Jim Ukrop, longtime leader of Richmond grocery chain, dies at 89

Jim Ukrop, the longtime leader of a Richmond grocery chain, has passed away at age 89. He played a pivotal role in transforming his family's grocery business into a Richmond institution. Beyond retail, Ukrop expanded his professional influence into the sectors of banking, investing, and philanthropy. His life and career were marked by decades of business and civic leadership, leaving a lasting legacy and a significant mark on the city of Richmond through various key milestones.