Arthur L. Parker
| Arthur L. Parker | |
|---|---|
| Born |
Arthur LaRue Parker November 16, 1885 Cleveland, Ohio, U.S. |
| Died |
January 1, 1945 (aged 59) Cleveland, Ohio, U.S. |
| Resting place |
Lake View Cemetery, Cleveland, Ohio, U.S. 41°30′45″N 81°35′12″W / 41.5125°N 81.5868°W |
| Alma mater | Case School of Applied Science |
| Known for | Founder of Parker Appliance Company (Parker Hannifin Corporation) |
| Spouse(s) |
Helen (Fitzgerald) Parker (1903–1965) |
| Children | Patrick S. Parker |
| Parent(s) |
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Arthur "Art" LaRue Parker (November 16, 1885 – January 1, 1945) was an American businessman and inventor, known for founding Parker Hannifin Corporation (then known as Parker Appliance Company).
Art was born and raised in Cleveland, Ohio, and graduated from Case School of Applied Science in 1907, present day Case Western Reserve University.[1]
On March 13, 1917, Parker Appliance Company was founded, referencing the office address of 1115 Schofield Bldg of the Schofield Building in Downtown Cleveland.[2] Early struggles caused him to have to stop and start the business. In 1924 the business was closed and reopened at the address of 10320 Berea Rd in Cleveland. In 1935, he relocated the company into the much larger building at 17325 Euclid Ave in Cleveland.
Art died of a heart attack on Jan 1, 1945, leaving the business to his wife and kids.