Arthur E. Pew Jr.

1898–1965 (age 67)

Businessman

Biography

Arthur E. Pew Jr. was born in 1898 and grew into a thoughtful businessman who valued clear judgment and dependable partnerships. He balanced firm resolve with genuine interest in the lives of his staff members, helping create workplaces where people felt trusted.

When not tending to professional duties, Pew enjoyed quiet moments with family and the satisfaction of watching projects from concept to completion, always mindful of the broader good. His legacy lives on through those who recall his steady guidance and through the peaceful memorial at West Laurel Hill Cemetery.

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