Bakery Closes After 71 Years Of Operation In Arlington Heights

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL — For the past seven decades, the Arlington Heights Cake Box Bakery has been feeding local residents and beyond with delicious baked goods. Sadly, Sunday was the last day of operation for the family-owned business.

In a social media post, current owners Paul and Karen Gardner announced the bakery will be permanently closing after 71 years. The third generation bakery was opened in 1949 by Walter and Wilma Aronson, Karen's grandparents.

"We are looking forward to the next chapter in our lives, but we will always cherish the memories we have made with each of you over the years," the social media post reads. "We have been blessed to have had excellent employees and incredible customers. We will be assisting our staff through this transition and hope you will continue to support small businesses. Please accept our deepest thanks for your service and loyalty."