James R Smith Trucking

WHY CLOSE INSTEAD OF SELL?
When the Smith Family decided it was time to retire and embrace the next chapter of their lives, they faced a more difficult decision than they anticipated: whether to sell or close the business. Selling could potentially bring greater financial gain and allow their father’s legacy to continue in a visible way. Yet, it also meant entrusting their father’s hard-earned reputation to someone outside the family.

After much reflection, James R’s three children realized they could not bring themselves to hand the reins to anyone beyond their family. Passing the business to the next generation seemed logical, but each grandchild has their own passions and goals—ranging from nursing and machinist work to marine biology. While the grandchildren were willing to make sacrifices, the siblings wanted their children to pursue their own dreams without obligation.

With that understanding, James R’s children made the heartfelt decision to close the business, sell the equipment and terminal, and bring to a close 70 years of dedication and hard work. They extend their deepest gratitude to every person who has touched their lives along the way.

We’d like to invite all of our truck drivers to join us tomorrow, Friday, November 21st, for a Thanksgiving Lunch here at the office.

This is our way of saying thank you for everything you do. We appreciate your hard work, dedication, and the long hours you spend keeping things moving.

Location: Office
Time: 11:30