06/25/2023
Three seasons ago was the last year our family was together as a sales unit. Mom and dad decided to retire that year and I decided going forward to allow others to run it on percentage for fund raising. The next year we lost mom to cancer, and then just 6 short weeks ago we almost lost dad to a stroke. Him being the tough old bird he is not only did he pull through but is driving me crazy in the recovery process after coming home Wednesday from in faciality rehab. After every season I made sure to thank my family and employees for that years success. This time I thank you, our friends and clients, for 21 years of success. Your family blessed us with friendship and loyalty. Without you year in year out we would not have been a successful business.
So what is next? I have made the decision to close the doors this year and going forward. I will miss the season, good and bad, but time with family out ways any desire to continue. Many will notice that my custom trailer/stand is setup almost right across the Highway and I believe they will put it to use for many seasons going forward. They are a new group, second season, on that location that is family operated and family owned. Last year they were always a match on product brand, quality, and pricing as us. If you are looking for a new location, and I am not being paid to say this, they should get a look and opportunity to become your new go to.
Thanks for the memories,
Patrick "Gator" Elliott
Elliott's Area51 Fireworks LLC