Jay Van Andel

1924–2004 (age 80)

Businessman

Biography

Jay Van Andel co-founded Amway and championed entrepreneurship, striving to create opportunity for families around the world.

He also nurtured a passion for giving back and is laid to rest at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens.

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