave on June 5, 2006 at 04:51 PM CST: It is with a heavy heart that we pass on the news that Bernard Loomis has passed away. The former president of Kenner died on June 2nd of heart disease. For readers who are not familiar with the man or is unleveled influence to Star Wars collecting, take a few minutes to read our interview with Bernard. Our thoughts go out to his family.