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Jim Eure Obituary
In the 1960s, Eure, a retired lieutenant colonel in the Air Force, opened a small hamburger and pizza joint in his hometown of Stephenville, in North Texas. The restaurant was popular, but it was a grueling business, daughter Sue Thorson recalled Monday.
A few years later, Eure and his wife, Pat, fell in love with Austin during a drive back from the Gulf Coast. The Eures decided to move to Austin, but Eure was sure he was going to hang up his pizza roller.
"If I ever open up another restaurant, I hope I have my head examined," he said, Thorson recalled.
But Eure (pronounced "your") couldn't resist the draw of college students and only two pizza chains in town. In 1969, he opened the Pizza Place at Oltorf Street and South Congress Avenue and soon added more locations as business took off again. Eventually, his wife's Italian maiden name, Gatti, became the moniker.
To his family, Eure was a dogged entrepreneur and energetic force, whether it was selling cattle, renovating upscale apartments or designing furniture.
When Willie Nelson ran into financial troubles in the 1990s, Eure bought the singer's property near Briarcliff, on Lake Travis, and then sold it back when things improved, Thorson said.
And even as he slowed down in his final years, his wife says, it's hard to describe everything he did.
"You don't have enough space," Pat Eure said from their Mount Bonnell home.
In his restaurant career, Eure was known for developing a rich dough and a secret sauce that kept customers calling.
Eure sold his chain of 18 restaurants in 1974 but held on to a couple of franchises. Mr. Gatti's has since changed hands several times. Last year, Austin private equity firm Blue Sage Capital LP bought Mr. Gatti's parent company, Kerrville-based LDB Corp., for an undisclosed amount.
Mr. Gatti's Inc. said last month that it would expand its chain of more than 140 stores to about 200 or more in the next five years, said Michael Mrlik, the chief executive who joined Mr. Gatti's in May.
Mr. Gatti's was a top-five pizza chain in the 1980s, but as of 2004 it had slipped to No. 17, according to Pizza Marketing Quarterly.
"His legacy is about the product: the pizza dough, the spaghetti sauce recipe and the integrity of the product," Mrlik said. "He really preached it in the early days, and that's what we want to bring back to the forefront."
Rick Barsness, who opened a franchise with Eure in Victoria in 1974, remembers one busy Friday night with a full house and 100 customers lined up. The staff was strained, and Eure told Barsness, then 21 years old, that he wasn't making the pizza "good enough."
So Eure shut it down, saying they would reopen Monday, after they fixed the problems.
"I thought (the pizza) was fine...but he was absolutely right," said Barsness, now owner of the Springfield, Mo.-based Incredible Pizza chain. "The Colonel was the greatest pizza maker that ever lived."
Eure is expected to be buried at Arlington National Cemetery in Virginia. He is survived by his wife, Pat, two daughters and a son, and four grandchildren.
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Sherry Reynolds [nee Hanks]
August 11, 2020
This writing is so long after Col. Eure's passing, but I can't pass up the opportunity to pay my respects after my discovery of his obituary, still active after all these years.
I worked at the Pizza Place in Austin from 1970 until the summer of 1973. First at the Oltorf location, then at Highland Mall. Those were wonderful days for me and enabled me to pay my way through college. I didn't meet Col. Eure until about a week into my employment, but I was already impressed by the legend. Lt. Colonel, Viet Nam vet, music afficionado [ I have a fuzzy memory of a connection with the band "Its a Beautiful Day"], protector of the "secret sauce" recipe, entrepreneur, business magician and all-around wonderful man. I was a little astounded on my first day when I was told we had to wait for the delivery of the crusts and the sauce. The manager explained that both were made at a central location and the recipe was a closely held secret. In fact, the manager went on to say that only Col. Eure and the lady who made it knew the recipe! He had met this woman on his travels and loved the sauce so much, he moved her to the U.S. She went into the kitchen every day before dawn to make it. Truth or myth, I never found out, but it makes for a great story, and I tell it to this day! From reading the other tributes on this site, it seems that he had a gift for recognizing talent in people and the goodness to help them develop and fully realize it.
The life take-aways from Col. Eure and my job at the Pizza Place were work hard, treat your customers and employees right, there is a perfect rise to pizza dough, Provalone instead of Mozzarella, and watch your inventory. The Colonel, himself, explained to me that an accurate inventory was the key to a successful food business and we counted and measured every night at closing.
The world did, indeed, lose one of its best with the passing of Col. Eure and I feel truly blessed to have had him touch my life.
Brian Guenther
April 20, 2018
In Jan.1993, I was recovering from a brain aneurysm and was looking for something to do out west of town (Austin), to escape the faster pace of the city. I found a Statesman ad as an on site manager of some condos in Spicewood. I called, and a man answered and i made an appointment to meet at his house. I went over and was astonished at the location near Mt Bonnell. Upon arriving, a tall thin Gentleman greeted me and I entered his home. The view of UT Tower was amazing, and his intelligence, steadiness, and succinctness was striking. After meeting, we made plans to meet at the condos, west of town. The following week we met in Spicewood, at what turned out to be Willie's Golf Course, condos, and music studio. He set me up in one of the units, to live there while I watched over the condos, which included the majority of units surrounding the Studio. Jim had recently renovated the units, and they all had new carpet, appliances, etc. Integrity had been shown in the upgrade. During the time I spent at the condos, I got to meet some of the friends and associates of the Nelsons. Two on site friends were Bucky Meadows, and Poody. I spent a lot of time with Bucky, and he would tell me amazing stories from Ernest Tubb to Leon Russell. Actors from activity at the movie set at Luck, stayed there as well. Jim largely stayed away from the condos at that time, and later he sold them back to Willie.
Later I realized what a kind thing Jim had done for his friend, Willie, in such a quiet and dignified way. I often have thought of those interesting times, and the tall, bearded, distinguished man, who was showing kindness to a friend.
Mark Johnson
May 10, 2013
I only knew of Mr Eure as the creator of my first place of employement, but I quickly grew to admire him and his dream. I started as a bus boy at 14 at a Mr Gattis in Louisville Kentucky and went on to become the youngest manager in the company's history at 18. I was afforded a trip to Austin Texas for a management training seminar in the mid 80s and got the honor of shaking this man's hand. Upon beginning college at Western Kentucky University, I managed a franchise store in Bowling Green Ky and learned a great deal about life, business and relationships. I still enjoy the unique taste of his recipes today at 46. My respect to his memory and his family. Thanks for allowing us to share.
January 19, 2011
As a young child I lived by Colonel Jim Eure in Columbus, Mississippi. My dad was also in the Air Force a Lt.Col and a pilot. Jim and his family were wonderful neighbors. I know this tribute is late but I will never forget him. Mike Biehunko Victoria, Texsas
Ted Nolen
July 10, 2009
I have no family or business ties to Jim Eure as so many herein do except perhaps that family of people that enjoyed, and still try to when available, his pizza and the atmospheres created at the various locations. I have eaten at Mr.Gatti's restaurants in Fort Worth, Hurst, Abilene and Waco and always enjoyed them, often going out of my way to get to one. After reading these postings and the obituary I am sorry I never got to know the man. He sounds like the type of person I would put in a handful of people I've known in my life that make this country, and for that matter, this world, a better place. I know the family will always miss him. I'm glad there are so many good memories of him to treasure as well. I am sorry for the family's loss.
Barbara
August 4, 2008
Imagine how surprised I was to find out that in addition to all his other accomplishments, Jim Eure flew supplies for Gen. Patton during WWII.
Ian Vaughan
January 11, 2008
When I was a child in Austin in the 1980's I met Jim Eure through his his grandchildren. Kelly and Grant took me to the Eure house and what I remember was an exceptionally nice family. He was mixing spices for the restraunt and gave me a tour of the place. He had a calming grace to him and I'll always remember that along with the friendship I shared with with his grandchildren. Texas lost a great man the day he died.
mike biehunko
August 3, 2006
I new Jim Eure when my dad was a pilot in the military in Columbus, Mississippi in 1960. He was our neighbor for 3 years and was a great person..Mike Biehunko Victoria, Texas
Elaineeure Henderson
April 21, 2006
Wish I had know Jim Eure. I was down in Costa Rica, 1990-2000 and really missed pizza.
Elaine Torres
November 8, 2005
Although, I've never met Mr. Eure, I can only imagine what a great person he must have been. Mr. Gatti's is perhaps the best pizza anywhere. I haven't found anything like it in the desert! He will be missed but ALWAYS remembered! 459-twenty-two twenty twoooooooooo!!!!
Earl Vaughn
October 10, 2005
My deepest condolences to Pat,Sue and Little Jimmy. I first met Col. Eure in 1961 in Turkey. Col. Eure was my commander. I had great respect for this man, Col. Eure always inspired everyone around him to do a litter better. He inspired me so much that I decided to stayed in the Air Force and retired. He will be truly missed by his friends and family.
Anne Prince
September 29, 2005
I'm so sorry the "King of Pizza" is gone.... Mr. Gatti's Pizza has always and will be forever my favorite pizza!!! It's still the best around! The world will miss you Jim....
Eddie & April Gatti
September 27, 2005
Growing up, I remember my 'Uncle Jim' as a strong, almost intimidating man but with a very kind & gentle demeanor. I would look forward to visiting Aunt Pat, Uncle Jim and Jimmy with my family each time we would go. Over the years I came to know Jim as a very intelligent, dynamic and astute business man with a generous heart. I wish I would have known him better. He will be missed. My heart felt condolences go to my Aunt Pat and Jimmy. My family and I are here for you.
Jim & Judy Fristoe
September 26, 2005
After searching through the dictionary, I'm still unable to find words to express my deep sorrow for losing such a dear friend, mentor and respected gentleman. His standards, integrity, and business ethics set the bar "extremely high". Very few LEADERS then and today can claim or be given credit for such achievements. He was and will continue to be a GREAT influence in my life. Mrs Eure and Jimmy; I'm here for your needs.
God Bless
Tom Ellison
September 26, 2005
Pat and Sue
I will always think fondly of our time together working for The Pizza Place and Mr Gatti's. It was a formative time, thanks to Mr. Eure. I put an add in the work wanted section of the paper advertising "energetic mechanic and carpenter" and I was lucky to have Jim call me up -- we started installing those first beer spigot to walk-in cooler keg set-ups right away. Whether it was making 100 pounds of dough each night with Jim's secret recipe of spices in a plastic bag, building the new restuarants around town, or doing maintenance all night so the store could open the next day, we had fun. I like to say (and I say it often) I married my wife Pat because she could ably handle her end of a 2x12 - the cedar 2x12 x's we were making for Mr. Gatti's booths in 1973. Take Care.
David Gatti
September 24, 2005
I will miss my Uncle Jim. Although we weren't as close now as when I was a child, his great wisdom and understanding of things still influences me today. He left so much for so many, and will be missed by all. My very deepest and heartfelt sympathies to you, Aunt Pat and family.
Diane Eure
September 24, 2005
I married into the Eure family just over seven years ago but Rufus and Pat always welcomed me as though I'd been around forever. I always heard the stories of the family gatherings that Rufus spearheaded. The gatherings continued at Rufus and Pat's anytime family came through central Texas. I appreciated being a part of these gatherings and having the opporunity to getting to know my new family better. I'll miss Rufus and send my love to Pat, Jim, Sue and the rest of the family.
Ken Todd
September 24, 2005
Pat, you and Jim always made me feel welcome in your home. Thank you for that. Jim was a dynamic person who made a difference in everyone's life. He'll be missed by all of us.
Jon O'Bryant
September 24, 2005
Hello, I met Jim and Pat Eure in 1995 when they gave me a huge amount of commercial equipment. I also helped them with some time value calculations for the Nelson accounting. The whole time I was working at their home Lance Armstrong was working-out on the street in front of their home on his bike. A few years past by and I was working for a CPA as an accountant. I saw an ad for commercial real estate for sale. I called up Jim and apparently he believed in me enough to finance a first, a second, and then a third piece of commercial real estate. Jim worked very hard to make sure that I succeeded. He advised me so much and I never would of even come close to accomplishing one-tenth of what I have today without Jim and Pat. He always took my call. He always gave me the benefit of the doubt. He never, ever told me what to do. He made suggestions, and boy, they were so right, looking back now. Jim was very handy with tools. He built some furniture that turned out so nice. After he built the furniture, he saw a design that resembled it, it was designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. I tell you, it was a real ego boost for me to have Jim call me, and ask me questions, about accounting. Jim could really see through people's BS. And boy did he have to deal with some winner's and loser's. If you were honest with him and talked to him with decently, he went to the moon for you, at the drop of a hat!!! NO EXAGERATION. Some of the lawyers we dealt with talked to him ugly, well, instead of arguing he just packed up his deal and we went down the street. He had a huge compassion for animals also. There was a bird that made a nest in the front door wreath of his home. He made us walk all the way around the house so as to not disturb the little babies. He was so proud of Pat. He always touted how smart his wife is. Pat has worked so hard also, to make sure that I was successful. She worked so hard for many years to make sure that Jim was happy. He was so very happy with Pat. He worried that Pat was going to be OK after he was gone and did everything he could to make sure. He loved Jimmy, and let me know that Jimmy was someone that I could trust, since I would sometimes talk with him on the phone. He remarked so many times to me that Pat was too good for him, and that he never would of been able to build as much as he did without her. I am going to miss him so much. Thank You. Jon O'Bryant
Jack Eure, Jr.
September 24, 2005
I will miss my Uncle Rufus--a true entrepreneur and visionary who brought us everything from Mr. Gatti's pizza to gourmet food-to-go and tornado-proof rooms in homes. When I was a child, I had fond memories of his occasional visits to Vernon, Texas to visit relatives and retrace his own memories of growing up in a poor family (along with my Father, Jack Eure) on the "Story Farm". My Uncle and Father impressed on me that no matter how humble your beginnings, you could achieve a lot if you set high standards for yourself and worked hard. They both did that.
One of the luckiest days in my life was in 1968 when I got a call from Uncle Rufus while I was working at Southwestern Bell Telephone Company in Austin. He wanted to know if I wanted to invest some money in a new pizza venture in Austin to be located near the intersection of S. Congress Avenue and Oltorf St. It didn't take long to say yes. (He also made the same offer to his siter, Anne, and she accepted too.) The rest is history. Thanks Uncle Rufus. I always admired you for your keen business sense and for serving as family patriarch.
Dad
September 24, 2005
Dad
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Babs, Pat, Dad, Sue, Jimmy
September 24, 2005
Morris, Myrt, Aunt Josie Belle, Dad, Jack
September 24, 2005
Myrt, Anne, Irma, Dad, Jack
September 24, 2005
Jimmy, Pat, and Dad
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Myrt and Dad
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Dad, Anne, and Myrt
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Keith Eure
September 24, 2005
"Uncle Rufus" was my great-uncle. I had the honor of meeting him a few times at various family functions. I remember him as a soft-spoken, unassuming person who never felt he had to "put on airs", as the saying goes. If you didn't know him, you would never know all that he had accomplished and all the people he helped and touched in his lifetime. My father spoke of him often and loved to tell stories about Rufus. The world is a sadder place due to his passing. Please accept my condolences on your loss.
Simpson Carol
September 23, 2005
Uncle Rufus always inspired everyone around him to do a little better. He could expect others to be their best because he held himself to the highest expectations and integrity. Our entire family looked up to him with the utmost respect and admiration. He will be missed, but his influence will live on. Our deepest sympathy goes to Pat, Jim, Sue and Babs.
Love,
Carol and Errol
Sue Kern Spencer
September 23, 2005
Pat and Family:
I want you to know how much our family appreciated the kindnesses Rufus showed our Mother, Beulah Mae Kern, and Aunt Josie Bell Barnhill during the latter years of their lives. He was very special to each of them. I just wish we as cousins could have known him and all his family in a closer way. It was very special to be with Jimmy when the two of them came to Mississippi. We pray God's blessings on each of you. Please give our love to Ann and Myrt.
Sue Kern Spencer
Maria & Jaime Tamez
September 22, 2005
My husband, Jaime, met Mr. Eure after answering an ad in the paper for maintenance work about 10 years ago. Little did we know that we were going to be introduced to one of the finest human beings God ever created. Mr. Eure probably admired Jaime just as much as Jaime admired him. He offered my husband many great opportunities and they both sought each other's opinions on many things.
When the first GattiTown opened on Hwy 290 at the "Y" he invited our family to join him and Pat at the grand opening. Our kids had a great time and we, as always, enjoyed the pizza.
Only this can be said about Mr. Eure, that the world has truly lost one of its finest. He accomplished many things on this earth and along the way touched a lot of lives and made them live up to their fullest potential.
My husband and I will miss Mr. Eure and would like to extend our deepest sympathies to Pat and her family. His family must be so proud of being a part of someone so unique and genuine.
I thank God for bringing Mr. Eure into our lives.
Carol & Aaron Campbell
September 22, 2005
Pat,
Our deepest sympathy on your loss. Our prayers go out to you.
George Kash
September 22, 2005
You cannot replace a man like Col. Eure. He taught everyone in the Mr. Gattis system how important serving and preparing a 'quality' product was. But he was much more than that. When we leave this life, we all hope to leave something behind that benefits others. Col. Eure has more than fulfilled this task. He will be missed by all who knew him.
John, Mary & George Kash
Jeanette Todd
September 22, 2005
My deepest sympathies to you Pat, Sue, Jimmy and Barbara. Jim was an icon in Texas and a great help to me personally when I needed him. He will be missed indeed. He made a difference.
Don Eure
September 22, 2005
If you look up the word "entrepreneur" in the dictionary, you will find Uncle Rufus' (that's what all of us nephews and neices called him) picture there. What a truly creative mind and pioneering spirit! Pat, thank you for the love and care you have provided all these years. I know you miss him deeply, but take solace in knowing that you were the love of his life. To you and my cousins, deepest sympathy and God's comfort.
Sue Thorson
September 22, 2005
Thank you to everyone for your wonderful memories of my Dad. It really means a lot to me, Pat, and Jimmy. Dad would have been very proud that he touched so many people's lives.
Jerry Eure
September 21, 2005
Col. Eure is my Uncle Rufus and I have admired him all my life. He always made me feel very special and inspired me to strive for perfection in all I did. He had a profound influence on my life and I will miss our frequent telephone conversations. My deepest sympathy to Pat, their children and grandchildren.
Mary Ann Ripley
September 21, 2005
My uncle has always been bigger than life in my eyes, someone each family member looked up to. I will miss him dearly and all he stood for.
To Pat, Sue and Jim, I feel your loss and will forever be here for each of you in any way I can.
Mary Ann
Bob Jackson
September 21, 2005
I have many memories , having the best Pizza in town while serving at Bergstrom in the early to mid 70's. We went to the store just outside the gate on Friday for lunch and sometimes spent the whole afternoon there eating and jawing. Also used to go with special friends after bowling to have Pizza and just a lot of fun. Altho I have moved to Illinois this year, I will always remember the good times and especially the great Pizza at Mr Gatti's I am thankful to have had the opportunity to enjoy the absolute best Pizza, "Honest"
Andy Cook
September 21, 2005
Col. Eure was a tremendous influence on all of us at Mr. Gatti's, even long after his "retirement". I can remember hopping in his car with Gil McCoy to go by stores to get his input on dough or cheese or whatever the crisis at the moment --- and this was long after he was retired from any official capacity with the company. His insights regarding the product and growing the business were always simple, direct and very very correct. He was a great role model and inspiration to so many of us throughout the years. My prayers go out to Pat and the rest of the Eure family. As always, if there is ever anything that I can do please let me know.
Rocky Keeley
September 21, 2005
Col. Eure will surely be missed but his legacy will live on. God's speed Colonel !
Deneen (Fristoe) Bouie
September 21, 2005
To the family, I am deeply sorry for your loss. I thank Mr. Eure for being a part of my father's, Jim Fristoe, life. Mr. Eure was not only a mentor to my father, but a friend. Through my Dad, I feel like I knew Mr. Eure personally. Therefore, I share in your loss. May God comfort you during this time.
Brad Boutwell
September 21, 2005
Sorry to hear about your loss,I remember eating at 'The Pizza Place' on N Lamar back in 1973 when living on Rutland Dr on the then outskirts of North Austin.Also the one on Research was a favorite high school hangout for us students at Lanier.
Montie Guthrie
September 21, 2005
My first job at college was using a ten-pound sledge hammer to knock the rock porch off a house so THE COLONEL could build his first Pizza Place. After we got it built, David Dickerson, who also worked building it, and I were his first cooks when it opened. God I rolled so much dough. David eventually bought it and owned it till it was torn down 2 years ago. THE COLONEL was a perfectionist.. taught me never to be satisfied with 'ok'. The lessons he taught me have served me well in my life. He was a powerful influence on many young people.
Jim Eure
September 20, 2005
My deepest condolences to my Aunt Pat, Jim and Sue. May God give you peace during this trying time. He was a very special man that will be missed.
Rick SHETLER
September 20, 2005
You will trurely be missed
David and Beth Mayberry
September 20, 2005
Pat, you have our deepest condolences. We were so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in our prayers.
We never met your husband in person, but from knowing you, we knew that he must be a very special person. We extend our sincere sympathy.
Gilbert McCoy
September 20, 2005
I began working with Jim back in 1974 and kept in touch with him since then. Jim taught you to not compromise on quality and never comprimise. We will all miss him. Great mentor, friend and counsel.
maria campos
September 20, 2005
Thank you for your wonderful invention. It truly is a delight. Godspeed.
Jim Clarke
September 20, 2005
I grew up on Mr. Gatti's, with great memories of the store on Congress at Oltorf and the two-story "palace" on Riverside Drive. Thanks for the memories, Mr. Eure, and RIP. It will always be "the best pizza in town"
karina montgomery
September 20, 2005
Gattis was my favorite place to meet friends, celebrate closing nights of shows or successful fundraising car washes, or just watch cartoons while eating delicious, unique pizza. Every time I go home now I get Mr Gattis delivered - it's the stuff my bones are made of. My sincere condolences and my fond memories,
Karina
wayne karwoski
September 20, 2005
Oak Hill, half timbered at the Y. Del Valle breaks at the commissary. Thanks
Joe Adams
September 20, 2005
Fondness can hardly describe the legacy of memories Mr. Gatti's has provided over the years. The first time I was in a Gatti's was the one in College Station in the mid-70s, where they showed old Mae West, W.C. Fields, and Marx Brothers movies. My mom was in grad school and we lived across the street. Going there was the big treat of the week. When one opened on Main Street in my hometown of Brenham, we thought we had finally arrived. I had many high school dates at Gatti's in Brenham and College Station. We finished every sporting event with a trip to Gatti's to celebrate our victories and forget our losses.
My son and I have had a great fun at the Gattitown at the Y near Oak Hill. There are just too many good memories of Mr. Gatti's to recount. Being in a Gatti's is like sharing time with an old friend.
I'm glad to know who was behind it all and sad to know that he's passed. He made a difference.
Claudette & Peter Neuman
September 20, 2005
Our deepest condolences on the loss of your flame.
Glenn Withrow
September 20, 2005
Mrs Eure and {little}Jim
He bought paint and supplies from me for many years at SWP. He was a great friend, and Jim was my best buddy. You and family are in our prayers..Mr & Mrs Glenn Withrow
Randall Terrell
September 20, 2005
I grew up in Stephenville a long time ago, and when The Pizza Place opened it was as if the modern world had intruded on our sleepy little town. It was the first "restaurant" to open in town, it had "foreign" food, the pizza was great and they delivered! We were instantly addicted. The Colonel, himself, would frequently deliver our pizza and he'd stay for awhile and chat. No wonder he thought it was so much work. I know he sold the place soon after he opened it, but The Pizza Place still exists in Stephenville, (though it moved) and my family still patronizes the Colonel's creation.
Condolence's to the Colonel's family, but his legacy lives on. We thank him for his wonderful creation.
Diana Saunders
September 20, 2005
My family spent many wonderful times at the first Pizza Place when Mr. Eure worked there and were happy to see it evolve into the successful Mr. Gatti's chain. I do remember that he was serious about making "the best pizza". My sympathy and best wishes to his family.
Marvin Long
September 20, 2005
I grew up on Mr. Gatti's pizza and worked a year at UT Campus/MLK location. A very busy store, the work could sometimes be grueling (I'm sure it still is), especially when multiple busloads of UIL students decided to stop in at the same time without warning. I remember that on one of those occasions, the corporate upper management also arrived without warning and started to pitch in, making pies along with the cooks. I never met Mr. Eure, but I'll think of him when I have a Gatti's Sampler tonight.
Greg
September 20, 2005
I am saddened to hear of your loss. Some of my favorite memories (old and new!) are of Mr. Gatti's pizza. Thank you for a legacy that made possible years of happy times. I pray God's presence will be with you in your loss.
Nell & David McMillin
September 20, 2005
We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers and sympathies are with you Pat and your family as you go forward through this difficult time. We love you dearly!
Herschel Smith
September 20, 2005
I sold Jim his first radio commercial on Kvet-Kase, 1969.
Matthew Taylor
September 20, 2005
Wow, sad to hear. Condolences to his family and friends. Some of my earliest memories are of a eating a smiley face pizza (do they make those anymore?).
I never knew you Jim, but thanks. Honestly.
Barbara Farmer
September 20, 2005
Good bye, papa. I loved you.
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