The last of Avena’s original founding members, John Tighe, retired, and Nick Crossley, a descendant of the original Crossley’s, fully took the helm. Although the company contracted in size, demand continued for its sought-after products.
*Picture – these are the founding members from left to right. Peter Gully – Deceased | Peter Lassey – Deceased | Michael Oates – Deceased | Bob Darragh – Deceased | Clarence Hudson – Deceased | Ray Tighe | (Behind) Frank Suddick – Deceased