Gowell’s Store, Inc., Litchfield
Rick Gowell’s belief that collaborating with other independent grocers leads to stronger businesses sparked the formation of the Independent Retailers Shared Services Cooperative. Throughout his high school years, when he wasn’t playing the drums, Rick enjoyed working in the family grocery store that was started by his dad and granddad in 1976. Later on when his dad needed help with operations and management it was only natural for Rick to lend a hand. In 2006 he and his wife Bobbi decided to purchase the store. Today, Gowell’s Store offers customers a convenient shopping experience with a full range of grocery products and fuel service. Plans for a new, larger grocery store are beginning to take shape. A volunteer firefighter and EMT since 1996, Rick takes community involvement and local support seriously. Off duty Rick and Bobbi enjoy spending time with their new grandchild. firefighter and EMT since 1996, Rick takes community involvement and local support seriously. Off duty Rick and Bobbi enjoy spending time with their new grandchild.
