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🌸 The Faces of Gillespie Florists: Meet Duane Martin 🌸

If you’ve ever admired one of our show-stopping floral displays or designer’s choice arrangements, there’s a good chance Duane Martin had a hand in creating it. A member of the Gillespie Florists family since 2006, Duane brings both creativity and craftsmanship to everything he touches — and always with a dash of humor that keeps the shop smiling.

✨ Favorite flower: Snapdragon
💐 Favorite designs: Set designs and high-style, designer’s choice arrangements
🎄 Favorite holiday to design for: Christmas
🚤 Outside the shop: You’ll often find Duane out on his pontoon, enjoying the water, or adding to his ever-growing collection of Christmas treasures.

Duane’s love for floral design began long before joining Gillespie. His journey started through 4-H, where he discovered the joy of arranging blooms and expressing himself through color and texture. By just 15 years old, Duane was running his own floral business — proof that passion and talent have always been at the heart of his work.

One of Duane’s most cherished moments at Gillespie came when he was given the honor of designing the flowers for his son’s wedding. It was a deeply meaningful experience — blending his artistry with family, and creating something beautiful that would be remembered for a lifetime.

Over the years, Duane’s dedication, experience, and creative eye have made him an invaluable part of our team. His attention to detail, love for design, and easygoing nature shine through in every arrangement he creates.

We’re so grateful for everything Duane brings to the Gillespie Florists family — from his stunning floral artistry to the laughter and light he shares with everyone around him. 🌷

At Gillespie Florists, we’re proud to have such talented and passionate designers like Duane bringing your floral visions to life every day. Stay tuned for more stories and introductions in our Faces of Gillespie Florists series — where we shine a little light on the amazing people who make our family shop bloom! 🌼

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The Faces of Gillespie Florists: Meet Tyler Dye

We’re excited to introduce you to one of the people who helps keep Gillespie Florists blooming — Tyler Dye, our Treasurer and proud 5th-generation family member working in the shop!

Tyler has practically grown up here. He started helping out when he was just 10 years old, and over the past decade, he’s done a little bit of everything — from office work and maintenance projects to customer service and flower deliveries. If there’s a job to be done, chances are Tyler has had a hand in it!

🌸 Favorite Flower: Gerbera Daisies
🌸 Favorite Designs: Wedding setups + funeral tributes
🌸 Hobbies: Fishing, gardening, cruising, working on his truck, and caring for his tropical fish
🌸 Favorite Memory: Installing lights in the shop with his grandpa — a moment he’ll never forget
🌸 Favorite Holiday to Work: Valentine’s Day (he loves the exciting, whirlwind energy!)
🌸 Favorite Arrangement on Our Website: Pickup truck arrangements — fun, unique, and always a customer favorite (link in comments!)

When we asked Tyler what he enjoys most about working here, he said:
“I really enjoy working alongside everyone – we have a really special staff group. I love what I do and the opportunity to provide flowers during both joyful and difficult times. I’m proud to be working alongside my mom as a 5th generation owner!”

We couldn’t be happier to have Tyler’s passion, hard work, and heart as part of our Gillespie Florists family. Next time you stop in or order an arrangement, you’ll know a little more about one of the friendly faces making it all happen.

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