Rowe, Oliver Reagan, 1902-1988

Charlotte, N.C. industrialist and crusader for education.

Born December 12, 1902 in Newport, Tenn. During his childhood, his family moved to Charlotte, N.C. Earned B.S. in electrical engineering from UNC-Chapel Hill, 1925. Joined Charlotte firm of R.H. Bouligny Company the same year. Named vice-president in 1931 and president in 1966. Rowe reorganized the Company to form Rowe Corporation with R.H. Bouligny as a subsidiary. Retired as president of Rowe Corporation in 1985. Died August 26, 1988 in Charlotte.

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