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Bernard Marcus

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Bernard Marcus
Born(1929-05-12)May 12, 1929[1]
DiedNovember 4, 2024(2024-11-04) (aged 95)
CitizenshipUnited States
Alma materRutgers University
OccupationCo-founder of Home Depot
Political partyRepublican
Spouse(s)Ruth Rados
Billi Marcus
Children2

Bernard "Bernie" Marcus (May 12, 1929 – November 4, 2024) was an American businessman. He co-founded Home Depot and was the company's first CEO. He served as Chairman of the Board until retiring in 2002.

Marcus died on November 4, 2024 in Boca Raton, Florida at the age of 95.[3][4]

References

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  1. "Marcus, Bernie". ebscohost.com.
  2. "Bernard Marcus". Forbes.
  3. "Bernard Marcus, cofounder of The Home Depot and billionaire Republican megadonor, has died". CNN. November 5, 2024. Retrieved November 5, 2024.
  4. "Bernard "Bernie" Marcus Obituary". Legacy. November 5, 2024. Retrieved November 5, 2024.