Louis Willie Jr

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Louis J. Willie Jr (born August 22, 1923 in Fort Worth, Texas—died September 16, 2007 in Birmingham) was a successful business executive who helped break the color barrier in business and sports circles.

Willie helped the late A.G. Gaston build a business empire that included Booker T. Washington Insurance, Citizens Federal Savings Bank and the WENN-FM and WAGG-AM radio stations.

In July 1990, Willie became first black member of the Shoal Creek Country Club, defusing a racial controversy that nearly led the Professional Golf Association to cancel its tournament there.

Willie served on the vestry of the Cathedral Church of the Advent.

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References

  • Williams, Roy L. "Business leader Lou Willie, who broke color barriers, dies" (September 17, 2007), Birmingham News.

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