Texas Oil Giant Curtis Mewbourne Dies at 86
Curtis Mewbourne founded his company, Mewbourne Oil, in 1965 and grew it over the years into one of the largest closely held oil companies in the U.S. focused in the Permian and Anadarko basins.
Leslie Haines, Iconic Oil and Gas Investor Editor-in-Chief, Dies
“She will always be remembered for her smile, her willingness to help others and how everyone in the business just gravitated towards her,” said Rich Eichler, chairman of the board of Hart Energy. “She was one of a kind.”
Texas Oil Billionaire William ‘Tex’ Moncrief Jr. Dies at 101
Moncrief, a Texas wildcatter who helped build a father-son venture into a multi-billion-dollar business over more than 70 years in the oil and gas industry, has died at age 101.
In Memoriam: Thank You, Steve Toon
Oil and Gas Investor pays tribute to late editor-in-chief Steve Toon, who suddenly passed away in October.
Steve Toon, Investor Editor-in-Chief, Dies Suddenly
Steve Toon assumed the lead editorial role at Oil and Gas Investor magazine in 2016 after building an impressive industry following as OGI’s resident A&D expert.
Chevron Mourns Passing of Former Texaco Chairman Alfred DeCrane
Alfred C. DeCrane Jr. served as chairman and CEO of Texaco prior to its merger with Chevron in 2001.
Former Saudi Oil Minister Yamani, Face of 1973 Oil Embargo, Dies
Known for his elegant manner and trademark goatee, Sheikh Zaki Yamani’s 24-year tenure running the oil affairs of the world’s biggest producer made him a global celebrity during the inflationary “oil shocks” of the 1970s.
In Memoriam: Oil Industry Legend David L. Bole
Throughout his 50-year career in the oil and gas industry, David L. Bole was best known as a tireless networker and business builder.
On the Move
Check out the latest new hires, appointments and promotions as well as new company office and facility openings.
In Memoriam: Joe Foster, 1934-2020
Remembering the wildcatter who formed Newfield Exploration Co. and was a leader of the American oil and gas industry for more than 60 years.