Howard F. Ahmanson Sr.
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Howard Fieldstad Ahmanson Sr. (July 1, 1906 ā June 17, 1968) was an American businessman and philanthropist. He was the founder of an insurance and savings and loan association, H.F. Ahmanson & Co. He made his fortune during the Great Depression selling fire insurance for property under foreclosure. He also bought real estate and invested in oil.
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Born | (1906-07-01)July 1, 1906 Omaha, Nebraska, U.S. |
Died | June 17, 1968(1968-06-17) (aged 61) Belgium |
Resting place | Forest Lawn Memorial Park, Glendale |
Occupation(s) | Businessman, philanthropist |
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Children | Howard Ahmanson Jr. |
Relatives | William H. Ahmanson (nephew) Robert H. Ahmanson (nephew) |
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