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Mead Lumber announced it has acquired OHC Supply and Guthrie’s Ace Hardware in Guthrie, Oklahoma, from owner Bill VanSant on April 1, 2026.
“We are excited to welcome OHC Supply and Guthrie’s Ace Hardware into the Mead Lumber family,” says Dave Anderson, president and CEO of Mead Lumber. “This acquisition marks continued growth for our company and strengthens our ability to serve professional contractors and communities in Oklahoma. We look forward to building on the strong foundation Bill and his team have established.”
With this acquisition, the company now operates 56 locations across nine states. including its second and third locations in Oklahoma. The company’s first Oklahoma location is in Ada, Oklahoma, and was acquired in 1995.
“Mead Lumber stood out as the right partner because of their commitment to their employees and the communities they serve,” VanSant says. “As an employee-owned company with a strong reputation for supporting pro customers, they are well-positioned to carry these businesses forward while taking care of the people who make them successful.”
VanSant will remain involved in the transition and the current team will continue in their roles, maintaining their relationship with the community.
