With profound sadness and heavy hearts, the Perdomo family announces the passing of Sarah Gonzalez, a cherished leader, mentor, and friend who dedicated more than 32 years of her life to the company.<\/p>\n
From the earliest days of production in Nicaragua, Sarah was more than an exceptional factory manager\u2014she was a guiding light. Her dedication, warmth, and unwavering commitment helped shape the very heart and soul of our operations. She treated every team member like family and led with grace, humility, and strength.<\/p>\n
\u201cSarah wasn\u2019t just an essential part of the company; she was family,\u201d said Nick Perdomo Jr., President and CEO of Perdomo Cigars. \u201cI loved her like a second mother. Whether it was making sure I had a hot meal after a long day at the factory or showing genuine concern for me and my family, she was always there. She knew our children from the time they were babies and stood with us through every milestone. Her love for people and the craft of premium cigar making was unmatched, and our quality has consistently been the envy of the industry. I must thank her and my father for that.\u201d<\/p>\n
Before joining Perdomo Cigars, Sarah spent decades as a master roller at the famed H. Upmann factory in Havana, Cuba, where her craftsmanship earned her wide respect. Her reputation for exceptional craftsmanship was unmatched. \u201cShe loved Nicaragua, its people, and especially the rich tobaccos grown here. It was her passion,\u201d said Nelson Cuba, Operations Manager. \u201cUnder her leadership, our factory culture became\u2014and remains\u2014the very best. She always said our customers deserve nothing less. I will miss her dearly.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cSarah was like a second mother to me,\u201d added Janine Perdomo, COO. \u201cHer warmth, loyalty, and especially her big heart defined her. She truly loved our people and treated everyone like family. Her kindness touched every corner of Perdomo Cigars, and we will always carry her memory with us.\u201d<\/p>\n
Arthur Kemper, Vice President of Perdomo Cigars, reflected, \u201cSarah was truly special\u2014loving, strong, and deeply caring. Her wisdom guided us through decades of growth, and her presence will be missed every single day.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cSarah was like a grandmother to my sister Natalie and me, and we loved her dearly,\u201d shared Nicholas Perdomo III, National Director of Sales. \u201cI can say without hesitation that no one in the world ran premium cigar production the way she did. She was the greatest cigar roller of her time. I am profoundly grateful not only to have been trained by her, but also to have known her and to have been loved by her. I will carry her lessons with me always and strive to honor her legacy and make her proud.\u201d<\/p>\n
To honor Sarah\u2019s extraordinary legacy, a memorial gathering will be held at the Perdomo Cigar Factory in Nicaragua. Sarah Gonzalez will be remembered not only as a master roller and factory manager, but as the pillar of our company\u2014a second mother, grandmother, and the embodiment of love, loyalty, and dedication.<\/p>\n
\u201cMay she rest in peace, as she will forever remain in our hearts,\u201d love, Nick Perdomo.<\/p>\n