Jacob Carter, co-founder of the well-known Howdy Bagel in Tacoma, Washington, met a tragic end during a vacation in New Orleans with his husband, Daniel Blagovich, on January 5. To support the shop in the wake of this loss, a GoFundMe page has been established to cover rent and employee wages, amassing over $59,000 in donations thus far. Described as a compassionate and benevolent individual, Carter was remembered on the page as “one of the brightest spots in the lives of everyone he loved,” with his passing leaving an immeasurable void in the community.
In response to this heartbreaking event, Howdy Bagel will be temporarily closed. The GoFundMe page aims to aid Blagovich in navigating the operational challenges of running the business during this challenging time. The page encourages donations to assist in covering shop costs and employee wages, emphasizing the temporary closure during the period of grief. Grateful for the community’s unwavering support, the page expresses confidence that the community will continue to demonstrate love and solidarity during this difficult season.
Details regarding the circumstances of Jacob Carter’s death are currently undisclosed. Carter and Blagovich initiated Howdy Bagel in 2020 following job layoffs during the pandemic. From humble beginnings of delivering bagels to friends and family, the business evolved into a popular storefront in Tacoma, Washington, last year, reflecting the widespread admiration for their bagels.
This remains a developing story, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.