Our History
IN THE BEGINNING
Wally was ready to settle down in one place. Ron was ready for a challenge. And both were entrepreneurs at heart. They decided to pool their knowledge and resources and start a jewelry store of their own, and so the Walters & Hogsett dream was born.
But it took more than a dream to make the business a success. The two men worked furiously. They put in long hours and plenty of hard work. And they didn’t do it alone.
Gail, Ron’s wife at the time, turned out to be an integral player in the success of Walters & Hogsett. Her creative flair was perfect for jewelry drawer design and window creation. And Wally’s wife, BJ, had a talent for mathematics and bookkeeping. The Walters & Hogsett dream team was complete.
THE NEXT CHAPTER
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Emily
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Mark
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Lanie
NEW GENERATION
When Wally and BJ retired in 2013, the ownership of the store was transferred to Wally’s nephew Mark Vieregg, and Don Janson. In 2021, Lanie Downing and Emily Lantaff acquired ownership and joined the team of leaders.
In our latest 2023 renovation, we've expanded our jewelers' shop to accommodate three artisans, added a dedicated watch collection, and created an ambient environment where you can relax and shop for something special.
