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Edward O'Herron Jr.

1915 – 2006

American businessman

Military officer Eckerd Corporation
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About Edward O'Herron Jr.

Lived 1915 – 2006 (aged 90–91). Edward O'Herron Jr. was an American military officer and eckerd Corporation.

Edward Michael O'Herron Jr. (1915–2006) was a prominent American businessman and politician. He was a chairman of the Eckerd drug store chain.

Early life

O'Herron was born in Baltimore, Maryland, but grew up in Charlotte, North Carolina. His father, Edward O'Herron, Sr., built up the Eckerd chain, named for his father-in-law, who opened a drug store in Erie, Pennsylvania, in 1898.

Retail career

After the war, O'Herron returned to Charlotte and worked with his father in the North Carolina Eckerd chain.

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Important facts

Born
1915, Baltimore
Birth century
20th century
Died
2006
Occupation
Military officer, Eckerd Corporation
Nationality
United States, Americans
Education
United States Naval Academy, U.S. Naval Academy, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Awards
Silver Star

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Edward O'Herron Jr.?

American businessman

When was Edward O'Herron Jr. born?

Edward O'Herron Jr. was born in 1915 in Baltimore.

When did Edward O'Herron Jr. die?

Edward O'Herron Jr. died in 2006.

What was Edward O'Herron Jr.'s occupation?

Edward O'Herron Jr. was a military officer and eckerd Corporation.

What nationality was Edward O'Herron Jr.?

Edward O'Herron Jr. was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Edward O'Herron Jr.

· Wikidata: Q5344668

· DBpedia: Edward O'Herron Jr.

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