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Jeffcoats Family Market Celebrates 5 Years Serving Quitman County

Shown above, James Jeffcoat, Owner, Marion Stanford, Deli Manager, Debbie Hearn, Store Manager, Jarodo McGee, Produce Manager and Richard Swerengin, Meat Market Manager.

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In March, 2021, James and Doris Jeffcoat opened for service and promised Quitman County a first class grocery store. The grocery store property had been vacant for several years plunging the entire county into what has been called a food desert. This inability to purchase food was reversed when the freshly retooled and remodeled store was opened.

James Jeffcoat said, “We have accomplished that goal with a dedicated staff ready to serve you. Our Store Manager, Debbie Hearn is always ready to go above and beyond to take care of customers.”

“We are lucky to have Richard Swearingin as our meat market manager. He is able to handle any cut of meat Richard‘s market crew is very knowledgeable and happy to assist customers.”

Jeffcoat continued, “Our Deli Manager, Marion Stanford is an excellent cook and has three loyal staff members that make our deli special. We have delicious food at the right price. We strive to provide good customer service, which means you are important to us.”

“Just ask Jarodo in the grocery department, Kristen in the meat market or Jarodo in produce or any other staff member. They are all eager to help.’

Store Manager Debbie Hearn express thanks for the team members who are dedicated to serving customers

In summing up, Jeffcoat said, “We know that a building is just a building. It’s the employees that make it special. We know there are bigger stores in Clarksdale and in Batesville, Those store closed during the ice storm which crippled this region two months ago. We did not close. We look forward to seeing you and serving you and appreciate your continued support.”

During the ice storm, Jeffcoats Family Market did in fact suffer significant roof damage as a collapse occur on about half of the structure. Not to be stopped, James’ staff moved merchandise to the part of the store which received no damage and continued grocery service, never closing the store.

Debbie said, “Several of the team members who lived in town walked to work in the freezing cold to be here on time, while others had someone they trusted to bring them. They made a real effort when it would have been so easy to say – I can’t get there.”

The repairs were completed in an amazing 5 weeks and now the store is back in service, 100% better than ever.
Store Manager Hearn, “We believe family comes first. We are always looking for individuals that are friendly and instilled with good moral & work ethics to join our team.