Merle Haggard’s Pizzeria, The Silverthorn, Was Tragically Destroyed In A Raging Fire
Fans of both Haggard and the Silverthorn reminisced over the wonderful memories they created at the pizzeria. “Stopped by last night and had a pizza and beer, probably the very last pizza made last night. so glad I was able to have that last time with the old pub. This is devastating. The Pub was a perfect atmosphere when docking up for some pizza on the lake,” one Facebook user recalled.
“I’m so sorry. My husband and I visited many times over the past 30 years (even over our honeymoon in July ’95) and later with our kids who are now grown. The memories will keep it alive but I hope you will be able to rebuild. My condolences to all that called it home and relied on the income of this place of business. May better days come from this and the phoenix rise from the ashes,” another user stated.
Indeed, in the wake of this disaster, the Silverthorn will hopefully return better than ever before, making Haggard proud.