1/16/2012 9:16 AM ET
(RTTNews) - Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Inc. (CBRL: News ) Monday noted the death of founder and chairman emeritus Dan Evins on January 14. Evins, who was 76, had been Chairman of the company's Board until his retirement in 2004. Executive Chairman Michael Woodhouse said "Danny was the keeper of this special brand for so many, many years, and he left us with a strong culture that values quality and honesty. He will be missed deeply."
President & CEO Sandra Cochran added "Cracker Barrel has remained true to Danny's vision in many ways, including the insistence on quality products at a fair price, and on genuine Southern hospitality. How Danny thought about his guests and his business from the beginning is captured in 'Pleasing People,' our mission statement. We will continue to protect the concept and honor Danny's legacy by staying true to the brand and to the principles that were there at the beginning."
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