Doug Pendleton, owner of The Grapevine Cottage and known locally as “the Wine Guy,” died July 11 in South Bend in a tragic accident.
A post on the Grapevine Cottage’s social media stated Pendleton and his wife, Linda, were leaving a restaurant when a large tree suddenly fell on them. Pendleton pushed his wife out of the way but was fatally injured, according to the post. No other details were immediately available.
“Doug Pendleton was more than just the ‘Wine Guy.’ He ran one of Zionsville’s most successful and prominent businesses for over 25 years,” Mayor John Stehr stated. “His Grapevine Cottage attracted visitors to Zionsville from far and wide, who were always met with a smile and great advice. Doug will be missed by so many friends and customers.”…