Rita Rye

Palle and Rita were pretty much winding down active participation when I began my best and last job at Brentwood Industries. Of course without their courage, vision and persistence in buying the old Brentwood and growing it, I could not make that statement. Another lasting impression is their generosity and loyalty in keeping nearly all of the workforce at Brentwood during the great recession of 08, including me. For the sake of brevity I´ll only mention what a meaningful experience my eight...

Few weeks ago, we learnt about Rita and Palle´s passing away and were left shocked and speechless.... In a reminiscing vein, I first met Rita and Palle in Nov. of 1989 and soon became a member of the "Brentwood Family" on Dec. 18th, 1989 - embarking on perhaps the most enriching phase of my 46 years of professional career - mainly thanks to Divine Grace coupled with Palle & Rita´s warm and openhearted support developing into my great and perennial admiration for them... Their remarkably...

Best wishes Peter and Leigh... Their story is heart felt and must leave with you a sense of pride for their contribution to your family I´ll look forward to your celebration on August 13 Angela and Dick Ehst

Thank you Palle and Rita for a wonderful rewarding career at Brentwood and for always treating me like family. We had many wonderful moments together in business successes and very fond memories sharing conversation and meals around the world. Everyone who met you, felt they could call you a friend as well as respected business partners. I am blessed to have met you both as a young 29 year old and that first meeting shaped my entire adult life. God Bless you both. Our condolences to the Rye...

Had known them for several years before we moved to Florida. Always admired the way in which they purchased this small operation from a large corporation and grew it exponentially. We would go to Stouch Tavern always a good time. We both grew our businesses using the same bank. A lovely couple for sure. Brad Scribner.

When I worked at Brentwood Industries, I got to know Palle Rye. He was a gentleman and entrepreneur. His legacy will live on.