09/18/2026
It Is Time to Pass the Torch starting January 2027
After more than 18 years, it is time for me to pass the torch.
It has been an incredible honour to serve this community for the past 18 years. I am incredibly grateful for every customer, every family, and every person who has supported The Town Butcher along the way.
I want to take a moment to thank some very important people who have been beside me throughout this journey.
First and foremost, my wife, Denise. Thank you for being my rock, my support, and for standing beside me through all the ups and downs that come with running a business for 18 years.
I also want to thank my amazing staff, both past and present, for everything they have contributed over the years.
Naomi, thank you for sticking by me through thick and thin for more than 10 years. Your loyalty and dedication have meant more to me than I can put into words.
And Taylor, thank you for more than 5 years of hard work, for managing the meat department, and for being such an incredible asset to the company.
The decision to close has been a very difficult one. I know there will be many questions, and I have explained the details in the video above.
My staff and I will be here, continuing to support this wonderful community through the end of December.
I also want to make sure that whoever takes the torch from here has the opportunity to succeed. I will personally help connect them with the farmers and suppliers we have worked with and do everything I can to make the transition as smooth as possible.
I wanted to tell you all about this decision well in advance because of the respect I have for this community. You have supported me through so many hurdles over the years, and I want to have the opportunity to continue serving you and to say my proper goodbyes over the next four months.
I will be off work today, but I will be in the store Saturday and Sunday if anyone would like to come by, reach out, or simply have a conversation.
Thank you all, once again, for 18 incredible years of love, support, friendship, and memories.
I appreciate each and every one of you more than you know.
Thank you for everything.
I hope to be able to connect with you all from now until the end of December while we continue to serve the community.