It soon became known as 'Gentile's Market' and moved to its current location in Newtown Square in the early 1970s.
Seventy years later, the Army veteran and cancer survivor still loves his job and has no plans to retire.
Joe, along with his parents and eight siblings, all worked at the market in some capacity over the many decades.
The roster has expanded to include in-laws and children of the family's next generation.
Watch our video to see Joe Gentile in action and to learn more about Gentile's Market, visit their Facebook page.