M.T. Dearing has rich tradition

Progress 2002 - Decade in Review - Part 3 of 5. Mason Thomas Dearing started the business in 1952 ... George Dearing and Wendell Elkin bought the business ... Gerard (Jerry) Elkin, president and his brother, Stephen (Steve), who serves as the vice president today. Photograph on page 11 of Helen Dearing Elkin, who is still actively involved in the store. Two of Mason's great-grandsons also have joined the family business ... Jerry's son Jason now heads the commercial division; Steve's son Stephen Jr. works with area contractors and builders