Robert E. Murray
American mining businessman (1940–2020)
Robert Edward Murray (January 13, 1940 – October 25, 2020) was an American mining engineer and businessman. He was the chief executive officer of Murray Energy Corporation, a mining corporation based in St. Clairsville, Ohio.[1] He is one of the largest independent operators of coal mines in the United States.[2]
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| Born | Robert Edward Murray January 13, 1940 Martins Ferry, Ohio, U.S. |
| Died | October 25, 2020 (aged 80) St. Clairsville, Ohio, U.S. |
| Alma mater | Ohio State University West Virginia University |
| Occupation | Business executive |
| Spouse | Brenda Lou Moore |
| Children | 3 |
In June 2017, Murray sued John Oliver and HBO for "inciting viewers of harm over Murray".[3] The HBO suit was dismissed with prejudice on February 21, 2018.[4]
Murray was diagnosed with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis in 2016.[5] He died from the illness in St. Clairsville, Ohio on October 25, 2020 at the age of 80.[6]
References
change- ↑ "A Message from our Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer". Murray Energy Corporation. 2016. Archived from the original on 19 January 2019. Retrieved 6 November 2017.
- ↑ Bennett, David (Jan. 30, 2007). "Mining for answers; Politician, coal industry leader seek separate safety solutions in response to West Virginia tragedies."[permanent dead link]. Crain's Cleveland Business. Retrieved on August 14, 2007.
- ↑ Woodruff, Betsy (June 21, 2017). "Republican Coal King Sues HBO Over John Oliver's Show". The Daily Beast. Retrieved 2017-06-21.
- ↑ Leonard French (2018-02-23). "Murray Energy lawsuit against John Oliver DISMISSED". Lawful Masses. Retrieved 2012-02-24.
- ↑ Woodruff, Betsy. "Republican Coal King Sues HBO Over John Oliver's Show". Daily Beast. Retrieved 22 June 2017.
- ↑ Founder of Murray Energy, Bob Murray, dead at 80
Other websites
change- Robert E. Murray's federal campaign contribution report Archived 2007-10-05 at the Wayback Machine
- After Obama reelection coal company CEO reads prayer to staff, announces layoffs
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