Berea Barbershop Celebrates 70-Year Legacy

Mom & Pops Barbershop carries on tradition with new owners in Berea, Ohio

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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Mom & Pops Barbershop in Berea, Ohio has been a fixture in the community for 70 years, despite changing ownership over the decades. The current owners, David and Alyssa Sutton, purchased the business in 2024 and are continuing the shop's legacy of serving a diverse clientele, including police, firefighters, NASA employees, kids, and veterans.

Why it matters

The longevity of Mom & Pops Barbershop highlights the importance of small, community-oriented businesses that can withstand the test of time and changing economic conditions. The shop's ability to adapt to new owners while maintaining its core identity and customer base demonstrates the resilience of local enterprises that cater to the unique needs of their neighborhoods.

The details

Mom & Pops Barbershop was originally founded in the 1950s by a man named Tony. When he retired, the business became West Valley Barbershop under the ownership of a woman named Connie. In 2024, David and Alyssa Sutton purchased the shop and renamed it Mom & Pops. David had previously worked at the barbershop when he was just starting out, and the couple wanted to create a welcoming, family-friendly environment. The shop recently relocated to a new space within the West Valley Plaza to make way for a Pet Supplies Plus store.

  • Mom & Pops Barbershop was founded in the 1950s.
  • The business became West Valley Barbershop under Connie's ownership.
  • David and Alyssa Sutton purchased the shop in 2024 and renamed it Mom & Pops Barbershop.
  • The shop relocated to a new space within the West Valley Plaza in October 2025.

The players

Tony

The original founder of the barbershop in the 1950s.

Connie

The owner of West Valley Barbershop before the Suttons purchased the business.

David Sutton

The current co-owner of Mom & Pops Barbershop, who previously worked at the shop when he was starting out as a barber.

Alyssa Sutton

The current co-owner of Mom & Pops Barbershop, who has been a barber for 13 years.

Matt Madzy

The director of planning and development for the City of Berea, which has provided small business grants to Mom & Pops Barbershop.

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What they’re saying

“Connie gave me my first job when I graduated from barber school. So I've been lucky to spend my career in the same place.”

— David Sutton, Co-owner, Mom & Pops Barbershop (cleveland.com)

“We wanted to create a family environment. We get a lot of police and fire, NASA employees and lots of kids.”

— David Sutton, Co-owner, Mom & Pops Barbershop (cleveland.com)

“Barbering gets me out of my shell. It's a very relaxing experience. I enjoy interacting with clients.”

— Alyssa Sutton, Co-owner, Mom & Pops Barbershop (cleveland.com)

What’s next

The Suttons are looking to add a third barber to their staff to keep up with the shop's growing business, especially on Fridays and Saturdays.

The takeaway

Mom & Pops Barbershop's ability to adapt to new ownership while maintaining its community-focused identity over the course of 70 years demonstrates the enduring value of small, locally-owned businesses that cater to the unique needs of their neighborhoods.