Robert E. Murray

Robert Edward Murray  (January 13, 1940 – October 25, 2020) was an American mining engineer and businessman. He was the chief executive officer of Murray Energy Corporation, a mining corporation based in St. Clairsville, Ohio. He is one of the largest independent operators of coal mines in the United States.Bennett, David (Jan. 30, 2007). "Mining for answers; Politician, coal industry leader seek separate safety solutions in response to West Virginia tragedies.". Crain's Cleveland Business. Retrieved on August 14, 2007.

In June 2017, Murray sued John Oliver and HBO for "inciting viewers of harm over Murray". The HBO suit was dismissed with prejudice on February 21, 2018.

Murray was diagnosed with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis in 2016. He died from the illness in St. Clairsville, Ohio on October 25, 2020 at the age of 80.Founder of Murray Energy, Bob Murray, dead at 80

References

Other websites
 Robert E. Murray's federal campaign contribution report 
 After Obama reelection coal company CEO reads prayer to staff, announces layoffs

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