Updike Funeral Home
Since 1864, Updike Funeral Home has been providing compassionate, caring service
to the families of Bedford and the surrounding areas. In today
’s corporate world, we are one of the few exceptions by still being family owned,
enabling us to better serve the community in which we, the employees and
families of Updike Funeral Home, live and work.
We have two locations and we serve– sometimes - the fourth or fifth generation of the great people of Bedford. As
active participants of the Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce, we look forward to
watching Bedford continue to grow and prosper. We believe the Chamber offers an
opportunity not only to build business relationships, but make friends.
Respectfully,
Tim Murphy
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Arthur’s Jewelry
Our business began in 1894, in a little shop on East Main Street. The shop was
owned by J. A. Heuser and was later purchased by Penn Ayers and was called Ayer
’s Jewelry. Then in 1928, Luther Arthur came to Bedford and bought the business
from Mr. Ayers. A few years later, he acquired his own shop on East Main and
called it
“Arthur’s Jewelry”. Later, Melvin and Margaret Dickler purchased the business. In 1992, there was
another change in ownership, as my wife and I purchased the business. Recently,
we opened a second store located in Wyndhurst in Lynchburg.
At Arthur’s, we have seen the benefits of the Chamber over many years and we believe that
it is a vital part of the community.
Respectfully,
Jim Messier
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Peoples Furniture
I am kind of the new kid on the block. I have been in the furniture business
since I was 20 years old, and with Peoples for nine years. We opened in 1934,
with a promise to offer superior home furnishings and the absolute best
customer service to the Bedford community. And for almost 73 years, Mike
Reynolds has guided this idea with a friendly smile, a handshake, and an
occasional hug. Even today, Mike greets his long time friends, as well as the
new patrons that visit Peoples Furniture with that same smile and handshake.
Though at 94 years of age, it may take him a second or two longer than it once
did.
Located at 118 N. Bridge St. for all 73 years, Peoples Furniture is a Charter
Member of the Bedford Area Chamber of Commerce, and Mr. Reynolds is a past
President of the Chamber.
There could not be a better community or a more supportive Chamber to be a part
of, as we look forward to the next 73 years of smiles and handshakes, as well
as an occasional hug
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Respectfully,
Bill May
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Murray & Bolling Chevrolet
Murray & Bolling Chevrolet has been around for 60 years, making us the oldest dealership
in the Bedford Area. A success like this comes from doing things right and
keeping customers happy. Over the years, as chamber members we have seen
Bedford grow and change. We are proud of our being a
“Founding Father” and very appreciative of our many loyal customers.
Respectfully,
Richard Bolling
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