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Family of alleged murder victim Greg Josephson announce decision to sell multiple businesses days after funeral

‘His beautiful family has been forced to make a tough call.’
Family of alleged murder victim Greg Josephson announce decision to sell multiple businesses days after funeral.

Family of alleged murder victim Greg Josephson announce decision to sell multiple businesses days after funeral

‘His beautiful family has been forced to make a tough call.’

The family of a Queensland businessman who was stabbed to death in Brisbane have announced the “heartbreaking” decision to close multiple businesses only days after the father of three was laid to rest.

Greg Josephson, 58, was stabbed to death at his Clayfield home on June 26.

A 15-year-old boy, who was allegedly known to him, has since been charged with murder.

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Josephson, a successful entrepreneur, was farewelled in a private funeral service close to his family’s home last week.

He had previously founded Universal Store with his brother Michael in 1999, before selling the business for a reported $100 million.

On Monday, a spokesperson for the Josephson-owned Cafe Doonan announced his family’s decision to close three of his other businesses: Cafe Noosa, Noosa General Store and Eumundi Sourdough Co.

“As some of you may have noticed, we’ve been a bit quiet on our socials these last few weeks,” the spokesperson said.

“This is due to dealing with the heartbreaking and unexpected passing of the cafe’s wonderful owner, Greg Josephson.”

Greg Josephson was farewelled by his family and friends at a church service in Brisbane.
Greg Josephson was farewelled by his family and friends at a church service in Brisbane. Credit: AAP
Greg Josephson was the co-founder of popular retail company Universal Store.
Greg Josephson was the co-founder of popular retail company Universal Store. Credit: Social media

The spokesperson said words could do Josephson “no justice”.

“Greg was on his way to create an amazing hub of businesses, with a passion and drive that was unmatched,” they said.

“He loved being a part of this community and had an impressive vision for the four locations.

“He was a kind and gentle man who is missed dearly by all staff. We are deeply saddened by this loss.

“His beautiful family has been forced to make a tough call, so it is with heavy hearts that we announce the closure of Cafe Noosa, Noosa General Store and Eumundi Sourdough Co, effective since Monday July 14.”

The spokesperson accepted the news came as “quite a shock” and apologised for “any inconvenience caused”.

“Cafe Doonan will remain open. We will all do our absolute best to honour Greg’s dream,” they said.

“To all our amazing customers, on behalf of our staff and Greg’s family, thank you for sticking by us. Your ongoing support means a great deal. There is no Cafe Doonan without you.

“Rest in peace, Greg.”

The family home was listed for sale May but has since been removed from sales sites.
The family home was listed for sale May but has since been removed from sales sites. Credit: Realestate.com.au

Josephson was also the owner of the Noosa Reef Hotel, which he bought in 2021 for $13.9 million.

The three-storey home where he died, just 5km from Brisbane’s CBD, was listed for sale in May.

According to realestate.com.au, it is worth more than $5.5 million and features six bedrooms, six bathrooms, a pool, pavilion and alfresco terraces.

The property, however, was recently removed from sale sites.

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