Meet the Team
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Laura-Lee Hughes
FOUNDER/CO-OWNER
Vintage 61 Storehouse is the brainchild of Laura-Lee and she is its heartbeat. Her vision and perseverance have been fundamental in the success of the shop. A savvy businesswoman with grit, she puts it all out there, taste and talent! Laura’s appreciation of the little things is what drives this machine forward.
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Yvonne Herring
FOUNDER/CO-OWNER
Yvonne is the ever-present, friendly face behind the counter. She is always tidying up and keeping the ladies in line. Don’t be surprised if she helps you load that heavy dresser into your pick-up truck without breaking a sweat or disturbing a curl.
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Isabella Hughes
CUSTOMER SERVICE
The newest member of our team, Isabella is learning the family business. Fourteen young and super-sweet, she exhibits the same fortitude and eagerness as her mom and Nanna! We all love watching this young person flourish!
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Kathryn Decher
DESIGN DIRECTOR
Kathy or ”DECHER” comes to us with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Communication Design and a former career as an art director. She is incredibly talented at putting a room together and we are so grateful to have her on staff as our store designer, social media photographer, website blogger and customer decorating consultant.
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Donna Derfler
VINTAGE SPECIALIST
Donna has over 20 years in the auction and vintage business. She knows exactly what that thingamajiggy is and how to price it. When she isn’t sorting through our warehouse finds, you can find her painting furniture with the care of a true craftsman.
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Christina Filiash
SALES AND OPERATIONS
Christina says she can’t juggle knives, but her multi-tasking abilities are unparalleled. In addition to a Bachelor’s Degree from Kutztown University, she spent twelve years in county government and an impressive 22 years in the restaurant business. Cool, calm and collected, Christina can unbox and inventory a shipment, ring up your purchase and remember your name to boot.
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Kyra Filiash
PAINT SPECIALIST
Kyra is a bright young woman who has learned the value of hard work at a very young age. Her positive attitude and helpful spirit will only pave the path to her dreams. You can find her in the paint room on most days, taking care not to leave drips or brushstrokes on our customers future furnishings.