LeAnne Jakubeit, a prominent Penticton businesswoman and wife of former Penticton mayor Andrew Jakubeit, has died after a battle with cancer.
Jakubeit was the founder and owner of the iconic Penticton record and music store The Grooveyard. Her death was announced on The GrooveyardÏã½¶ÊÓÆµÖ±²¥™s social media Saturday (Nov. 21).
The store did not open Sunday to honour Jakubeit and allow staff time to grieve.
The store has been a Penticton staple for 30 years.
Jakubeit managed the store since its opening, forming many connections with local merchants and customers while supporting the local music and entertainment scene.
jesse.day@pentictonwesternnews.com
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