Age, Biography and Wiki
John W. Mecom Sr. was born on 13 January, 1911, is an American businessman (1911–1981). Discover John W. Mecom Sr.'s Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 70 years old?
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Independent oilman |
| Age |
70 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Capricorn |
| Born |
13 January, 1911 |
| Birthday |
13 January |
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| Date of death |
12 October, 1981 |
| Died Place |
Houston, Texas, USA |
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He is a member of famous businessman with the age 70 years old group.
John W. Mecom Sr. Height, Weight & Measurements
At 70 years old, John W. Mecom Sr. height not available right now. We will update John W. Mecom Sr.'s Height, weight, Body Measurements, Eye Color, Hair Color, Shoe & Dress size soon as possible.
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Who Is John W. Mecom Sr.'s Wife?
His wife is Mary Elizabeth (d. 1996)
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Mary Elizabeth (d. 1996) |
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John W. Mecom Jr. |
John W. Mecom Sr. Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is John W. Mecom Sr. worth at the age of 70 years old? John W. Mecom Sr.’s income source is mostly from being a successful businessman. He is from . We have estimated John W. Mecom Sr.'s net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2024 |
$1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2024 |
Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2023 |
Pending |
| Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
| House |
Not Available |
| Cars |
Not Available |
| Source of Income |
businessman |
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Timeline
John Whitfield Mecom Sr. (January 13, 1911 – October 12, 1981), was an American independent oilman.
Mecom acquired abandoned oil wells and made them profitable.
He developed new fields from Louisiana to Saudi Arabia.
In the 1960s, Mecom partnered with Patrick F. Taylor, who held a degree in petroleum engineering from Louisiana State University.
On December 18, 1964, a C82 Packet owned by Mecom was shot down by the Egyptian air force, killing both pilot and co-pilot after failing to log a flight plan and failing to land at Alexandria after repeated requests.
(see FAA report which blames Mecom's pilot).
The incident strained U.S.-Egypt relations, Mecom being a friend and donor of U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson.
The Egyptian government said that the plane was shot down by its MiG fighter jets after ignoring a repeated warning to land.
Mecom was not on the plane which was on a routine trip to purchase drilling detergent for his oil business.
In December 1965, Mecom offered to buy the Houston Chronicle, its building, the Rice Hotel and a 35 percent interest in Texas Commerce National Bank from Houston Endowment Inc. The offer included a down payment of one million dollars.
However, Mecom was unable to raise the additional cash to complete the sale and canceled the transaction.
John Mecom owned and raced Thoroughbreds which included Narushua that finished 11th in the 1965 Kentucky Derby and the multiple stakes-winning gelding Rushing Man that finished 14th in the 1975 Kentucky Derby.
He was once ranked as one of the top oil independents; however, he filed for bankruptcy in 1970.
After reorganizing his John W. Mecom Company, he reopened his company, which he subsequently operated with his son, John W. Mecom Jr., former owner of the New Orleans Saints NFL football team.
In 1974, the two started the Circle Bar Drilling Company, which they sold in 1979.
Taylor then established his own oil company in New Orleans, Louisiana, and subsequently became known as an educational philanthropist.
