Iconic Naugatuck Neighborhood Grocery Store Closes After 38 Years

NAUGATUCK, CT — After nearly four decades of being in business Cindy Herb, 68, and Carl “Herbie” Herb, 72, closed Cindy’s Grocery located at 18 May St. this week, the Republican-American reports.

Customers came into the store to wish the couple well in retirement and share stories. Patrons said what made Cindy's Grocery different is that it felt like visiting a family as the couple always had lots of time for their customers.

The couple told the Rep-Am that they felt now was the right time to retire and that they have no plans to travel. They just want to enjoy their home, watch their grandchildren play sports, and have time to attend church together.

On Cindy's Grocery Facebook page, the couple wrote, "Cindy’s will close its doors on New Years Eve at 5:00pm for the last time. After 38 years retirement calls. Cindy and Herbie look forward to spending more time with family, their church and being more involved in the community."

Former Naugatuck Patch Editor Paul Singley commented on the couple's Facebook page saying, "Best of luck! So many childhood memories of riding our bikes to get Slush Puppies and candy."

The couple has not thought about what they will do with the building, which they own.

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