Owner of Iconic Hillsboro Eatery Passes Away
For more than three decades, Melina "Mindy" Mathenia has lived up to the dual title of owner and operator of Hillsboro’s iconic Park n Eat. She kept the old Reaban’s building going strong on a cash only basis on the backside of Downtown Hillsboro for a generation. Sadly, you won’t find Mindy taking your order at the Park n Eat’s window after she suddenly passed away. Her family says the restaurant will be closed for the foreseeable future. "We know Mom and Park N Eat were loved by many and she loved and appreciated her customers and friends but please respect our privacy while you keep us in your thoughts during this very difficult time. Thank you, Bryan, Kyle and family." She wasn’t one to make a big fuss about her kindness but one thing is clear, she’ll be remembered as much for her kindness as the many burgers and food orders she filled.








