A renowned photographer has passed away. Slava 'Sal' Veder was a Pulitzer Prize winner, known for capturing a memorable moment of a family reunion. His family confirmed his death, which occurred while he was asleep at his home.

Veder was nearly 100 years old when he died, just shy of a milestone birthday. He was a retired photojournalist who worked for the Associated Press.

Further details about his life and work are available, including the circumstances of his most famous photograph, taken in 1973.