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Bernie Marcus, the co-founder of The Home Depot and a noted philanthropist, has died at 95 in Boca Raton, Florida, surrounded by family. Known for his leadership as CEO during the company's rapid growth, Marcus was a prominent Republican supporter and left a philanthropic legacy through various charities, including the Georgia Aquarium. His contributions shaped Home Depot into the world's largest home improvement retailer, employing over 500,000 people and achieving nearly $153 billion in sales in 2023.
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