06/04/2026
This week we said a final goodbye to one of those customers who comes in so often and regularly that they feel like family. We have had the pleasure of serving Paul for decades. He gets mentioned when interviewing for new staff, as all of our regulars are a very important part of our mission.
Paul quickly becomes every new staff’s favorite. In fact, many other evening regulars got to know and love him over the years. He was kind, consistent, reliable, and always wanted to put a smile on your face. When he would arrive to an empty shop he would say things like: “I don’t know how I’m going to find a spot to sit” or “you need me to get the crowd under control?” He came in every evening for a plain black cup of coffee.
When he passed away a couple of weeks ago our barista poured him a cup and put it in “his” spot. Paul - there will always be a cup of black coffee and a spot reserved for you in each of our hearts. ❤️😢😭