Memorial Announcement

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    Company Closes; Founder Honored

    After of years in business, company is closing its doors, following the death of founder . was a leading He always enjoyed and leaves behind a legacy of through his personal commitment and financial contributions.

    A memorial ceremony will be held at the flagship store at , next The will recount the origins of the business while paying tribute to Mr. Smith.

    Having founded company after , by , the firm had grown and moved from its quaint site at to new, modern headquarters at . Initially specializing in , Smith increased the inventory to eventually include a full line of His slogan of is known by most and conjures up memories of simpler times.

    "Robert was a wonderful man," says . "I remember the first day I saw him He was so congenial and casual, you'd never know he actually owned the company. I just thought he was one of the guys working there."

    Mr. Smith was interred at cemetery in a modest family ceremony . The will remain open until the end of the at which time assets will be. Starting , a going-out-of -business sign will be posted, much to the dismay of  friends and loyal customers. Donations can be made in Robert's name to


     

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