Shipley's Garment Spa Will Close in October
After over a century in business, the local laundry provider will cease operations on West Ninth Street.
Updated on Oct. 5, 2026 in Openings & Closings
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Shipley's Garment Spa, a long-standing business in Sioux Falls, will officially cease all operations on October 22, 2026. The facility, which has served the area for 124 years, had already discontinued its route services due to ongoing staffing shortages.
Why it matters
The closure marks the end of a historic local institution that has operated since 1902. The decision follows a recent strategic reduction in service offerings as the business struggled to maintain necessary staffing levels.
The business has operated for 124 years since its founding in 1902. Customers must complete all final garment drop-offs by 9:00 AM on October 22, 2026.
The players
Gerry Wingler
He is the co-owner of the long-running Sioux Falls business.
Susie Wingler
She serves as a co-owner of the historical laundry facility.
The details
Owners Gerry and Susie Wingler announced the upcoming closure, noting that difficulties with staffing led to the earlier discontinuation of their traditional route services. While the business is ending its primary operations, the location will remain accessible for customers to pick up remaining items and handle inquiries by phone through November 6, 2026.
Timeline
The business was established in 1902.
Horse and buggy laundry delivery was introduced in 1927.
Final drop-offs must be made by 9:00 AM on October 22, 2026.
The business will cease operations on October 22, 2026.
The office will close for pickups and calls on November 6, 2026.
Market Landscape
The closure of Shipley's Garment Spa mirrors the broader decline of century-old family businesses as market demands and labor availability shift. This departure signals a contraction in the legacy service sector as firms face challenges in maintaining long-term operational viability.
Local customers must ensure all items are dropped off by the final deadline of 9:00 AM on October 22, 2026. After this date, patrons will need to identify alternative dry cleaning or laundry services to replace the discontinued route and retail operations.
The takeaway
Legacy businesses often face unique pressures when balancing historic operational models with modern workforce realities. Residents should prepare for the loss of this long-standing service by finalizing their accounts before the mid-November office closure.
What happens next
The facility will remain open for customer pickups and phone inquiries until November 6, 2026.
Further reading
For more updates on local retail changes, visit the Sioux Falls Openings & Closings.
Source note: This article includes information reported by KXRB 1140 AM/100.1 FM.
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