In 1943, Mr. Gene Wigginton started Gulf Coast Glass at 2232 Market St. in Pascagoula, MS. Gulf Coast Glass was the only glass service business on the Gulf Coast from Mobile, AL to New Orleans, LA. Mr. Wigginton built a reputable business offering quality products and services for the glass industry. Under the direction and leadership of Mr. Wigginton, Gulf Coast Glass continued servicing the area until his retirement in 1956 when he sold the business to Homer (Red) Inebinet, a long time dependable and loyal employee.

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Red Inebinet continued to operate the business in the same manner in which he was taught by Mr. Wigginton until 1973 when his health forced him to resign as owner and operator. Mr. C. W. Downs purchased Gulf Coast Glass and expanded the business by offering upholstery services to the automotive and furniture industry. He renamed the business as Dixie Glass & Trim. Mr. Downs owned and operated the business until 1983. Mr. Downs sold the glass business to Sonny Inebinet and kept the upholstery part which was renamed Dixie Seat Cover Shop. It was at this time the two businesses became separate. The glass business kept the name Dixie Glass & Trim and became incorporated. It is known to this day as Dixie Glass & Trim, Inc.