St. Louis Custard King Ted Drewes Jr. Dies at 96
Ted Drewes Jr., the man behind the iconic St. Louis frozen custard business that bears his name, has died at 96.
Drewes followed in the footsteps of his father, Ted Drewes Sr., who opened his first frozen custard stand in 1931.
Ted Drewes Jr. took over the family business in 1959 and expanded it to include multiple locations throughout the St. Louis area.
Drewes was known for his commitment to quality and his dedication to his customers. He was also a generous supporter of local charities.
Drewes' death is a loss for the St. Louis community. He was a beloved figure who will be remembered for his delicious frozen custard and his kind heart.
Here are some of Drewes' accomplishments:
- Expanded the family business to include multiple locations throughout the St. Louis area.
- Was known for his commitment to quality and his dedication to his customers.
- Was a generous supporter of local charities.
Drewes' legacy will live on through his family and the many people who enjoyed his frozen custard.
He will be remembered as a kind and generous man who made a difference in the St. Louis community.
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