About Lorne Webster
Lived 1928 – 2004 (aged 76). Lorne Webster was a Canadian financier.
Lorne Charles Webster (September 19, 1928 – December 15, 2004) was a Canadian financier, businessman and philanthropist. He was the chairman and founder of Prenor Group Limited, a conglomerate with over $500 million in assets that had investments in insurance, trust services, investment management and real estate in Canada, the United States and Europe. In 1971, Lépine and Webster wanted to purchase the Van Horne Mansion, adjacent to Le Cartier, and were planning a $7 million office building development. Lépine purchased the Webster family's shares of Le Cartier Tower in 2005.
Personal life His paternal grandfather was Lorne Campbell Webster. His maternal grandfather was Charles Frosst, founder of the company that became Merck Frosst.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Lorne Webster?
Canadian businessman
When was Lorne Webster born?
Lorne Webster was born on 19 September 1928 in Montreal.
When did Lorne Webster die?
Lorne Webster died on 15 December 2004 in Westmount.
What was Lorne Webster's occupation?
Lorne Webster was a financier.
What nationality was Lorne Webster?
Lorne Webster was Canadian.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Lorne Webster. https://biography.guide/lorne-webster/
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