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Commentary
From Our President
On Thursday, August 27, 2009 my Dad, and the founder of Imperial Distributors, passed away at the age of 95. While we are sad that we will no longer see his smiling face or be cheered by his optimism, we celebrate his life and the legacy he left his family, friends, and all of us at Imperial Distributors. Like so many others who grew up in the throes of the Great Depression, Frank Sleeper was desperate to find a way to make a living. Fresh out of high school in 1932, he decided to assemble first-aid kits containing iodine, bandages, adhesive tape and aspirin. He traveled throughout New England selling his not-for-resale kits to gas stations, restaurants and mom-and-pop grocery stores. Little did he know he had taken the first step toward becoming a pioneer in non-foods distribution. Much has changed in our industry since those early days, but much remains the same. Imperial continues to follow his example by valuing hard work above all, providing great customer service, and treating everyone with respect. And perhaps most important of all, Dad’s warmth and compassion extended to everyone he touched. The Imperial family honors his memory by carrying on these enduring values he embraced throughout his life. For comments or questions, contact us by phone at 508-756-5156, or e-mail: msleeper@imperialdistributors.com
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A Tribute to my Dad, Frank Sleeper