Orville Redenbacher
Orville Clarence Redenbacher (July 16, 1907 – September 19, 1995) was an American businessman. He was most often associated with the brand of popcorn called Orville Redenbacher's.
Orville Redenbacher | |
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 Redenbacher in 1979 | |
| Born | Orville Clarence Redenbacher July 16, 1907 |
| Died | September 19, 1995 (aged 88) |
| Cause of death | Drowning |
| Nationality | American |
| Alma mater | Purdue University |
| Occupation | Entrepreneur |
| Spouse(s) | Corinne Strate Redenbacher (1928–1971) Nina Redenbacher (1971–1991) |
Redenbacher was born on July 16, 1907 in Brazil, Indiana. He studied at Purdue University.
Redenbacher was married to Corinne Strate from 1928 until her death in 1971. He was married to Nina Redenbacher from 1971 until her death in 1991.
Redenbacher died on September 19, 1995. He drowned after having a heart attack in the Jacuzzi in his Coronado, California home, aged 88.[1]
Orville Redenbacher Media
Yearbook photo of Orville Redenbacher
Redenbacher (center, behind Tigger) and grandson Gary (right) during the 1995 Valparaiso Popcorn Festival
Orville Redenbacher 2012 statue, Valparaiso, Indiana
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References
- ↑ Thomas, Robert (September 21, 1995). "Orville Redenbacher, Famous For His Popcorn, Is Dead at 88". The New York Times: D20. https://www.nytimes.com/1995/09/20/obituaries/orville-redenbacher-famous-for-his-popcorn-is-dead-at-88.html?scp=1&sq=Orville%20Redenbacher,%20Famous%20For%20His%20Popcorn,%20Is%20Dead%20at%2088&st=cse.
Other websites
- Orville Redenbacher Popcorn Archived 2005-07-27 at the Wayback Machine
- Orville Redenbacher at Find a Grave
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