Edward Hardin

Summary

Edward P Hardin (July 13, 1922 – May 13, 2006) was the Vice President of U.S. Manufacturing for Mobil Oil.

Edward P. Hardin
Edward with his wife Marian at his retirement party from Mobil Oil.
Born(1922-07-13)July 13, 1922
DiedMay 13, 2006(2006-05-13) (aged 83)
EducationB.S. Chemical Engineering, Texas A&M
Occupation(s)VP U.S. Manufacturing, Mobil Oil
SpouseMarian Hardin
ChildrenCarl Hardin, John Hardin, David Hardin, Fred Hardin

Biography edit

Edward P. Hardin Jr. was born in St. Louis, Missouri on July 13, 1922. He matriculated at Texas A&M University. Before graduating, he enlisted in the United States Army and served in Europe during World War II. For his valor in combat, he was awarded the Silver Star, the Bronze Star, and the Purple Heart.

After his tour of duty, he returned to Texas A&M University and earned a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering in 1945. He soon began a very successful career with Mobil Oil at the refinery in Beaumont. He worked there for over 40 years, and retired in 1987.

External links edit

  • "United States Patent 3060116: Combination reforming and cracking process". 23 October 1962. Inventors: Hardin Jr., Edward P. and Medlin, Richard P.; Assignee: Socony Mobil Oil Co Inc
  • "Canadian Patent CA 707743: Combination reforming and cracking process". 13 April 1965. Archived from the original on 2013-01-01. Retrieved 2008-09-30. Inventors: Richard P. Medlin and Edward P. Hardin Jr.; Owner: Socony Mobil Oil Company