Canadian Optical Supply Announces Passing of Co-founder Judith Hochstadter

Tuesday, September 17 2024 | 16 h 20 min | News

A pillar of the Canadian optical industry, Judith Hochstadter, co-founder of Canadian Optical Supply (COS) together with her late husband, Fred, passed away Saturday, September 7, 2024.

Judith and Fred Hochstadter of Canadian Optical Supply

The COS family, now in its third generation, is proud of the legacy left by Mrs. Hochstadter and will strive to continue the family tradition of premium service and quality in an environment where each employee counts.

Madame, from the COS family, thank you for many good years together.

Amir Hochstadter.

in the name of Robert Hochstadter, management, reps and staff

Source: Canadian Optical Supply

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