John Francis Queeny
John Francis Queeny | |
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| Born | August 17, 1859 Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
| Died | March 19, 1933 (aged 73) St. Louis, Missouri, U.S. |
| Resting place | Bellefontaine Cemetery |
| Occupation | Businessman |
| Known for | Founder of Monsanto |
| Spouse | Olga Mendez Monsanto |
| Children | 2, including Edgar |
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John Francis Queeny (August 17, 1859 – March 19, 1933) was an American businessman, known for founding Monsanto Chemical Works (later Monsanto) in St. Louis, Missouri, on September 26, 1901, with $5,000. He named the company for his wife, Olga Mendez Monsanto.