Paul Trusiani (article, obituary) passed away Saturday at the age of 81. Trusiani founded Paul’s Food Center on Congress Street in 1975.
In his early years, Trusiani worked for Hannaford Brothers Co. as a buyer, retail counselor and head of procurement. He went on to work as vice president and general manager of Martin’s Foods before deciding to establish his own company, Paul’s Food Center. He operated the business with his former wife, Annamarie Ross Trusiani. The partners have 12 to 15 full and part-time employees.
Their son, Jim Trusiani, said the family has no plans to sell or close the business.
“The family’s intent is to continue to run the store the way Dad did,” his son said.
Update: For additional information see this article from the Portland Phoenix.