Oliver’s Supermarket is now LaBonne’s Market!

Press Release

LaBonne’s Markets is excited to announce that we have acquired Oliver’s Supermarket in Prospect, CT on December 13th, 2019. This opportunity would not have been possible without the support of our long-time wholesaler, Bozzutos, Inc. Michael Bozzuto, Chairman, and George Motel, Executive Vice President, of Bozzuto’s, connected us with Oliver’s in addition to providing support and guidance along the way.

Oliver’s has long been known for customer service, high-quality foods, and fair prices. We will be keeping the business name, pricing, service and store layout as-is while we get to know the employees, customers, and community. Our goal is to learn as much as we can from the Oliver’s team while providing them the resources they need to grow as we combine our strengths.

The LaBonne family has been in the food business for over 120 years. George LaBonne Sr. delivered meat from his horse and buggy around the turn of the last century. Hy LaBonne and Bob LaBonne Sr. founded the current corporation in 1962 when they took a risk to start a small meat market of their own on Main Street in Watertown. Over the years the business has grown to 3 full-size supermarkets in Watertown, Woodbury, and Salisbury CT. The acquisition of Olivers brings us to 4 stores and over 400 active employees. LaBonne’s is known for top tier customer service, high-quality fresh foods, fair prices, and community support which makes Olivers a perfect match.

LaBonne’s is currently owned by Bob LaBonne Jr who, after working for the company since he was 8 years old, purchased the business from his parents, Bob & Dee LaBonne Sr in 2011. Bob Jr serves as President and CEO, running between all the locations and leading the management team. Rob LaBonne III is the Vice President and COO, focusing on Marketing, IT, and back-office operations.

We would like to thank our immediate family and extended family of friends, associates, and customers. Without your love and support, none of this would be possible.

Wishing you a Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, and great health and we look forward to seeing you in Prospect.

Bob & Rob LaBonne