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depend on their jeweller to complement that
occasion with a precious gift,” says Wayne
Wharram, President/Owner of Wharram’s
Jewellery (website: WharramsJewellery.com).
“Generations of families who have let us be a
part of their life moments continue to choose
Wharram’s Jewellery, not just because of our
expertise or our personalized, professional
customer service, but because history means
something to them and they rely on the
integrity of their jeweller.”
Jack Ohler in front of Colonial Cofee’s Pitt Street East Wharram runs the business, currently
location in January 1993. Photo courtesy of Colonial
Cofee Co. Ltd. located at 21 Talbot Street West in Leamington, with the highest possible quality products.
with his wife and Store Manager, Evelin. It’s a great accomplishment to make it to 60
So the business was forced to move their “Wharram’s Jewellery is presently located years, and even more fitting for these jewellery
entire operation to their present location at in a stately heritage building constructed in specialists is that the 60 anniversary is known
th
3110 Marentette Avenue. 1906 by the Union Bank of Canada,” explains as the diamond anniversary!
Ten years ago, in 2005, Ohler passed away. Wharram. “The secure historic ‘gem,’ with To celebrate this milestone, they held an
His wife and partner, Leah, took over the turn of the century architecture, symbolizes in-store open house in September featuring
business and now runs it with their daughters, the quality of the jewellery and service within.” SimonG, showcasing trend-setting styles of
Laurie and Lisa, and son-in-law, Greg. Numerous awards have been presented rings and jewellery, set with diamonds and
“We now have the grandchildren keeping to Wharram’s Jewellery recognizing both gemstones of superb quality that attendees
on with tradition as a family-run business,” the distinguished structure and their enjoyed browsing and admiring. Wharram
says Laurie. professionalism, says Wharram. adds that the business will continue with
And tradition is found in the coffee they His business offers what he calls a “full an “anniversary flair” for the whole year to
distribute and how they do so, with the service jewellery store,” with eight staff commemorate six decades in operation.
same standards of quality and customer care members, including gemologists, graduate
maintained for 50 years. jewellers, goldsmiths, engravers and sales
“Believing in the products that we are associates to care for his customers.
manufacturing and never lowering our
standards is who we are and what we do
daily,” says Laurie.
Colonial Coffee Co. Ltd. distributes to all
types of businesses, along with individuals.
They also have a retail store for personal
purchases and walk-in customers, selling
a variety of foodservice items besides
coffee, including teas, hot chocolates, coffee
flavouring syrups, soup bases, salad dressings,
breadsticks, and specialized gift baskets full Original Owners, Russel and his wife Gladys Wharram.
of great goodies. On September 18th and 19th Wharram’s Jewellery Photo courtesy of Wharram’s Jewellery.
Over the years, Laurie says keeping up with Ltd. of Leamington celebrated its 60th Anniversary. “It’s easy to be proud of our 60 th Anniversary
technology has been a struggle. But, with that As part of their festivities the business was presented at Wharram’s Jewellery,” says Wharram. “I am
being said, Internet exposure has been great with a congratulatory certiicate by Rick Nicholls, MPP honoured that our clientele over all these years
for the business, she believes. Chatham-Kent-Essex. The couple is pictured standing continues to see us as a trustworthy business
“Roasting for private label customers has in front of this framed document along with their display where they can be assured they will receive
of past photos and warm wishes from customers and
helped us as well,” says Laurie. “With our friends. Photo by Rod Denis. the best quality product, the best customer
ability to do small-batch roasting, it has service, and professionalism.”
allowed customers – both large and small His father, J. Russel Wharram, a certified
– access to fresh coffee on a daily basis if watchmaker, started the business with his wife “A Dedication To Last Throughout The Years”
needed. And with coffee becoming more Gladys in September 1955. So, while today’s economic climate may
important to people these days, it has been The business was passed down to Wharram not be the most favourable for entrepreneurs,
a pleasure to teach customers how to roast, and he continues to provide what his father it’s about staying resilient and remaining
grind and brew a proper cup of coffee.” established: “an unequalled, value-based dedicated to the job. Each has so much to
60 Years: Wharram’s Jewellery jewellery experience where all our clients’ celebrate in sticking it out through good and
jewellery requirements are met.”
bad times. These milestone markers are a true
Next up we have a county business that The shop carries many reputable brands, testament to their hard work and dedication
believes joyful and important life moments including SimonG, BCouture, t Flica,o the people of Windsor Essex.
are made even more memorable when Swarovski, Pandora, Movado BOLD, Bulova, Every business profiled in our cover story
accompanied with a gift of jewellery – Wittnauer and Fossil. is driven to succeed as are so many others in
something they’ve been proud to provide Wharram says at the core of his Biz X’s distribution area. Congratulations to
customers in the community for 60 years! professionalism is his desire to serve and help all companies celebrating a big birthday this
“Recognizing the significance of each others through the provision of superior client year and here’s to a long and successful future
occasion, the thoughtful giver will come to service and to enhance their life celebrations for us all!
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occasion with a precious gift,” says Wayne
Wharram, President/Owner of Wharram’s
Jewellery (website: WharramsJewellery.com).
“Generations of families who have let us be a
part of their life moments continue to choose
Wharram’s Jewellery, not just because of our
expertise or our personalized, professional
customer service, but because history means
something to them and they rely on the
integrity of their jeweller.”
Jack Ohler in front of Colonial Cofee’s Pitt Street East Wharram runs the business, currently
location in January 1993. Photo courtesy of Colonial
Cofee Co. Ltd. located at 21 Talbot Street West in Leamington, with the highest possible quality products.
with his wife and Store Manager, Evelin. It’s a great accomplishment to make it to 60
So the business was forced to move their “Wharram’s Jewellery is presently located years, and even more fitting for these jewellery
entire operation to their present location at in a stately heritage building constructed in specialists is that the 60 anniversary is known
th
3110 Marentette Avenue. 1906 by the Union Bank of Canada,” explains as the diamond anniversary!
Ten years ago, in 2005, Ohler passed away. Wharram. “The secure historic ‘gem,’ with To celebrate this milestone, they held an
His wife and partner, Leah, took over the turn of the century architecture, symbolizes in-store open house in September featuring
business and now runs it with their daughters, the quality of the jewellery and service within.” SimonG, showcasing trend-setting styles of
Laurie and Lisa, and son-in-law, Greg. Numerous awards have been presented rings and jewellery, set with diamonds and
“We now have the grandchildren keeping to Wharram’s Jewellery recognizing both gemstones of superb quality that attendees
on with tradition as a family-run business,” the distinguished structure and their enjoyed browsing and admiring. Wharram
says Laurie. professionalism, says Wharram. adds that the business will continue with
And tradition is found in the coffee they His business offers what he calls a “full an “anniversary flair” for the whole year to
distribute and how they do so, with the service jewellery store,” with eight staff commemorate six decades in operation.
same standards of quality and customer care members, including gemologists, graduate
maintained for 50 years. jewellers, goldsmiths, engravers and sales
“Believing in the products that we are associates to care for his customers.
manufacturing and never lowering our
standards is who we are and what we do
daily,” says Laurie.
Colonial Coffee Co. Ltd. distributes to all
types of businesses, along with individuals.
They also have a retail store for personal
purchases and walk-in customers, selling
a variety of foodservice items besides
coffee, including teas, hot chocolates, coffee
flavouring syrups, soup bases, salad dressings,
breadsticks, and specialized gift baskets full Original Owners, Russel and his wife Gladys Wharram.
of great goodies. On September 18th and 19th Wharram’s Jewellery Photo courtesy of Wharram’s Jewellery.
Over the years, Laurie says keeping up with Ltd. of Leamington celebrated its 60th Anniversary. “It’s easy to be proud of our 60 th Anniversary
technology has been a struggle. But, with that As part of their festivities the business was presented at Wharram’s Jewellery,” says Wharram. “I am
being said, Internet exposure has been great with a congratulatory certiicate by Rick Nicholls, MPP honoured that our clientele over all these years
for the business, she believes. Chatham-Kent-Essex. The couple is pictured standing continues to see us as a trustworthy business
“Roasting for private label customers has in front of this framed document along with their display where they can be assured they will receive
of past photos and warm wishes from customers and
helped us as well,” says Laurie. “With our friends. Photo by Rod Denis. the best quality product, the best customer
ability to do small-batch roasting, it has service, and professionalism.”
allowed customers – both large and small His father, J. Russel Wharram, a certified
– access to fresh coffee on a daily basis if watchmaker, started the business with his wife “A Dedication To Last Throughout The Years”
needed. And with coffee becoming more Gladys in September 1955. So, while today’s economic climate may
important to people these days, it has been The business was passed down to Wharram not be the most favourable for entrepreneurs,
a pleasure to teach customers how to roast, and he continues to provide what his father it’s about staying resilient and remaining
grind and brew a proper cup of coffee.” established: “an unequalled, value-based dedicated to the job. Each has so much to
60 Years: Wharram’s Jewellery jewellery experience where all our clients’ celebrate in sticking it out through good and
jewellery requirements are met.”
bad times. These milestone markers are a true
Next up we have a county business that The shop carries many reputable brands, testament to their hard work and dedication
believes joyful and important life moments including SimonG, BCouture, t Flica,o the people of Windsor Essex.
are made even more memorable when Swarovski, Pandora, Movado BOLD, Bulova, Every business profiled in our cover story
accompanied with a gift of jewellery – Wittnauer and Fossil. is driven to succeed as are so many others in
something they’ve been proud to provide Wharram says at the core of his Biz X’s distribution area. Congratulations to
customers in the community for 60 years! professionalism is his desire to serve and help all companies celebrating a big birthday this
“Recognizing the significance of each others through the provision of superior client year and here’s to a long and successful future
occasion, the thoughtful giver will come to service and to enhance their life celebrations for us all!
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