When did the father of George J. Gruen pass away ?
Dietrich Gruen Dietrich Gruen (February 22, 1847April 10, 1911), was a German born watchmaker who emigrated to the United States in the 1860s and later founded the Gruen watch Company.
Thomas E. Autzen Thomas Edward Autzen (April 12, 1918 – November 29, 1997) was an American philanthropist based in Oregon, the eldest son of Thomas J. Autzen. He received a national reputation for his philanthropy and as an active member in many Pacific Northwest charitable organizations. After his father's death in 1958, he presided over the Autzen Foundation and helped manage operations as a spokesperson and board member.