WEAVERVILLE, NC – On May 2, 2023 the tanning industry lost a faithful champion and dear friend, Bill Ledford. Known for his kind smile and constant encouragement, Bill spent his life in the service of others. A Korean War veteran, he was 87 years old.
After retiring from 29 years supervising a grocery meat department, Bill started in the tanning business in 1984 with a video store that also had two sunbeds. With his late wife Nell by his side, the “mom & pop” business continued to grow and expand. He co-owned and operated Le Tan Le Bronze Tanning Salon in Weaverville, NC with daughter Teresa Ledford-Burnette and considered the salon one of the highlights of his “retired” life.
Over his four decades in the tanning business, Bill made many cherished friends and memories during his years bringing sunshine and smiles to hundreds of happy tanners. Bill and Teresa were a dynamic duo and always embraced strong relationships in their business. Together, they brought candid and consistent encouragement to their many customers and business partners, including JK Products & Services.
The entire JK team wishes to thank you, Bill for your example, for living your values and for always bringing the sunshine with you. Your positive impact will live on and so will your light.
Always Shining, From your many friends at JK Products & Services
