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Joan Beverly Kroc (née Mansfield, previously Smith; August 27, 1928 – October 12, 2003), also known as Joni, was an American philanthropist and third wife of McDonald's CEO Ray Kroc.
- Joan Beverly Mansfield, August 27, 1928, West St. Paul, Minnesota, U.S.
Dec 22, 2016 · Her relationship with Ray was straight out of Peyton Place. She was 28 and married to a man named Rollie Smith when she collided with Kroc, 52, in 1957 in St. Paul, Minnesota.
Nov 19, 2016 · It's often quoted that Ray Kroc made a fortune and his wife spent it — on causes he may not have agreed with. Lisa Napoli talks to Scott Simon about the life and love affair in her new book.
Kroc and Fleming met in 1919, soon fell in love before getting married in 1922, and then moving to Chicago, Illinois. Their daughter Marilyn was born in 1924. His third wife, Joan Kroc, was a philanthropist who significantly increased her charitable contributions after
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- Purchasing, popularizing and "founding" McDonald's
- 1954–1984
- Republican
Apr 2, 2014 · Learn about Ray Kroc, the American businessman who transformed McDonald's from a local hamburger chain to a global fast-food empire. Find out about his life, career, family and legacy.
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Feb 22, 2017 · Joan Kroc inherited and donated billions from the McDonald's fortune after marrying Ray Kroc in 1969. She was known for her unselfish generosity, anonymous gifts, and support for peace, education, and social causes.
Dec 5, 2016 · Ray and Joan married in 1969. She was a bleeding heart, Napoli said, and he was a ferocious drinker. Their relationship was volatile and charged. At one point, Joan tried to file for divorce....
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