Market Supply Company
Founded in 1958 by John Schnell and his brother Phil. The company business specializes in meat processors' and butchers' equipment and supplies. When John Schnell died in June 1970, his wife Esther Schnell (née Deines) took over John's half of the business with her son, Donald. In 1971, Esther and Donald became co-owners of Market Supply Co. Esther retired from the company in 1991 at the age of 78. John and Esther's grandchildren still own and successfully operate the company today (February 2018). This business is located at 139 SE Taylor in Portland.
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Last updated February 21, 2018.