Our History
Established in 1937 by brothers Paul Hoeckele Sr. and Joseph Hoeckele, Starting with a dream and humble location at 4 N. Jackson St., we began by offering a delectable assortment of donuts, pastries, bread, coffee cakes, and cookies.
Our Bakery Evolved & Flourished
Paul Hoeckele Jr. joined the family business after the passing of Joseph Hoeckele. From there, we expanded our offerings to include a variety of cakes, including beautiful wedding cakes. Paul Jr.'s wife, Donna Buchheit, became our skilled head cake decorator.
Generations of Love
The Hoeckele family's passion for baking continued. All five of Paul and Donna's children have all contributed to the bakery's success, carrying forward our commitment to quality and tradition. In 1999, Paul Jr. and Donna retired, passing the torch to their sons Paul III and Joseph, along with their wives Angela and Yvette.
With the 3rd generation came a season of growth. As the business continued to grow, it became clear that our space on the town square could no longer keep up with our needs. Something had to give. In 2006, we made the big move! Building and relocating to our current home at 1516 Edgemont Blvd. For nearly 20 years now, that location has allowed us to expand in ways we couldn't before. The increased space gave us the opportunity to grow not just our retail presence, but also to begin serving wholesale accounts and exploring new ways to share Hoeckele's with even more people.
Continued
Since then, we've continued to grow and evolve. Today, our expanded space includes a full deli, where we serve over 20 signature sandwiches, along with a rotating selection of soups, fresh salads, and a full breakfast menu. We've also added a complete beverage station, headlined by iced lattes, fruit smoothies, and Lotus energy drinks. Something for everyone, whether you're starting your day or just need a pick-me-up.
On the sweet side, we now offer nearly 60 different donut varieties daily, along with all classic baked goods our customers have loved for generations.
Even with all that growth, one thing hasn't changed, our commitment to quality. We're always looking for new ways to serve our customers with the best products, whether it's a timeless favorite or the next big trend. At Hoeckele's, we plan to keep growing, keep evolving, and most importantly... keep serving you with heart, tradition, and something fresh every day.
Current
In December of 2024, the family torch was once again passed to the 4th generation. Paul and Angie's son, Eli, and Joe and Yvette's daughter, Leslie, are now leading the way. With every generation has come fresh ideas, new energy, and continued growth and this one is no different. There's so much to be excited about as we look ahead. While we remain rooted in the traditions that built Hoeckele's we're just as commited to innovating and expanding, ensuring that the next chapter is just as sweet as the last.