George Getty
George Franklin Getty (October 17, 1855 – May 31, 1930) was an American lawyer, pioneer oilman, father of industrialist J. Paul Getty, and patriarch of the Getty family.
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| Born | George Franklin Getty October 17, 1855 Allegany County, Maryland, United States |
| Died | May 31, 1930 (aged 74) Los Angeles, California, United States |
| Resting place | Forest Lawn Memorial Park (Glendale) |
| Education | Ohio Northern University (BS) University of Michigan (JD) |
| Occupation | Businessman |
| Known for | Getty Oil |
| Spouse | Sarah Catherine McPherson Risher |
| Children | J. Paul Getty |
| Family | Getty |
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