EUGENE, Ore. -- Humble Bagel in Eugene is closing, and owner Glen Thomas says the decision did not come easy.

The bagel shop has been in business for about 40 years. The restaurant originally opened in 1977, and Thomas started working at the shop in 1982. In 2014, Thomas became the owner.

Thomas said times have been tough, especially the last couple years.

This week staff has spent time saying their goodbyes to long-time customers.