Obituary of Ray Kroc

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Ray Kroc

Raymond Albert Kroc (born October 5, 1902 in Oak Park, Illinois) was a businessperson who was best known for bringing the fast food chain, “McDonald’s” to a world wide franchise. Ray died on January 14, 1984 and his death was because of heart failure. He died at age 81.

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Ray Kroc Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Kroc, Ray
    • Common Name: Ray Kroc
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Oak Park, Illinois, United States
    • Birth Date: October 05, 1902
    • Age: 81 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Raymond
    • Occupation: Businessperson
    • Net Worth: $600 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Oreo Cookies
    • Favorite Color: Blue
    • Favorite Scent: Azzaro Wanted for Men
    • Favorite Actor: Dwayne Johnson

    Ray's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Raymond Albert Kroc
    • Father: Alois "Louis" Kroc (1879-1937)
    • Mother: Rose Mary Kroc (née Hrach, 1881-1959)
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Ethel Fleming (married 1922-divorced 1961)
      • Jane Dobbins Green (married 1963-divorced 1968)
      • Joan Croc (married 1969-1984, his death)
    • Daughter(s):
      • Marilyn Kroc Barg

Death Notice:

  • Date: January 14 1984 at age 81
  • Place: San Diego, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Heart Failure
  • Interment: Buried at the El Camino Memorial Park in San Diego, California, United States

Category Tags:

BusinesspersonAmerican Born on October 5th Born in 1902 Born in Illinois Died in 1984 Died at age 81 Died from Heart Failure

Quotable Quotes:

"I'd rather laugh with the sinners than cry with the saints, the sinners are much more fun."

"Ray Kroc was a visionary businessman who revolutionized the fast-food industry and his legacy continues to thrive even after his passing. (V)"

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