Haltom’s Jewelers to Close After 130 Years
The Texas-based jeweler is closing all three locations.

The Texas-based jewelry retailer is closing all three locations, including the two in Fort Worth and the one in Grapevine.
Owners Jack and Ladye Ann Miller will not be retiring, however. The couple plans to continue their charitable work within the Fort Worth, Texas, community.
The jeweler was founded in 1893 by G.W. Haltom, who began his career in jewelry as a railroad-regulating watchmaker.
The company has been family-owned since its inception, first by the Haltom family and then by the current owners, who have run the business since 1983.
“Jack’s vision for success, Ladye Ann’s commitment to customer service, and the daily dedication of the Haltom’s team have defined the last 41 years of Haltom’s Jewelers’ legacy,” said the jeweler in a statement on its website.
The owners shared their joy in being a part of customers’ special moments across generations.
“Between us, Jack and I have 108 years of retail experience, and we have loved every minute,” said Ladye Ann Miller.
“We have always worked hard for our family, our employees and their families, and our customers. While we are closing the stores and ending this chapter, we will remain a part of this community that is so important to us.”
The jeweler did not share a reason for its closure.
John Clingman, a manager and 33-year employee, shared his thoughts about his time with Haltom’s in an Instagram reel, highlighting the opportunities it provided him to to give back to his community and help couples commemorate a special moment.
Many of Haltom’s customers are second- and third-generation customers who have shopped with the jeweler for years, he said.
“Over the years that I’ve worked here, a lot of customers have become very good friends, and I want to thank them for the years of business that they've given Haltom’s,” said Clingman.
“And [I want to] thank Jack and Ladye Ann, the owners, for giving us this opportunity and the beautiful jewelry to sell and being such great employers to work for. You couldn’t ask for anything better. It’s been a wonderful experience.”
Will House, an employee for more than 8 years, also shared his thoughts in a similar Instagram video.
“I’ve been working with Jack and Ladye for quite some time. It’s a family-oriented culture here, and everyone that I work with has always been very team-oriented. You don’t feel like you're working, you feel like you're part of a family. I’ve been very blessed to work here,” said House.
Jack and Ladye Ann, who are both Fort Worth natives, plan to remain active members of the community, continuing their charitable work through their private offices with Miller Investments, a Texas-based investment management firm.
The jeweler has contributed to fine arts in Fort Worth and local organizations supporting women and children, including The Cliburn, Susan G. Komen, the Tarrant Area Food Bank, Healing Wings AIDS Foundation, and Saving Hope Animal Rescue.
The company announced the closing in November. The store is set to close Jan. 11, with a going-out-of-business sale happening now.
“We’re opening the vaults and offering unique pieces that even our loyal customers have never seen. Everything must be sold quickly, so we are putting forth our best discounts,” said Jack Miller.
“We are eager to celebrate Haltom’s legacy and blow people away with this final sale.”
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