I worked for Mr. Harry Selfridge!

In the 1930s Jack Coe worked in the piece goods (Haberdashery) department of Selfridge's. 102 years young Jack shares his story with his daughter Sue giving insight into what it was really like on the shop floor.
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[@Merrie4548]

So many lovely comments about dad. I thought you might like an update. Dad passed away in March this year (2015) aged 104 ... this video is a great memory for us.

[@lizibethjansen3044]

+Susan Stead So sorry to hear this news I know it is a few months later but hope you are coping well and he had a very long life! Especially to work in Selfridges when it was knew must have been amazing,very lucky man x

[@gabri1618]

my deepest condolences

[@amycakes6809]

So, very sorry for your loss..what a beautiful bond between you two..a lucky lady to have such a wonderful dad..and what a lucky dad to have had you..God Bless, and thank you!

[@nilougomez5511]

Susan Stead my sincere condolences! I have just started watching the series about Selfriges. What an amazing time in history!

[@rieriec.36]

So sorry regarding the loss of your AMAZING FATHER! SHOULD DO A SERIES ABOUT HIS LIFE!

[@AppaloosaDreams]

Thank you, for sharing your piece of history. I am watching the series now, and really enjoy it

[@LadyBlanche.888]

I came across this today in May 2024. What a lovely gentleman your father was and to work for Harry Selfridge! Wow! Ive always has a soft spot for Selfridges in London but of course nowadays what with London showing so much violence and unease its not good to go there any more. Another sad passing. Thank you for sharing this treasure with so many people! ❤💐

[@jessiejames7492]

so lucky to have a father at 102 and still so sprightly and clearminded to remember what he does!

[@esmed5610]

I am watching. Mr Selfridge thanks to Netflix cds mailing system and I love the extraordinary series and actors and actresses specially Jeremy Piven. It was extraordinary also that you father shared his experience with us. Thank you so much to you too. And I am sorry for your loss, its easy to see that you loved him very much. Thanks

[@jdo4715]

I enjoyed hearing your dear, dapper dad’s account of Selfridge. He was a quick, handsome man at 102! That we should all be so blessed. :-) Thanks for sharing.

[@robertofigueroa5453]

Your dad was still a handsome men in his 102, great smile.

[@PATCARSON-l6v]

Everyone has a story. I enjoyed hearing your father's. cheers

[@ukk8711]

I am all the way from Kathmandu Nepal. I am big fan of Mr. Selfridge i could learn so many positive things which one successful and good business person should have nowadays i am watching Mr. Selfridge every Monday night in channel 7 in Sydney Australia. I like so much and i am feeling so privileged to see Mr. Jack who worked for selfidges. God bless you Mr. Jack. Lots of love

[@illimonty]

This is amazing 😍 I wonder did dad ever watch the series ? If so what did he think of it

[@DaneBryantFrazier]

That was a fantastic series. Full of emotional dynamics. I particularly liked how motivational it was as well from an entrepreneurial and mindset standpoint. Good stuff!

[@katievictoria1426]

Absolutely fascinating. I love the series Mr Selfridge & to hear a real account of selfridges back in the day is amazing. I'm really sorry to learn ur dad past away :( he lived a long & interesting life at least :). I would have pestered him all the time for stories about the past hahaha my mum gets it all the time from me & she's only 73. Thank you for sharing his story :)

[@rbeygarcia]

Sharp as a tack for 102. Here's hoping I make it anywhere NEAR that vicinity of age as he did. May he rest in peace, and thanks for sharing with us his invaluable stories.

[@doloresm7396]

I'm going to Britain in September specifically for Selfridge's I so admire the man with a very sad ending. Broke my heart when I saw a fabulous documentary. I wish I could find that documentary specifically. I believe they said he would wander outside the store while not being allowed in due to his look and financial ruin. I don't know if the family did that or not, as the details are sketchy. I do admire the man for the fact he supported women. Liberty, Harrods, hold no draw for me as they were most likely the stuffy stores who were actually rude to their customers. I can't wait to photograph Harry Selfridge's iconic department store. A true visionary of a man. Cheers from the USA.

[@harrodsfan]

Well said. Did you come to London in September ? How did you find Selfridges ? My favourite store is Harrods. Did you get to visit it ? Would be interesting to read your views.....

[@MegaTaylor24]

I just started watching the series and I absolutely love it! My version of a soap opera and as clean and kosher as I can stand for this day and age. I wish they would make more period-piece shows like Mr. Selfridge more often.

[@rosemarywaldie4958]

Thank you ❤️🙏

[@delaneysroom]

Bless his heart.... he's so cute :))

[@N0bodyKnowsMe]

Thank you so much for sharing your story Sue and Jack! The tv show Mr. Selfridge brought me here - I wanted to learn more about the history of Selfridge's and the founder himself, Mr. Selfridge. I always try visit Selfridge's when I'm in London, it's definitely one of my favourite department stores in the world. All the best for both of you!

[@BenjaminM2804]

A lovely video of family memories and history. 😍

[@TheFutureLooksGrimm]

I really enjoyed watching this. It brought a smile to my face. I watched the Selfridges documentary earlier today, and this was a bit of icing on the cake.

[@rieriec.36]

Thank you so very much for sharing your experience! Totally fascinating! Your dad was a very interesting man ...

[@BallymurphyBabe]

Brilliant 🥰

[@mariezona736]

Thank you, great story. I love the show. I wish I could visit the store. I would spend the day!!!

[@marg233]

A wonderful story, handsome couple were ur parents, quite a dapper dad, sweet man 💖 Thank you

[@snow_gaming641]

Yes😍👌👌👌

[@bratsbord81]

What a legacy.

[@TheEgged]

What a guy. Seems like a top bloke. Hope him all the best.

[@akie64]

fascinating memories and looking fantastic at 102. I too came to this link while researching HG Selfridge.

[@paulinemaher4715]

Thank You Sue. Great memories. Rest in peace to your lovely Dad.

[@LGranthamsHeir]

1:52 The real Mr Selfridge looks so different from how Jeremy Piven portrays him.

[@jessiejames7492]

stupid hollywood always has to change things.!

[@oscarserrano1969]

Great story, great dad, thank you for sharing with us

[@himamamo]

🙏🏾for sharing , i thought of ur beloved dad watching the series , Prayers to his soul

[@crystalheart9]

I loved this so much, thank you. Jack was so handsome!!!

[@lilimarlene7813]

I will think of both of you while I am watching the show. Thanks!

[@MyChewbacca]

Very interesting! You're father has led an amazing life!

[@robertfay1150]

That is so sweet. Your dad is great. Carol

[@poetryreincarnations]

Wonderful stuff thankyou

[@trevorhale5339]

Wonderful video

[@nashermc8618]

Sorry to hear your dad passed away. Lovely video and also for yous to look back on. Glad to have had the pleasure to watch. X

[@mariocisneros911]

So he was here from 1911-2015. Like Ronald Reagan but he lived 11 yrs more , no?? He heard , saw , experienced so much .and had a great life

[@Ilovemusic19582]

Omg he looks like he can be in his late 70's or early 80' s. He looks great!

[@bradlafferty6076]

That's great history

[@tmsouth1]

Wonderful!! so glad I found this!!

[@MyCogent]

And thank you for sharing 😊

[@sbd4611]

What a wonderful story and thank you and your lovely father for sharing it.

[@mauriziosant1658]

Thank yoy❤❤👏

[@Juneminto]

amazing he looks really good for 102..good genes in your family..great story ,and all the changes he has seen ..in the world..

[@HistoricAeroEngines]

Very interesting and moving story. Congratulations to Mr. Coe and Sue for recording an insight on his earlier years.

[@zenajennyali7269]

I live in Trinidad and I enjoyed watching Mr. Selfridge. Its refreshing to see customer service to the max and the family like staff. The genuine concern for each other. Mr. Selfridge was indeed a special person.

[@gormanwpjr]

Wonderful memories. The Selfridge saga is true human drama - triumphs and vices, no wonder Mr. Selfridge performed deep breathing exercises!

[@amycakes6809]

Woww..he looks damn good for 102!

[@beverleyroberts1025]

Well your Dad was certainly a very handsome gentleman, he looked extremely smart in the photographs. Lovely to have heard is comments. I love the story of Mr Selfridge, he was certainly a head of his time and achieved so much. And so sad that he lost everything. But he created something special and that history will live on, just like your lovely Dad. 😊

[@janesheehan8511]

Sorry Sue to hear that. HS was a very unique character at that time but it was sad what was to become of him. I enjoyed the tv series although probably not açcurate. Thank you for sharing.

[@martinlatorre]

So lovely! Thanks!

[@CuriousGeorge6121]

wonderful stories, thanks for sharing.

[@angelicacarrasco9802]

Amazing serie. I love the characters.

[@wandafranke5681]

Thanks.

[@GenesReunitedYT]

Thanks, Jack and Sue were great and we think it's a brilliant story. Have you checked out our other family stories?

[@warp13]

Fantastic-all the best!

[@Roby1151]

thank you for sharing the information ...really unique

[@lucemelki9248]

J'ai regarder toutes les séries de Mr SELFRIGES ,PLUSIEURS FOIS J'AI ADORER , Quel dommage qu'il y A SI PEUX DE SI EXTRAORDINAIRE SERIES ...... CELLES CI M'ON REGALER DANS MES SOIREES ................ALLO AUX REALISATEURS .....A QUAND DE SI BELLE HISTOIRES VERIDIQUE ??????? !!!!

[@MsFullheart]

congrats on being over 100!

[@caroljones4511]

I worked for Selfridges for many years

[@hisdivinegraceimperialmaje4178]

I prefer working Harrods myself .. much more organised than self

[@pearlwalden6533]

He's a young nice looking 102 year old man.

[@johannaleal4499]

Amo esta serie!

[@Caigga900]

I hope to be that alert at a 102!

[@martinsmith5520]

Music is way too loud

[@rominagaray352]

Que lastima que no esta subtitulada

[@carolineandrews3338]

So he started work at Selfridge & Co after Harry left.....(Ousted)

[@GenesReunitedYT]

Thanks for watching! Do you have any similar stories you can share with us?

[@BenNZ-j9n]

102….

[@johnwilliam2410]

but u look in ur late 40 s , ur dad is still a handsome man

[@GenesReunitedYT]

Isn't it an inspirational story?

[@carolineandrews3338]

So he actually worked for Selfridge's, never met the man....so why the video

[@heyuthinkusuck4474]

Thank you for sharing.