The Bigelow family, of Bigelow Tea, shared the news of second-generation Co-Chairman David C. Bigelow’s peaceful passing on Tuesday, June 27, 2023.
A tea industry leader and icon, Bigelow led the company with the highest level of integrity and an unwavering spirit of determination.
Examples of his accomplishments include launching specialty teas to the mass market through grocery channels, which not only helped pave the way for the future of tea in the United States but placed Bigelow Tea as a market leader.
Another notable milestone in his brilliant career was the development of the foil pouch for each individual tea bag, which today has become an accepted industry gold standard for protecting tea’s freshness and flavor.
Cindi Bigelow, third generation president and CEO at Bigelow Tea, said, “My father was my mentor for my entire life both personally and professionally. He never wavered from the traits I admired the most. He was a humble, grateful and a kind man. He leaves a big hole for my family, our extended family at Bigelow Tea and far beyond, but we will continue forward with the lessons he taught us all… think about others before self.”
The family kindly requests any donations in his honor be made to the David and Eunice Bigelow Foundation. Donations can be made via Paypal via this link or directly at PayPal.me/BigelowFoundation. All contributions will continue Bigelow’s spirit of generosity and make a positive difference in the lives of those in need, just as he did throughout his remarkable journey, according to the company.
Based in Fairfield, Conn. and 100-percent family owned, the Bigelow Tea Company helped to pioneer the specialty tea category 80 years ago with its flagship tea Constant Comment, an iconic black tea known for its unique, memorable blend of orange rind and sweet spice that changed the way Americans were drinking tea.
To learn more about the Bigelow story and family, visit BigelowTea.com.
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