Edward Laurence McDonnell

Background

Edward Laurence was born on May 13, 1912 in Great Falls, Montana. Son of George Edward and Clara Lucinda (Woodward) McDonnell.

Education

Edward studied at Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington, United States in 1934.

Career

Manager Montana Mustard Seed Company Power, 1935—1939. Partner McDonnell Seed Company, Spokane, 1940—1947, McBorg Properties, Billings, 1978—1980, GEL Properties, Billings, since 1980. Organizer, owner, manager E.L. McDonnell & Company, Spokane, 1947—1960, Agro Supply, Billings, Montana, 1966—1977.

President Trans-World Seeds, Limited, Shelby, 1960—1966. Organizer, 1st president Pacific Northwest Pea Growers and Dealers Association, 1949—1953.

Achievements

• Achievements include the development of commercial fertilizer applicator equipment.

Works

• Other Work

  • Contributor articles to professional journals.

Membership

Member of Knights of Columbus Club.

Connections

Edward married to Evelyn Marie Cutz on 1 August in 1935. Children: James E, Thomas C., Victoria M., Virginia D.

Father:

George Edward McDonnell

Mother:

Clara Lucinda (Woodward) McDonnell

Spouse:

Evelyn Marie Cutz

child:

James E. McDonnell

child:

Thomas C. McDonnell

child:

Victoria M. McDonnell

child:

Virginia D. McDonnell