‘You will be deeply missed’: Faithful pay tribute as Boundary Bay brewery closes
Boundary Bay Brewery & Bistro has been a Bellingham staple for 30 years, crafting homebrewed beer, hosting live music, and serving a variety of comfort foods and delicious dishes.
The popular brewery closed permanently Sept. 30 after serving as a community hub for 30 years.
The brewery has an impressive following of 26,000 users on Facebook, and received more than 700 likes and 60 comments on its final post, including thankful remarks to the brewery’s owners, Ed Bennett and Janet Lightner.
“Dearest Janet and Ed: You always made luscious beer and food, but it was never about the beer. Beer was the hub. As it turned, our community spun out. Generations grew and radiated out across the land. Really, a sense of place and the value of knowing each other was nurtured. A burning, subtle passion for all of us raised the next generation of people who care about one another. Here’s to you,” one Facebook user wrote.
“An incredible montage and tribute! Boundary Bay blessed us all in thousands of ways, our Bellingham identity linked intrinsically with it. Thank you for everything, Janet and Ed and you’re tireless efforts to bring love and connection to our Hamlet,” another user wrote.
One visitor even flew in to try the brewery before it closed.
“While I was only able to go once (I don’t live close by) but a friend was a regular visitor and told me about it and the closing. ... So I flew up there for the celebration and could just see how much this place means and how much it’ll be missed. Only wish we had something like this near us. All the best on your retirement.”
“Thank you for all the wonderful times and fun memories Boundary Bay Brewery much appreciated for all you did for our community in the 30 years wishing you and your employees the best you will be deeply missed thank you again for all you did and the many memories.,” another Facebook user wrote.
Boundary Bay Brewery was located at 1107 Railroad Ave. in downtown Bellingham.
