A Chicago man, known as “Mr. M,” has bid farewell to his career after winning $1 million on a $10 scratch ticket from Harlem Food and Liquors in Harwood Heights. The 68-year-old industrial mechanic trusted his instincts and bought the winning ticket, expressing his joy: “I chose to take a chance and buy it, and boy, am I glad I did.”
Kaushik Patel, an employee at the store, shared the excitement, mentioning Mr. M’s regular visits. Patel added, “He was so happy and smiling so big—it couldn’t have happened to a nicer guy.”
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Mr. M’s decision to retire came immediately after the win. He shared, “I was going to retire next year, but now I don’t have to wait! It’s time I focus on what really matters—my family.”
In addition to retiring, Mr. M plans to use his winnings to move closer to his children and be more involved in their lives. He also has plans to spoil his grandchildren and make life easier for his daughter.
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This marks at least the second time Harlem Food and Liquors has sold a $1 million winning ticket, with the store receiving a $10,000 bonus for selling Mr. M his lucky ticket.
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