Back in the 1930s when economic times were tough, most kids were still scheming to cut class or line up a date for Friday night. Fred Maloof, in his mid-teens, was worried about hiring a reliable staff, doing the books and ordering enough ice cream. Charles Borromeo High School in Detroit who ran his own store at the age of 15! His father actually turned the family dairy bar over to him at this young age, giving flight to his illustrious retail career. Today, Maloof no longer owns the dairy bar, as jewelry has become his specialty. Clair Shores retail institution. Maloof's customers have always been loyal. "We have second, third and fourth generation customers. People come in and tell me their grandparents bought their wedding rings from me and now they want to do the same", exclaims Maloof. The store represents one of Michigan's largest and most respected selections of jewelry. People come from all over Michigan (and beyond) to take advantage of the superior selection. Maloof Jewelers has twice moved to larger quarters before settling 22 years ago in its current location at 28525 Harper in St. Clair Shores.
