About Jerry D. Merryman
Lived 1932 – 2019 (aged 86). Jerry D. Merryman was an American electrical engineer.
Jerry Dale Merryman (June 17, 1932 – February 27, 2019) was an American electrical engineer and inventor. He was a member of the team at Texas Instruments that developed the first pocket calculator in 1965.
Early life Merryman was born on June 17, 1932, near Hearne, Texas. He attended Texas A&M University but failed to graduate.
Career Merryman began his career at Texas Instruments in 1963. Merryman retired as an engineer for Texas Instruments in 1994 but continued to work for them as a consultant.
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Who was Jerry D. Merryman?
American electrical engineer (1932-2019)
When was Jerry D. Merryman born?
Jerry D. Merryman was born on 17 June 1932 in Hearne.
When did Jerry D. Merryman die?
Jerry D. Merryman died on 27 February 2019 in Dallas.
What was Jerry D. Merryman's occupation?
Jerry D. Merryman was an electrical engineer.
What nationality was Jerry D. Merryman?
Jerry D. Merryman was American.
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