04/28/2026
As I depart from Lakefield Restaurant after an amazing seven years, I want to thank Kevin for the incredible ride.
Most of all, I want to thank my staff — my amazing team and truly amazing people. Many of you were just 15 or 16 years old when I hired you, and you are still with me today. Watching you grow has been one of the greatest parts of this journey.
As I leave, you gave me not one, but two unforgettable surprises — Saturday night’s goodbye, and then last evening with staff, friends, and my family all joining in. I was totally shocked. It was a complete setup… and don’t worry, I’ll get you back.
Thank you for the memories that will stay with me forever.
And in closing, none of this happens without our great customers. So many of you became daily and weekly friends along the way. Your support and patronage have meant more than you know and helped make Lakefield Restaurant the success it is today.
Let’s see what the next chapter brings.
Wayne