Following Grandson's Death, Carson's Corner Reopens For Business

SHOREWOOD, IL —More than 300 people responded on Facebook to Tuesday's news that the Carson's Corner Pizzeria in Shorewood off Route 59 has reopened for business following the death of a family member.

Last weekend, Carson's Corner announced on Facebook that it had closed indefinitely. A sign on the restaurant's door informed people that Carson's was closed because of a family member's passing.

In Tuesday's announcement that Carson's was back open again, representatives of the small family owned restaurant informed their Facebook followers that "A couple of days ago we lost our Carson. Our grandson, nephew, cousin & SON. We ARE Carson’s corner.

"We wanted to show him when he came looking for us when he was older WE WOULD ALWAYS BE IN HIS CORNER, through a bitter situation and everything else after."

The restaurant asked everyone to be "patient with us while we work through this unfathomable situation."

At least 100 people offered comments on the Shorewood restaurant's Facebook page following Tuesday's news that Carson's Corner is back in business.

Here's a sampling of the comments:

• "So sorry Mike, Maria & family. There are no words. Maria, when you're ready, we are here."
• "Sending up prayers for your family in your time of sadness and grief!"
• "We love you both! I’m so sorry for your loss! Glad you’re opening back up. If you need help in the restaurant, or anything else, just call me!"
• "I’m sorry for this tremendous loss to your family. Prayers for your peace, comfort and strength moving through the loss of Carson."
• "Total heartbreaking news!! I’m truly sorry for your loss. He always knew you were in his corner. My sincere condolences to all!!"