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Marshall University Benefactor Passes Away at 88

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HUNTINGTON -

Huntington business man and Marshall benefactor has passed away.

Arthur Weisberg passed away Saturday at the age of 88.  Weisberg donated millions to Marshall University's engineering program in recent years.

He started State Electric Supply Company in 1952 with his wife, Joan.  The store has now grown to 33 branches spread across five states. 

Marshall University President Dr. Stephen Kopp says the entire Marshall community is saddened by the passing of Weisberg.