James Alexander Rickard

Background

Rickard, James Alexander was born on July 9, 1929 in Austin, Texas, United States. Son of John Alison and Bess (White) Rickard.

Education

Bachelor of Science, Texas Agricultural and Industrial, 1948. Master of Science, Texas Agricultural and Industrial, 1948. Doctor of Philosophy, Texas University, 1953.

Career

Manager, Exxon Corporation, Houston, 1953-1984; vice president, British Petroleum, Houston, 1984-1990.

Membership

Commander United States Naval Reserve, 1944-1968.

Connections

Married Marjorie Claiborne Bell, May 30, 1952. Children: Claire, John.

Father:

John Alison Rickard

Mother:

Bess (White) Rickard

Spouse:

Marjorie Claiborne Bell

child:

Claire Rickard

child:

John Rickard