John Willard Marriott Sr. was an American entrepreneur and businessman. He was the founder of the Marriott Corporation, the parent company of the world's largest hospitality, hotel chains, and food services companies. Wikipedia
Born: September 17, 1900, Marriott-Slaterville, UT
Died: August 13, 1985 (age 84 years), Wolfeboro, NH
Children: Bill Marriott
Spouse: Alice Marriott (m. 1927–1985)
Grandchildren: Stephen Garff Marriott, Debbie Marriott Harrison, David Marriott, and more
Education: The University of Utah and Weber State University