We were saddened to learn from B.J. Merholz that his wife, Julie, has died.

B.J. writes: “Julie was a long-time fan of the Mystery Photo and determined contributor who followed it as long as her health permitted. After a recent steep decline, she died yesterday.”

We will miss Julie’s contributions to the Daily Mirror. We were lucky enough to meet her and B.J. during a gathering of the Brain Trust at the pre-renovation Clifton’s Cafeteria. We mourn her loss and extend the Daily Mirror’s condolences to B.J. and the Merholz family.

B.J. has more on his blog.