There are only two barbers that cut my hair during my time in Gillespie from '65 to '94: Harry and Stan.
Harry was first, and Stan wasn't around then. Harry had his shop on Macoupin St. right next to the pool hall. Now, that entire building is gone.
I don't know what happened to Harry (retirement, going out of business, death), but I guess sometime in the early '80s or late '70s I started going to Stan, who had recently opened his barber shop where it still is now.
Stan always did a fine job of cutting my hair. And being a young fellow chasing girls and always trying to look cool, I was pretty picky...
Read moreIf you like going to a barber shop and not one of the many fancy expensive hair salons, you should try Stans Barber Shop In Gillespie, IL. I grew up going to these old time barber shops and that’s where I enjoy getting my hair cut. Stan is a great guy and gives a great hair cut. I would highly recommend Stans for any...
Read moreGreat guy and a great hair cut. Stan does a great job of cutting my hair every time. He always cuts my hair just how I ask and the lines are always straight and clean. once his hands...
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