Making Waves

It's hard to believe that five years have passed since we said goodbye to you, Pine. Not a day goes by that we don't think of you or miss you. You were an irreplaceable leader, a true pioneer with a vision all your own, and a friend so many of us were fortunate to have in our lives.

Over the years, we've heard countless stories of your kindness and generosity throughout our community. But there's one story in particular that has always stayed with us. It's a story many people have probably never heard, because you were never one to seek recognition for the good you did.

During the winter months, when the restaurant was closed for the season, there were times when some of your employees fell on hard times. Some struggled to afford everyday necessities like groceries and medications. When Bill learned that someone on his team was struggling, he didn't simply reach into his pocket and hand them money. He took the time to personally shop for the things they needed, gather everything together, and quietly deliver it to their front door.

No fanfare. No recognition. No expectation of anything in return. Just someone taking care of the people who mattered to him.

That was Pine.

Stories like this remind us that what made you special wasn't just the business you built or the vision you had. It was the way you treated people, the lives you touched, and the example you set for everyone around you.

Five years later, we still feel your absence. Not just as a leader and a friend, but as someone who made our community a better place simply by being part of it.

We miss you, Pine. And while no one could ever fill your shoes, we hope to continue honoring your legacy by showing others the same kindness, generosity, and compassion you showed so many.

Because the greatest legacy you left behind wasn't what you built—it was how you made people feel.