Robert B. Pamplin Sr. | |
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Born | |
Died | June 24, 2009 | (aged 97)
Alma mater | Virginia Polytechnic Institute |
Occupation | Businessman |
Known for | President & chairman of Georgia-Pacific |
Spouse | Mary Katherine Reese (m. 1940-2008) |
Children | Robert B. Pamplin Jr. |
Robert Boisseau Pamplin (November 25, 1911 – June 24, 2009) was an American businessman and later philanthropist. A native of Virginia, he rose through the ranks of Georgia-Pacific where he later served as president and chairman of the board. He helped relocate the company to Portland, Oregon, where he retired and resided until his death.