Peppermill properties are unmistakable and iconic. They bear the fingerprints of Bill Paganetti, who died Dec. 29 at age 85 after a brief illness. Competitors and friends say his meticulous attention to detail and deep connection to his family have helped shape communities across the state where he did business.

Former Sparks Nugget owner John Ascuaga, who died Monday at age 96, was remembered as “a pillar” of Northern Nevada’s gaming community.